One-year Mayo Clinic fellowship offers advanced clinical, surgical, and research training in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus, with strong mentorship and opportunities for scholarly activity.
Funder: Mayo Clinic
Due Dates: September 8, 2026 (Full application deadline; for July 2027 start)
Funding Amounts: One-year funded fellowship; typical Mayo GME fellow stipend and benefits; one position annually
Summary: One-year clinical and research fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN.
This fellowship provides comprehensive clinical, surgical, and research training in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Fellows gain extensive hands-on experience, typically performing over 500 surgeries during the year, including anterior segment, external, and complex strabismus procedures. The program also emphasizes scholarly activity, with fellows expected to participate in clinical or laboratory research projects and present at national meetings. The environment is highly collegial, with close mentorship from experienced faculty, opportunities to teach, and exposure to a wide range of pediatric and adult strabismus pathologies.