Reassure the interviewers that fellowship is your number one goal, but let them know you have thought about your options should you not match into a fellowship position.

"While I'm extremely hopeful that I'll have the opportunity to become a fellow, I realize it's possible I won't match. With that in mind, I've been speaking with several of my mentors about clinical opportunities in the area. I also reached out to a physician in my hometown, and she's agreed to introduce me to several local physicians who are looking to expand their practices."