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

January 2026

Typically one-year fellowship; compensation and benefits provided as per Mayo Clinic GME policies.

One-year, hands-on fellowship for advanced training in vascular medicine, preparing graduates for ABVM board certification.

Completion qualifies for American Board of Vascular Medicine certification exam.

--- ## Description The Vascular Medicine Fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, is a one-year program designed to develop fellows’ expertise in the evaluation and management of peripheral and cerebral vascular diseases. The curriculum is tailored to individual career goals and emphasizes both the mechanisms and treatment of conditions such as lymphedema, deep venous thrombosis, coronary artery disease associated with peripheral vascular disease, and peripheral arterial disease due to atherosclerosis. Fellows benefit from Mayo Clinic’s collaborative academic environment, working closely with experienced clinical and research faculty and leveraging state-of-the-art facilities. The program fulfills the training requirements of the American Board of Vascular Medicine (ABVM), and graduates are eligible to sit for the ABVM certification exam. --- ## Due Dates - January 2026 (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The fellowship is a full-time, one-year position. - Fellows receive compensation and benefits according to Mayo Clinic Graduate Medical Education (GME) policies. - Typically, one to two fellowship positions are available each year. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must have completed an accredited residency in internal medicine or an equivalent field. - Candidates should demonstrate a strong interest in vascular medicine and meet Mayo Clinic’s eligibility requirements for postgraduate medical education. - International medical graduates are eligible if they meet visa and credentialing requirements. - Successful completion of the fellowship qualifies graduates to take the ABVM certification examination. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the [Mayo Clinic application portal](https://mccms.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Account/Login). - Required materials typically include: - Curriculum vitae (CV) - Personal statement - Three letters of recommendation - USMLE/COMLEX scores - Medical school transcripts - Interviews are offered to selected candidates. - For detailed instructions, see the [How to Apply page](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/cardiology-vascular-medicine-fellowship-minnesota/application-process/). --- ## Additional Information - The program began in 1995 and has a longstanding history of training vascular medicine specialists. - Training is personalized, with exposure to a large and diverse patient population. - Fellows work within a multidisciplinary team, benefiting from Mayo Clinic’s integrated approach to patient care and research. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/cardiology-vascular-medicine-fellowship-minnesota/) - [Application Process](https://college.mayo.edu/academics/residencies-and-fellowships/cardiology-vascular-medicine-fellowship-minnesota/application-process/) - [ABVM Certification](https://www.apca.org/certifications-examinations/american-board-of-vascular-medicine/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |----------------------------|---------------------|--------------------------------|---------------| | Nandan Anavekar, M.B., B.Ch. | Program Director | | | | Roger Shepherd, M.B., B.Ch. | Education Director | | | | Ellie Fate | Program Coordinator | [fate.ellie@mayo.edu](mailto:fate.ellie@mayo.edu) | 507-266-4930 | For general information: [Mayo Clinic Contact Page](https://www.mayoclinic.org/about-mayo-clinic/contact) or call 507-284-2511.

Vascular Medicine Fellowship - Mayo Clinic

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