Hand Surgery Fellowship
Mayo Clinic's Hand Surgery Fellowship offers intensive clinical and research training with mentorship, preparing fellows for leadership and certification in hand surgery.
Funder: Mayo Clinic
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Full application deadline — ASSH platform)
Funding Amounts: One-year clinical fellowship; stipend and full benefits provided; five positions available annually.
Summary: Intensive clinical, research, and leadership training for future hand surgeons, with mentorship from world-renowned faculty.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates are projected and subject to confirmation.
Description
The Hand Surgery Fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, is a one-year ACGME-accredited program designed to develop ethical, competent, and future-oriented leaders in hand surgery. Fellows benefit from a preceptor-style format, working closely with both orthopedic and plastic surgery faculty for direct mentorship, robust surgical training, and autonomous clinical practice. The program emphasizes leadership, research, and community engagement, providing a high volume of surgical cases, diverse pathology exposure, and access to extensive research resources. Graduates are prepared for careers in both private practice and academia and are eligible for subspecialty certification in hand surgery.
