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

January 2026

Two one-year, non-designated residency positions annually; includes salary/stipend and benefits for the training year.

One-year preliminary surgery residency in Arizona offering personalized mentorship and early operative experience for future medical leaders.

--- ## Description The Preliminary Surgery Residency at Mayo Clinic Arizona is a one-year, non-designated training program designed for applicants seeking foundational surgical experience prior to formal residency. Each year, two positions are available, providing residents with a "mentoring and mastery" educational model, early and extensive operative training, daily didactic sessions, and comprehensive patient-based teaching. The program is accredited by the ACGME and emphasizes the development of surgical judgment and leadership skills. While primarily intended for those interested in general surgery, candidates pursuing anesthesiology, radiology, or other surgical specialties may also be considered. --- ## Due Dates - January 2026 (anticipated/projected application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Two non-designated, one-year residency positions are available each year. - Award includes a full year of training with salary/stipend and benefits (details available on the [program stipend and benefits page](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/)). --- ## Eligibility - Open to applicants seeking a single year of surgical training prior to starting formal residency. - Primarily for those interested in general surgery, but applicants pursuing anesthesiology, radiology, or other surgical specialties may also be considered. - Applicants must meet eligibility requirements for residency in the U.S. and satisfy Mayo Clinic's admissions standards. - The program is non-designated and does not lead directly to categorical residency placement. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the [Mayo Clinic application portal](https://mccms.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Account/Login). - Review the [application process details](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/preliminary-surgery-residency-arizona/application-process/) for required documents and deadlines. - Early preparation of application materials is recommended due to the competitive nature and limited number of positions. --- ## Additional Information - Residents benefit from mentorship by experienced faculty, a dynamic electronic core curriculum, and robust operative experience. - The program has been established since 1995 and is fully accredited by the ACGME. - The residency is located at Mayo Clinic Arizona, Phoenix. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/preliminary-surgery-residency-arizona/) - [Application Process](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/preliminary-surgery-residency-arizona/application-process/) - [Stipend and Benefits](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/) - [Mayo Clinic Education Home](https://college.mayo.edu/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Phone | Email | |-----------------------------|----------------------|---------------|-------------------------------| | Nitin Mishra, M.B.B.S., M.P.H. | Program Director | — | — | | Leah Moore | Education Coordinator | 480-342-0865 | [moore.leah@mayo.edu](mailto:moore.leah@mayo.edu) | ---

Preliminary Surgery Residency - Mayo Clinic

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