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

December 1, 2026 (application opens) | March 31, 2027 (final deadline)

1-year salaried fellowship; annual stipend (2026-2027) typically $92,376 (Graduate Level 6), plus full benefits.

Advanced, mentorship-based clinical and research fellowship in head and neck surgical oncology and reconstruction at Mayo Clinic.

--- ## Description The Head and Neck Oncology and Reconstructive Surgery (HNORS) Fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, provides comprehensive, advanced training in surgical oncology for head and neck cancer. The program offers a high-volume, mentorship-based experience in diagnostic, ablative, and reconstructive procedures, including microvascular and transoral robotic surgery. Fellows engage in multidisciplinary clinical care, research, teaching, and community outreach, with access to state-of-the-art surgical and anatomy labs. The fellowship prepares trainees for leadership roles in academic head and neck surgery, emphasizing educational growth, research productivity, and collaborative care. --- ## Due Dates - **December 1, 2026:** Application period opens (via AHNS Central Application System) - **March 31, 2027:** Application period closes (final deadline for submissions) *Annual application window: December–March for positions starting the following academic year.* --- ## Funding Amount - **Duration:** 1 year (August 1–July 31) - **Stipend:** For 2026–2027, the typical annual stipend for fellows is **$92,376** (Graduate Level 6), paid biweekly - **Benefits:** Comprehensive package including medical, dental, disability, paid leave, and access to wellness resources and professional development [See full stipend and benefits details](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/) --- ## Eligibility - **Required Background:** Completion of an ACGME-accredited (or equivalent Canadian/International) residency in otolaryngology, general surgery, or plastic surgery - **Board Eligibility:** Must be eligible to sit for the relevant American Board or Canadian Royal College certification exam in your specialty - **International Applicants:** Must have completed an approved residency and be board-eligible in their country; ECFMG certification required for most international medical graduates - **AHNS Membership:** All applicants must be AHNS members or have a membership application in process before the match - **Visa Sponsorship:** Mayo Clinic supports J-1 and (in select cases) H-1B visas for eligible international applicants [General admissions requirements](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/) --- ## Application Process 1. **Apply via the AHNS Central Application System** during the December–March window: [AHNS Fellowship Match Application](https://www.ahns.info/residentfellow/fellowships/) 2. **Prepare Required Materials:** - Curriculum vitae - Personal statement of professional goals - Medical/diploma transcripts and Dean’s letter - ECFMG certificate (if applicable) - Official test transcripts (USMLE, etc.) - Two (sometimes three) letters of recommendation - Documentation of prior residency/fellowship completion 3. **Interview:** Selected candidates are invited for interviews (March–June) 4. **Match Notification:** Results announced in July via AHNS [Detailed application instructions](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/head-and-neck-oncology-and-reconstructive-surgery-fellowship-minnesota/) --- ## Additional Information - **Number of Positions:** 1 fellow per year - **Start Date:** August 1 annually - **Mentorship Model:** Extended rotations with individual faculty to maximize surgical skill development and continuity of care - **Research:** Strong infrastructure for clinical and basic science research; expectation to participate in at least one primary project - **Teaching:** Fellows take on junior faculty roles, teaching residents and students - **Wellness & Community:** Access to wellness resources, peer support groups, and the Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center --- ## External Links - [Program Overview & Application Details (Mayo Clinic)](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/head-and-neck-oncology-and-reconstructive-surgery-fellowship-minnesota/) - [AHNS Fellowship Match Details](https://www.ahns.info/residentfellow/fellowships/) - [Stipend and Benefits Information](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/) - [General Admissions Requirements](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Email | Phone | |-------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|----------------| | Veronica Little, Education Program Coordinator | [little.veronica@mayo.edu](mailto:little.veronica@mayo.edu) | 507-284-3972 | | Mayo Clinic Education Connect (General) | — | 507-255-9200 | | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine & Science Admissions | [Contact Form](https://college.mayo.edu/admissions-and-tuition/contact/) | — |

Head and Neck Oncology and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship

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