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Calgary - Neurology

University of CalgaryCalgary, Alberta
Neurology
IMG Stream
1 Position
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The University of Calgary offers a comprehensive 5-year Neurology Residency Program designed to prepare skilled, compassionate neurologists. Our program emphasizes clinical excellence, mentorship, and personal growth, providing residents with a diverse training experience that balances structured learning with flexibility to explore individual interests.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29278
Quota
1 positions
Stream
IMG
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

A learner-centered approach emphasizing progressive independence, mentorship, and holistic development through Competence by Design (CBD), with frequent feedback and personalized support.

Training Setting

Urban academic medical centers in Calgary, including Foothills Medical Centre, South Health Campus, Peter Lougheed Centre, Rockyview General Hospital, and Alberta Children's Hospital, providing diverse clinical exposure.

Focus Areas
Adult Neurology
Clinical Neurosciences
Subspecialty Neurology
Research in Neuroscience
Special Features
  • Competence by Design (CBD) curriculum
  • Mandatory research project
  • Hotchkiss Brain Institute research opportunities
  • Clinician Investigator Program
  • Conference attendance support
  • Resident research funding
  • Comprehensive academic half-day program
  • Departmental Grand Rounds
  • Resident retreat
  • Basic science symposium
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive subspecialty training
  • Strong research infrastructure
  • Supportive and collegial learning environment
  • Flexible curriculum
  • Extensive clinical exposure
  • Mentorship-focused program
Patient Populations
Adult neurology patients
Pediatric neurology patients
Stroke patients
Neuromuscular disease patients
Epilepsy patients
Movement disorder patients
Cognitive disorder patients
Neuro-oncology patients
Research Opportunities

Mandatory research project with potential for up to 6 months dedicated research time, salary support through Hotchkiss Brain Institute, and Clinician Investigator Program.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Foothills Medical Centre
  • South Health Campus
  • Peter Lougheed Centre
  • Rockyview General Hospital
  • Alberta Children's Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary care hospital
Pediatric medical center
Enhanced Skills Training
Research training
Clinician Investigator Program
Subspecialty clinic experiences
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • February 4, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV review
  • Personal letter
  • Reference letters
  • Electives
  • Extra-curricular activities
  • Leadership skills
  • Multiple Mini Interview (MMI)
  • Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
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

Transition to Neurology • 2 blocksVarious
Foundations of Neurology • 24 blocksVarious

PGY-2 Rotations

Core of Neurology • 26-38 blocksVarious

PGY-3 Rotations

Core of Neurology • ContinuedVarious

PGY-4 Rotations

Transition to Practice • 6-12 blocksVarious

PGY-5 Rotations

Transition to Practice • ContinuedVarious
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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.