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Edmonton - Dermatology

University of AlbertaEdmonton, Alberta
Dermatology
CMG Stream
3 Positions
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The University of Alberta Dermatology Residency Program is a comprehensive 5-year training program designed to produce world-class dermatologists through excellence in teaching, medical discovery, research, and clinical service. The program provides a supportive environment that enables residents to achieve Royal College competencies while pursuing personalized career and life goals.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29948
Quota
3 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 10, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
26 - 50 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-Based Medical Education with progressive independence, focusing on comprehensive training across different clinical settings and providing residents with diverse learning opportunities.

Training Setting

Urban medical training environment in Edmonton, Alberta, with rotations across multiple hospitals and clinics including University of Alberta Hospital, Royal Alexandra Hospital, Stollery Children's Health Centre, and various community dermatology clinics.

Focus Areas
General Dermatology
Pediatric Dermatology
Dermatopathology
Community Dermatology
Subspecialty Dermatology
Special Features
  • Competence By Design (CBD) program
  • Research opportunities
  • National conference presentation encouragement
  • Subspecialty clinic exposures
  • Community dermatology rotations
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive Royal College-compliant training
  • Diverse clinical exposure
  • Strong research infrastructure
  • Supportive learning environment
  • Multiple subspecialty clinic opportunities
Patient Populations
Adult dermatology patients
Pediatric dermatology patients
Patients with rare and genetic disorders
Oncology patients
Patients requiring specialized dermatological care
Research Opportunities

Residents are encouraged to participate in scholarly projects, with opportunities in basic research, clinical research, and quality improvement projects.

Teaching Hospitals
  • University of Alberta Hospital
  • Royal Alexandra Hospital
  • Stollery Children's Health Centre
  • Cross Cancer Institute
  • Grey Nuns Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary care center
Community clinics
Enhanced Skills Training
Dermatopathology
Pediatric Dermatology
Subspecialty clinics
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • Saturday, January 31, 2026
  • January 31, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CaRMS Self-Identification Questionnaire (CSIQ)
  • Casper assessment
  • CV review
  • Electives completed
  • Reference letters
  • Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
  • Personal letter
  • Research/publications
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

Various specialty rotations • Full yearMultiple hospitals

PGY-2 Rotations

Various specialty rotations • Full yearMultiple hospitals

PGY-3 Rotations

General Dermatology • Partial yearUniversity Dermatology Clinic
Pediatric Dermatology • LongitudinalStollery Children's Health Centre

PGY-4 Rotations

Subspecialty Dermatology Clinics • Full yearVarious clinics
Dermatopathology • Partial rotationAlberta Precision Labs

PGY-5 Rotations

Advanced Dermatology • Full yearUniversity Dermatology Clinic
Community Dermatology • Partial rotationEdmonton-area private clinics
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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.