Head and Neck Oncology and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship
A one-year Mayo Clinic fellowship providing advanced clinical, surgical, and research training in head and neck oncology and reconstructive surgery.
Funder: Mayo Clinic
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (application deadline) | July 2027 (rank list submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: 1-year salaried fellowship; annual stipend and full trainee benefits provided (see program page for details).
Summary: Advanced clinical, research, and teaching fellowship in head and neck oncology and reconstructive surgery at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN.
Key Information: Forecasted dates; applicants must use the AHNS Central Application System and meet strict eligibility criteria.
Description
The Head and Neck Oncology and Reconstructive Surgery (HNORS) Fellowship at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, is a highly competitive one-year program designed to provide comprehensive training in the diagnosis, surgical management (including microvascular and transoral robotic surgery), and reconstruction for head and neck cancer patients. The fellowship combines high-volume clinical exposure, a mentorship-based apprenticeship model, robust research opportunities, and active teaching roles. Fellows rotate with experienced faculty, access state-of-the-art anatomy labs, and participate in multidisciplinary conferences and scientific meetings. The goal is to develop leaders in head and neck oncology who excel as surgeons, educators, and researchers.
