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

June 30, 2026 (Full application and all supporting documentation)

Full salary and benefits for a two-year fellowship; includes stipend for conference participation and research support.

Multidisciplinary two-year fellowship at Mayo Clinic Arizona for advanced training in complex benign gynecology, with strong clinical, surgical, research, and teaching components.

--- ## Description The Complex Benign Gynecology Fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, is a fully accredited, multidisciplinary two-year program designed to train future leaders in the field of complex benign gynecology. Fellows receive advanced clinical and surgical training in treating both benign and malignant gynecologic disorders, utilizing state-of-the-art minimally invasive techniques including robotic, laparoscopic, vaginal, and hysteroscopic surgery. The program features collaboration across subspecialties, including urogynecology, gynecologic oncology, and reproductive endocrinology and infertility. Fellows benefit from high-volume clinical exposure, access to simulation and cadaver labs, robust research opportunities (with protected time and institutional support), and a formal educational curriculum. The program emphasizes mentorship, diversity, and a team-based learning environment, fostering skills in leadership, innovation, and teaching. Graduates have a 100% post-fellowship employment rate and are well-prepared for academic or advanced clinical careers. --- ## Due Dates - June 30, 2026: Full application and all supporting documentation deadline (for July 2027 program start; applications must be submitted by June 30 of the year preceding the July start) - This is an annual deadline; plan to submit all materials by June 30 each year for the following July cohort. --- ## Funding Amount - Fellows receive a full Mayo Clinic salary and comprehensive benefits package for the two-year program. - Additional support includes a stipend for conference participation, research funding opportunities, paid time off, paid parental leave, medical insurance, and a personal office. - See [stipend and benefits details](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/). --- ## Eligibility Applicants must meet the following requirements: - Graduation from an accredited Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program. - Previous research and surgical experience. - Demonstrated interest in a career in academic medicine. - Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is valued. - International applicants are welcome if they meet eligibility and visa requirements. - See [application requirements](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/application-process/) for further details. --- ## Application Process - Submit your application and all supporting documentation via the [AAGL Fellowship Candidate Application](https://aagl.org/fmigs-apply/) by June 30 of the year preceding the desired July program start. - Required materials include those listed in the AAGL application (typically CV, personal statement, letters of recommendation, and proof of prior training/experience). - Selected candidates will be invited for a personal interview, generally conducted in August. - The selection process uses a holistic review approach, equally weighing attributes, experience, and metrics to promote justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. - For more information, see the [program’s application process page](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/complex-benign-gynecology-fellowship-arizona/application-process/). --- ## Additional Information - Two fellowship positions are available each year. - The program is fully accredited by the [AAGL](https://aagl.org/fmigs/). - Fellows participate in a multidisciplinary, high-volume surgical practice and have opportunities for teaching, research, and community engagement. - Mayo Clinic provides extensive resources for career development, wellness, and belonging, including fitness centers, mental health support, and affinity groups. - Fellows rotate monthly at The Neighborhood Christian Clinic, providing care to underserved populations. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/minimally-invasive-gynecologic-surgery-fellowship-arizona/) - [Application Process](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/complex-benign-gynecology-fellowship-arizona/application-process/) - [Curriculum Details](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/complex-benign-gynecology-fellowship-arizona/curriculum/) - [Stipend and Benefits](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/) - [AAGL Fellowship Application Portal](https://aagl.org/fmigs-apply/) - [Meet the Faculty](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/complex-benign-gynecology-fellowship-arizona/department-and-faculty/) - [Contact Mayo Clinic](https://college.mayo.edu/admissions-and-tuition/contact/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |------------------------|----------------------------|-----------------------------------------|--------------| | Michelle Louie, M.D. | Program Director | [mccullough.cindy@mayo.edu](mailto:mccullough.cindy@mayo.edu) | 507-284-2511 | | Johnny Yi, M.D. | Associate Program Director | [mccullough.cindy@mayo.edu](mailto:mccullough.cindy@mayo.edu) | 507-284-2511 | | Megan Wasson, D.O. | Department Chair | [mccullough.cindy@mayo.edu](mailto:mccullough.cindy@mayo.edu) | 507-284-2511 | | Cindy McCullough | Education Coordinator | [mccullough.cindy@mayo.edu](mailto:mccullough.cindy@mayo.edu) | 507-284-2511 | For additional questions, use the [program contact page](https://college.mayo.edu/admissions-and-tuition/contact/).

Complex Benign Gynecology Fellowship

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