Preliminary Surgery Residency (Minnesota)
The Mayo Clinic Preliminary Surgery Residency offers one year of foundational surgical training, high case volume, mentorship, and optional clinical research in a collaborative environment for recent medical graduates.
Funder: Mayo Clinic
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application deadline) | February 2027 (ECFMG certification for NRMP Rank Order List)
Funding Amounts: Residency position; standard PGY-1 resident salary and benefits for one year at Mayo Clinic (10 nondesignated positions available annually)
Summary: One-year preliminary surgery residency offering foundational clinical training for future surgical careers at Mayo Clinic, Minnesota.
Key Information: Must have graduated medical school within 5 years and passed all USMLE exams on the first attempt. J-1 visa sponsorship only.
Description
Mayo Clinic's Preliminary Surgery Residency in Rochester, Minnesota, is a one-year program designed for medical graduates seeking foundational surgical training before pursuing further specialization or career advancement. The program offers broad exposure to surgical procedures, patient care, and didactic learning, with a curriculum supported by experienced faculty and a collaborative clinical environment. Residents benefit from high surgical case volumes, mentorship, and the opportunity to participate in clinical research. Ten nondesignated preliminary PGY-1 positions are offered annually.
