The Mayo Clinic Department of Experiential Learning's J. Wayne and Delores Barr Weaver Multidisciplinary Simulation Center in Jacksonville, Florida, offers a Simulation Medicine Fellowship.

This fellowship is accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH).

As a fellow in the program, you will become knowledgeable in simulation-based technologies, participate in the daily operations of the Mayo Clinic Multidisciplinary Simulation Center, and actively engage in the team process that is necessary for the effective functioning of a healthcare simulation center.

Location

Mayo Clinic's campus is in a prime location close to all of the activities Jacksonville has to offer: beach, arts and theater, professional sports, restaurants, and attractions. Explore the Jacksonville campus and community.

Prerequisites

Those eligible for the Simulation Medicine Fellowship include college graduates who are pursuing or have already completed an advanced degree and training in academic medicine, such as physicians, fellows, residents, nurses, and other advanced allied health personnel.

A pre-admission health review and current immunization record are required before the start of the fellowship. Prospective fellows must pass a criminal background check and drug screening.

Information for international candidates

If selected, a minimum of four-five months of lead time is needed for new fellows requiring an initial J-1 or H-1B visa. English language proficiency is an eligibility requirement for participation in the program.

Application process

Simulation Fellowship application timeline

*While the academic year begins July 1, dates are flexible depending on the individual circumstances for each fellow.

Application instructions

Complete the following steps to apply:

1. Create an account to begin the online Application for Admission.
   Select the following when creating an account:
   • School of Study – Office of Non-Clinical Education Programs
   • Area of Interest – Simulation Medicine Fellowship (Florida)
2. Once logged on, select "Create a New Application"
3. Select "Start a Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science Experience Application"
4. Complete each section of the application and submit
5. After submission:
   • Select the "View" button next to your application
   • Select the "Supplemental Items & Documents" tab
     
     • Upload your supplemental items
     • Request recommendations

Additional required items

• CV/Resume
• Personal Statement to be uploaded in the Supplemental Items section and address the following:
  • How did you become interested in Simulation Medicine?
  • What has drawn you to Mayo Clinic's Simulation Medicine Fellowship?
  • Describe your short-term and long-term career goals after completion of the fellowship.
• Three letters of recommendation, each letter should include the writer's opinion of your professional, academic, and personal qualifications, as well as an opinion of your potential success in simulation medicine.
  • Recommendation from program director, professor, faculty, preceptor, or supervisor 
  • If you have had prior residency training, ask your program director for a letter of recommendation.
• Unofficial college transcripts from all schools attended and/or currently attending
• Copy of completion certificate from each residency and/or fellowship training program 

Contact

For more information about the Simulation Medicine Fellowship, contact:

Lori Rice
Administrative Director of Fellowship
Email: rice.lori@mayo.edu

Leslie Simon, D.O.
Simulation Medicine Fellowship Director
Email: simon.leslie@mayo.edu