Mayo Clinic

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Mayo Clinic
mayo Clinic
Founded January 27, 1864
Founder William Worrall Mayo
Headquarters Rochester, Minnesota, U.S.
Industry Healthcare, Medical Research, Medical Education
Years active 1864–present
Notable services Patient Care, Medical Research, Education
Hospital system Mayo Clinic Health System
Revenue US$16.3 billion (2022)
Employees 76,000
Research funding Over US$1 billion annually
Medical School Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
Subsidiaries Mayo Clinic Health System, Mayo Clinic Laboratories
Website www.mayoclinic.org

Mayo Clinic is a nonprofit American academic medical center focused on integrated clinical practice, education, and research. It is headquartered in Rochester, Minnesota, with major campuses in Jacksonville, Florida, and Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona.

Mayo Clinic employs over 7,300 physicians and scientists, along with more than 66,000 allied health staff. It specializes in treating complex medical conditions and is a leading provider of tertiary care and destination medicine. Mayo Clinic operates the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science and invests over $1 billion annually in medical research.

History

Mayo Clinic originated in 1864 when William Worrall Mayo established a private medical practice in Rochester, Minnesota. After the 1883 Rochester tornado, he collaborated with the Sisters of Saint Francis of Rochester, Minnesota to establish Saint Marys Hospital in 1889. His sons, William James Mayo and Charles Horace Mayo, expanded the practice, leading to the development of Mayo Clinic as a model for group practice in medicine.

Operations

Mayo Clinic operates three major campuses:

  • Rochester, Minnesota: The flagship campus and headquarters.
  • Jacksonville, Florida: Established in 1986.
  • Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona: Opened in 1987.

Additionally, the Mayo Clinic Health System includes more than 70 hospitals and clinics across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa.

Research

Mayo Clinic is a major center for medical research, employing over 5,500 research personnel. It publishes thousands of peer-reviewed research articles annually and participates in clinical trials worldwide. In 2022, Mayo Clinic's research funding exceeded $1 billion.

Education

Mayo Clinic operates the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, which includes:

  • Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine: A medical school offering M.D. degrees.
  • Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education: Over 300 residency and fellowship programs.
  • Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences: Training for healthcare professionals.
  • Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences: Ph.D. and research programs.
  • Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development: Continuing education for medical professionals.

Rankings and Reputation

Mayo Clinic has been ranked the #1 hospital in the United States for seven consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report and has consistently been ranked among the best hospitals for over 35 years. It is frequently recognized as one of the best employers in the U.S. by Fortune magazine.

Notable Contributions

  • Pioneering advancements in diagnostic medicine and surgery.
  • Development of the integrated group practice model.
  • High-volume transplant programs, including solid organ and hematologic transplantation.

See also

  • History of Mayo Clinic
  • Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
  • Mayo Clinic Health System

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