[Mayo Clinic](https://www.mayoclinic.org)

November 2026 (Full application deadline — ASSH platform)

One-year clinical fellowship; stipend and full benefits provided; five positions available annually.

Intensive clinical, research, and leadership training for future hand surgeons, with mentorship from world-renowned faculty.

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. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026 (anticipated): Full application deadline — apply through the ASSH Hand Surgery Fellowship Application Platform *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - One-year clinical fellowship with stipend and full benefits (exact amounts vary by year and institutional policy) - Five fellowship positions available annually --- ## Eligibility - Must have passed all three steps of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) or Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examinations - International medical graduates must be certified by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) - Must be eligible for a Minnesota state medical license - Must have completed an approved residency in orthopedic surgery or plastic surgery (ACGME-accredited, AOA-approved, ACGME-I Advanced Specialty Accreditation, or Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada) - Additional general admissions requirements apply for Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via the [ASSH Hand Surgery Fellowship Application Platform](https://www.assh.org/applications/s/fellowshiphome) - Candidates must also register for the NRMP Hand Surgery Fellowship Match - Selected applicants will be invited for an in-person interview (typically in January) - Required materials generally include: CV, personal statement, letters of recommendation, USMLE/Canadian exam scores, ECFMG certification (if applicable), and proof of completed residency - See the [Mayo Clinic application process page](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/hand-surgery-fellowship-minnesota/application-process/) for details --- ## Additional Information - Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) - Completion leads to eligibility for the subspecialty certificate in hand surgery (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery or American Board of Plastic Surgery) - Fellows are expected to complete a clinical research project during the program - Extensive didactic, clinical, and research curriculum, including advanced anatomy, microsurgery, and outreach opportunities - Access to mentorship, alumni network, and leadership development resources --- ## External Links - [Program Overview](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/hand-surgery-fellowship-minnesota/) - [Application Process](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/hand-surgery-fellowship-minnesota/application-process/) - [ASSH Fellowship Application Platform](https://www.assh.org/applications/s/fellowshiphome) - [NRMP Hand Surgery Match](https://www.nrmp.org/fellowship-applicants/participating-fellowships/hand-surgery-match/) - [Stipend and Benefits](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |--------------------|-------------------------|----------------------------------------|---------------| | Sanj Kakar, M.D. | Program Director | [kakar.sanjeev@mayo.edu](mailto:kakar.sanjeev@mayo.edu) | 507-284-3664 | | Emalee Bradley | Education Coordinator | [bradley.emalee@mayo.edu](mailto:bradley.emalee@mayo.edu) | |

Hand Surgery Fellowship

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