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

April 15, 2026 (priority review, annual)

One-year fellowship; annual stipend typically $85,398 (Graduate Level 4, 2026 rates) plus benefits; one position per year.

One-year UCNS-accredited clinical fellowship at Mayo Clinic for advanced training in headache medicine, including procedural and research experience.

Applicants must have completed a neurology residency and be board eligible in neurology.

--- ## Description The Mayo Clinic Headache Fellowship is a one-year, UCNS-accredited clinical fellowship based in Rochester, Minnesota. The program provides advanced, hands-on training in the management of headache and facial pain, including exposure to procedural clinics (such as Botox and ultrasound-guided injections), rotations across related specialties (pediatric headache, neuro-ophthalmology, psychiatry, pain medicine), and a strong research component (at least 20% of the fellowship). The curriculum is designed to prepare fellows for the UCNS Headache Medicine Certification exam and offers additional opportunities for training in ultrasound-guided injections and multidisciplinary care. --- ## Due Dates - April 15, 2026: Application and all supporting documentation deadline for priority review (annual: submit by April 15 of the year preceding the July program start) _All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates._ --- ## Funding Amount - Annual stipend for fellows is typically $85,398 (Graduate Level 4, effective March 2026), with standard Mayo Clinic benefits including health insurance, paid vacation, parental leave, and educational resources. - One fellowship position is available each year. - Duration: 1 year. For full details, see the [stipend and benefits page](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/). --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must have completed an accredited four-year residency in neurology. - Applicants must be board eligible for the American Board Examination in Psychiatry and Neurology. - Fellows must obtain and maintain an appropriate medical license during the fellowship. - International medical graduates may apply but must meet licensure and eligibility requirements. --- ## Application Process - Submit application and all supporting documentation by April 15 of the year preceding the July program start for priority review. - Applications are accepted only via the [Mayo Clinic online application system](https://mccms.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Account/Login). - Applicants must also register for the [Headache Medicine Fellowship Match (NRMP)](https://www.nrmp.org/fellowship-applicants/participating-fellowships/headache-medicine-fellowship-match/). - Required materials: - Standard Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education application materials - Three letters of recommendation (one must be from your residency program director or department chair) - Selected applicants will be invited for interviews with the program director and faculty (interviews typically occur April 15 – June 30). For more information, visit the [application process page](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/headache-fellowship-minnesota/application-process/). --- ## Additional Information - The fellowship is UCNS-accredited and prepares graduates for the UCNS Headache Medicine Certification exam. - Fellows receive hands-on procedural training and participate in a variety of specialty clinics. - At least 20% of the fellowship is dedicated to research, with opportunities for publication and presentation at national/international meetings. - Fellows benefit from Mayo Clinic’s comprehensive electronic medical record system and extensive faculty mentorship. - Extensive benefits include paid time off, medical and dental insurance, parental leave, and access to educational and wellness resources. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/headache-fellowship-minnesota/) - [Application Process](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/headache-fellowship-minnesota/application-process/) - [Curriculum Details](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/headache-fellowship-minnesota/curriculum/) - [Stipend and Benefits](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/) - [Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education Admissions](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |-------------------------|--------------------------|------------------------------------------|---------------| | Narayan R. Kissoon, M.D.| Program Director | kissoon.narayan@mayo.edu | | | Chia-Chun Chiang, M.D. | Associate Program Director| chiang.chia-chun@mayo.edu | | | Paige L. Bolduan | Education Coordinator | bolduan.paige@mayo.edu | 507-284-8687 | For general admissions questions, see the [Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science contact page](https://college.mayo.edu/admissions-and-tuition/contact/).

Headache Fellowship

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