Mayo Clinic's Transitional Year Residency Arizona provides tailored clinical and research training for residents entering specialty programs in fields like anesthesiology, neurology, and radiology.
Funder: Mayo Clinic
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (categorical residency application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Fully funded PGY-1 residency year; 21 positions/year; stipend and benefits provided.
Summary: Provides a broad, personalized clinical foundation for residents entering specialty programs at Mayo Clinic Arizona.
Key Information: No separate application—apply through categorical residency in anesthesiology, dermatology, neurology, radiology, or radiation oncology.
The Transitional Year Residency at Mayo Clinic Arizona is a one-year, fully funded clinical training program serving as the foundational PGY-1 year for residents who will subsequently enter categorical residencies in anesthesiology, dermatology, neurology, diagnostic radiology, or radiation oncology at Mayo Clinic’s Arizona campus. Since its establishment in 1992, the program has emphasized a highly individualized educational approach, offering elective rotations, dedicated research time, and strong mentorship to prepare residents for advanced specialty training. Residents benefit from a flexible curriculum tailored to their intended specialty, a supportive environment that prioritizes work-life balance, and access to Mayo Clinic’s extensive clinical and research resources.