Neurosurgery Spine Fellowship
The Mayo Clinic Neurosurgery Spine Fellowship offers intensive, hands-on training in advanced spinal surgery techniques and research, preparing neurosurgeons for leadership and CAST certification.
Funder: Mayo Clinic
Due Dates: January 1, 2027 (Completed application and all required documentation due; submit no later than Jan. 1 the previous year; applications also accepted any time during the year)
Funding Amounts: One-year fellowship; annual stipend typically $95,417–$99,058 (Graduate Level 7–8, effective March 2026); includes full benefits.
Summary: Advanced, hands-on fellowship training in all aspects of spinal surgery at Mayo Clinic Jacksonville, preparing neurosurgeons for leadership in spine surgery.
Key Information: First fellow accepted for 2027 start; one position available annually.
Description
The Neurosurgery Spine Fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, is a one-year, advanced clinical training program designed for neurosurgeons seeking comprehensive expertise in spinal surgery. Fellows receive immersive, hands-on experience in a high-volume center, working alongside seven dedicated spine faculty with diverse subspecialties, including deformity, oncology, minimally invasive, endoscopic, robotic, and awake spine surgery. The program emphasizes both operative and clinical excellence, with over 1,300 spine cases performed annually. Fellows also participate in weekly and annual conferences, research opportunities, and resident teaching, ensuring a well-rounded foundation for future leaders in spine surgery. Upon completion, fellows are eligible for Committee on Advanced Subspecialty Training (CAST) certification in neurosurgery of the spine.
