The Mayo Clinic General Thoracic Surgery Fellowship provides intensive clinical and research training in advanced thoracic surgical techniques and innovation.
Funder: Mayo Clinic
Due Dates: January 31, 2027 (Application deadline; applications due Jan. 31 of the appointment year)
Funding Amounts: One-year salaried fellowship; standard Mayo Clinic fellow stipend and benefits apply.
Summary: Intensive, hands-on fellowship in thoracic surgery and research at Mayo Clinic Arizona, focused on advanced clinical and operative training.
Key Information: One position per year; must have completed ACGME-accredited cardiothoracic residency and be eligible for Arizona licensure.
The General Thoracic Surgery Fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, is a one-year, salaried program providing advanced training in all aspects of thoracic care. Fellows gain comprehensive experience in the diagnosis, treatment, surgical management, and rehabilitation of chest wall, esophageal, and pulmonary conditions. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on operative experience across open, minimally invasive, and robotic procedures—including complex esophageal surgeries and pectus excavatum repair. In addition to clinical duties, fellows are expected to engage in clinical research, present at meetings, and contribute to peer-reviewed publications. The program is designed for those seeking to become leaders and innovators in thoracic surgery, with robust mentorship and career development support.