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

March 16, 2026 (final application deadline) | July 6, 2026 (Fellowship Match ranking list closes)

1-year salaried fellowship; annual stipend and full trainee benefits provided

Advanced clinical, research, and teaching fellowship in head and neck oncology and reconstructive surgery at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN.

--- ## Description This competitive fellowship at Mayo Clinic offers comprehensive training in head and neck oncologic and reconstructive surgery, including advanced diagnostic, ablative, reconstructive, and microvascular techniques. The program emphasizes a mentorship-based apprenticeship model, pairing fellows with experienced faculty in a high-volume, multidisciplinary environment. Fellows gain hands-on experience with transoral robotic surgery (TORS), virtual surgical planning, and participate in clinical research, teaching, and community outreach. The curriculum provides structured didactics, multidisciplinary team interactions, access to state-of-the-art dissection laboratories, and robust institutional support for research and education. Graduates are prepared for academic and clinical leadership roles in the field. --- ## Due Dates - March 16, 2026: Final application deadline through the AHNS Central Application System for FY2027-2028 - July 6, 2026: Deadline to submit Fellowship Match ranking lists (applicants and programs) All dates are based on the annual AHNS cycle; check the [program page](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/head-and-neck-oncology-and-reconstructive-surgery-fellowship-minnesota/) for updates. --- ## Funding Amount - The fellowship is a full-time, 1-year salaried position. - Fellows receive an annual stipend (consistent with Mayo Clinic GME rates) and full trainee benefits, including health insurance, paid vacation, and access to wellness resources. - Additional financial support is available for conference attendance and research activities per institutional policy. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must have completed an ACGME-accredited residency in otolaryngology, general surgery, or plastic surgery, or the Canadian equivalent. - International applicants must have completed an approved residency and be board-eligible in their country; training must be equivalent to ACGME standards. - All applicants must be eligible for board certification in their respective specialty or the equivalent in Canada or their home country. - International applicants require ECFMG certification and appropriate visa eligibility (J-1 or H-1B, with recent H-1B restrictions—see [admissions requirements](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/)). - AHNS membership or a pending membership application is required before the Fellowship Match. --- ## Application Process 1. Apply through the [AHNS Central Application System](https://www.ahns.info/residentfellow/fellowships/). 2. Required materials include: - Curriculum vitae - Personal statement - Medical school diploma and transcripts - MSPE/Dean’s letter - Official exam transcripts (USMLE, etc.) - ECFMG certificate (if applicable) - Two (or three, if specified) letters of recommendation - Documentation of prior residency/fellowship completion 3. Interview invitations are extended to qualified applicants and are conducted March–June. 4. Rank order lists for the match must be submitted by July 6, 2026. 5. Match results are typically announced in mid-July. For detailed instructions, see the [Mayo Clinic program page](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/head-and-neck-oncology-and-reconstructive-surgery-fellowship-minnesota/) and the [AHNS Fellowship Match page](https://www.ahns.info/residentfellow/fellowships/). --- ## Additional Information - Only one fellowship position is available each year. - Fellows participate in advanced surgical procedures, research, and teaching, and are encouraged to complete at least one research project. - Moonlighting is permitted with program approval and must not interfere with training or visa regulations. - Comprehensive support for trainee wellness, academic advising, and career development is available. - The program is ACGME-accredited and fulfills American Head and Neck Society requirements. --- ## External Links - [Mayo Clinic Fellowship Program Page](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/head-and-neck-oncology-and-reconstructive-surgery-fellowship-minnesota/) - [AHNS Fellowship Match](https://www.ahns.info/residentfellow/fellowships/) - [Admissions & Benefits – Mayo Clinic GME](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/) - [Stipend and Benefits](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/) - [Academic Support & Well-Being](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/academic-support-and-wellness/) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Contact Details | |---------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------| | Veronica Little, Education Program Coordinator | Phone: 507-284-3972
Email: [little.veronica@mayo.edu](mailto:little.veronica@mayo.edu) | | General Inquiries (Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science) | Phone: 507-255-9200
[Contact form](https://college.mayo.edu/admissions-and-tuition/contact/) | For AHNS Match-specific questions: Email: [membership@ahns.info](mailto:membership@ahns.info) or [jj@ahns.info](mailto:jj@ahns.info) Phone: 310-437-0559 x 126

Head and Neck Oncology and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship

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