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

August 15, 2025

One fellowship position per year; standard Mayo Clinic GME stipend and benefits; duration: 1 year

A one-year fellowship providing multidisciplinary clinical and research training in breast pathology at Mayo Clinic, Minnesota.

--- ## Description This one-year Multidisciplinary Breast Pathology Fellowship at Mayo Clinic (Minnesota) offers comprehensive and multidisciplinary training in the diagnosis of both non-neoplastic and neoplastic breast diseases. The program is designed to prepare fellows for careers in academic medicine or large private referral centers. Training includes clinical rotations through the Breast Diagnostic Clinic, Breast Imaging and Intervention, Breast Surgery (including Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery), Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, and Medical Genetics. Fellows gain extensive exposure to consultation cases (approximately 7,000 annually), participate in a month-long cytogenetics rotation focusing on molecular cytogenetic techniques (such as FISH for HER2 testing), and utilize in-house ancillary studies including immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, and molecular genetics. The program also encourages clinicopathological research and active participation in multidisciplinary breast conferences, with robust resources and mentorship to support academic development. --- ## Due Dates - Application deadline: August 15, 2025 - Interviews: Late September through October 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - One fellowship position is available each year on a competitive basis. - Fellows receive the standard Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education (GME) stipend and benefits for the duration of the one-year program. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must hold a medical degree (M.D. or equivalent). - U.S. or Canadian specialty training in anatomic pathology is required. - Applicants must submit four letters of recommendation (including one from their current residency program director). - International medical graduates should review additional requirements on the [Admissions page](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/). --- ## Application Process 1. Apply online via the [Mayo Clinic Application Portal](https://mccms.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Account/Login). 2. Submit all required application materials, including: - Four letters of recommendation (one from your current residency program director). - Standard GME application documents as detailed on the [application process page](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/application-process/). 3. After submission, upload any required supplemental items and complete the recommendation requests. 4. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview with the program director and faculty (interviews held late September–October). 5. Only online applications are accepted; no matching program services are used. --- ## Additional Information - The fellowship includes didactic lectures, multidisciplinary rotations, elective months in subspecialty areas, and strong support for research and teaching activities. - Fellows are evaluated at the completion of each rotation and meet quarterly with the program director for feedback and professional development. - For more details about curriculum, faculty, and fellow life, visit the [program overview](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/multidisciplinary-breast-pathology-fellowship-minnesota/). --- ## External Links - [Program Overview](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/multidisciplinary-breast-pathology-fellowship-minnesota/) - [Application Process](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/multidisciplinary-breast-pathology-fellowship-minnesota/application-process/) - [Curriculum Details](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/multidisciplinary-breast-pathology-fellowship-minnesota/curriculum/) - [Admissions to Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education](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/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | |-----------------------------|------------------------------|---------------------------------------------| | Saba Yasir, M.B.B.S. | Program Director | [yasir.saba@mayo.edu](mailto:yasir.saba@mayo.edu) | | Liezl Santiago | Education Program Coordinator | [santiago.liezl@mayo.edu](mailto:santiago.liezl@mayo.edu) | For general inquiries: [Mayo Clinic Contact Page](https://www.mayoclinic.org/about-mayo-clinic/contact) Phone: 507-284-2511 ---

Multidisciplinary Breast Pathology Fellowship - Mayo Clinic Minnesota

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