The most important indicator of the success of a training program is found in the outcomes of the graduates upon completion of their training. Ninety-eight percent of Mayo's internal medicine residents have passed the ABIM examinations on their first attempt, and the average score has been consistently in the upper decile nationally. Two thirds of Mayo's graduates have historically entered subspecialty training. Graduates pursuing subspecialty careers will find that Mayo's reputation opens the door to opportunities for fellowship training at the most prestigious and competitive programs. Mayo residents average over three completed scholarly projects per resident.
All residents participate in at least one research project during residency.
Residents may complete a chart review of a disease or condition, or become involved in a clinical project or laboratory research. Mayo's section of Statistics and Clinical Epidemiology, a computer program that retrieves patient records according to diagnoses, and a unified medical record system are all available for assistance with the project. In 1999, Mayo residents completed an average of 3.1 research projects per resident. Mayo has sponsored more resident finalists in the American College of Physicians annual Associates Competition in the past 15 years than any other US medical center. A catalog of resident research opportunities and core faculty mentors is provided to all residents.