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

January 2026

Standard clinical fellowship stipend and benefits for one year; see program page for details.

One-year advanced surgical pathology fellowship at Mayo Clinic Jacksonville, offering comprehensive training, digital pathology, electives, and faculty mentorship for future attending pathologists.

--- ## Description The Surgical Pathology Fellowship at Mayo Clinic's Jacksonville, Florida campus is a one-year, ACGME-accredited program designed to provide in-depth training in surgical pathology. Fellows gain extensive experience with a high case volume—including transplant biopsies, frozen sections, and outside consults—and benefit from a fully digital pathology practice. The program emphasizes graded responsibility, allowing fellows to act as junior attendings under faculty supervision. Additional features include two months of elective rotations, participation in quality assurance and improvement projects, and engagement in scholarly activities leading to publication. The fellowship is supported by experienced faculty in multiple subspecialties and offers robust clinical, educational, and research resources. --- ## 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 - Fellows receive a standard clinical fellowship stipend and benefits for one year. - Exact stipend and benefits are outlined on the [program’s stipend and benefits page](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/). --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must have an M.D. or D.O. degree (or equivalent). - Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in pathology (anatomic or combined anatomic/clinical) is required by the fellowship start date. - Eligibility for medical licensure in Florida is required. - International medical graduates may apply but must meet additional ECFMG certification and visa requirements. - Selection is competitive; two fellowship positions are available annually. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the Mayo Clinic’s online portal. - Required materials typically include: - Curriculum vitae (CV) - Personal statement - Three letters of recommendation (including one from current program director) - Medical school transcript - USMLE/COMLEX scores - ECFMG certificate (if applicable) - See the [detailed application process](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/surgical-pathology-fellowship-florida/application-process/) for up-to-date instructions and required documents. --- ## Additional Information - The program offers a 100% job placement rate for past fellows. - Fellows participate in scholarly activities and quality improvement projects. - The Jacksonville campus provides a supportive environment with a focus on wellness and work/life balance. - Two trainees are accepted each year. --- ## External Links - [Program Homepage](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/surgical-pathology-fellowship-florida/) - [Application Process](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/surgical-pathology-fellowship-florida/application-process/) - [Stipend and Benefits](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/admissions-and-benefits/stipend-and-benefits/) - [Mayo Clinic Education](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | |--------------------------|---------------------------|--------------------------------------| | Shweta Agarwal, M.D. | Program Director | | | Miglena Komforti, D.O. | Associate Program Director| | | Andersen Carter | Education Coordinator | [carter.andersen@mayo.edu](mailto:carter.andersen@mayo.edu) | For general inquiries, see the [Mayo Clinic contact page](https://www.mayoclinic.org/about-mayo-clinic/contact).

Surgical Pathology Fellowship - Mayo Clinic

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