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Calgary - Diagnostic Radiology

University of CalgaryCalgary, Alberta
Diagnostic Radiology
CMG Stream
5 Positions
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The University of Calgary Diagnostic Radiology Residency Program prepares highly skilled clinical radiologists through comprehensive training across multiple imaging sites. The program emphasizes excellence in patient care, research, education, and innovation, offering residents a robust educational experience with state-of-the-art equipment and diverse clinical exposures.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29682
Quota
5 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 22, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
26 - 50 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) with progressive independence, focusing on milestone-based learning, frequent formative assessments, and targeted skill development.

Training Setting

Training occurs across multiple urban academic and community hospitals in Calgary, including Foothills Medical Centre, Alberta Children's Hospital, Rockyview General Hospital, and several specialized clinics.

Focus Areas
Medical Imaging
Diagnostic Radiology
Pediatric Radiology
Interventional Radiology
Community Radiology
Academic Radiology
Special Features
  • Senior Resident Radiology Clinic
  • Visiting Professor program
  • Pathology/Radiology (AIRP) course
  • Annual Department of Radiology Research Day
  • Competency by Design (CBD) curriculum
  • Interprovincial and international elective opportunities
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive training across multiple sites
  • Advanced imaging equipment
  • Strong research infrastructure
  • Dedicated teaching resources
  • Excellent fellowship placement record
Patient Populations
Pediatric patients
Adult patients
Trauma patients
Oncology patients
Obstetrical patients
Emergency patients
Research Opportunities

Mandatory research projects, including quality assurance project and presentation/publication, with dedicated research time and conference funding provided.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Foothills Medical Centre
  • Alberta Children's Hospital
  • Rockyview General Hospital
  • Peter Lougheed Centre
  • Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Center
  • Richmond Road Diagnostic and Treatment Centre
  • South Health Campus
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary care center
Community hospital
Pediatric hospital
Cancer treatment center
Enhanced Skills Training
Pediatric Radiology
Interventional Radiology
Community Radiology
Mammography
Ultrasound
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • Wednesday, January 28, 2026
  • Thursday, January 29, 2026
  • Friday, January 30, 2026
  • Thursday, January 22, 2025
  • January 28, 2026
  • January 29, 2026
  • January 30, 2026
  • January 22, 2025
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV
  • MSPR
  • Personal letter
  • Research/Publications
  • Reference letters
  • Casper Test
  • Interview performance
Compensation & Benefits

Alberta provincial salaries

Updated September 9, 2022

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$58,934

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$81,584

PGY-5

Benefits & Perks

Annual vacation: 4 weeks/yr
Call Stipends: weekday in-house –  $118.02weekend in-house / holiday – $178.72weekday home call – $59.01weekend home call / holiday – $89.35
CMPA dues paid: $1,500
Dental plan: 75% premium paid
Educational leave: 14 days paid leave
Extended health insurance: 75% premium paid$1000 per year Flexible Spending Account*
Frequency of calls: In-house call: 7/28. 2/4 weekend call.Home call: 9/28. 2/4 weekend call**A Resident scheduled on Home call but who is required to work more than four hours in hospital during the call period, of which more than one full hour is past 12:00 a.m. and before 6:00 a.m., or more than six (6) hours in hospital during the call period, shall be remunerated at the rate for In-House call.$100 per day for each scheduled weekend day of patient rounds when not on-call
Life insurance: 100% towards $150,000 coverage
Life Support Course Costs (Program Approved: 100% paid
Long-term disability insurance: 100% paid for 75% gross income
Maternity Leave: 18 weeks total (17 weeks paid to match 90% of salary when combined with EI)
Parental Leave: 2 weeks leave with full pay and benefits;52 weeks (inclusive of Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leaves) – unpaid leave

... and 4 more benefits

Compensation data is province-wide and may vary by institution. Please verify with individual programs. Data sourced from CARMS.

Curriculum & Rotations

PGY-1 Rotations

General Internal Medicine • 4 weeks
General Internal Medicine Subspecialty • 4 weeks
Respirology • 4 weeks
General Surgery • 4 weeks
Emergency Medicine • 4 weeks
Neurology • 4 weeks
Radiation OncologyMedical Oncology • 2 weeks2 weeks
Pediatric Emergency • 4 weeks
Elective - Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology • 4 weeks
Diagnostic Radiology • 12 weeks
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Data Source: This information is aggregated from publicly available sources. Last updated on 12/3/2025. Always verify details with the official program page.