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Edmonton - Diagnostic Radiology

University of AlbertaEdmonton, Alberta
Diagnostic Radiology
CMG Stream
5 Positions
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The University of Alberta Diagnostic Radiology Residency Program offers a comprehensive 5-year training experience in a diverse, academic environment. Located in Edmonton, the program provides extensive exposure to various imaging modalities across multiple hospitals and clinical settings, with a strong emphasis on resident education, research, and professional development.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29892
Quota
5 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 10, 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 with progressive independence, emphasizing team-based learning, scholarly activities, and comprehensive skill development across multiple imaging modalities.

Training Setting

Urban academic medical centers in Edmonton, including University of Alberta Hospital, Royal Alexandra Hospital, Stollery Children's Hospital, and multiple community hospitals and clinics.

Focus Areas
Diagnostic Radiology
Pediatric Radiology
Neuroradiology
Body Imaging
Musculoskeletal Radiology
Interventional Radiology
Nuclear Medicine
Breast Imaging
Oncologic Imaging
Special Features
  • Comprehensive two-year rotating curriculum
  • Guaranteed conference funding
  • Dedicated research time
  • Annual resident retreat
  • Formalized mentorship program
  • Fully funded online learning resources
  • Simulation training
  • Link Block medical student teaching
  • Quality Improvement and Research Day
Program Strengths
  • Excellent faculty to resident ratio
  • Large referral base with diverse pathology
  • State-of-the-art imaging technology
  • Strong research support
  • Comprehensive clinical exposure
  • Emphasis on resident wellness
  • Diverse training sites
Patient Populations
Pediatric patients
Adult patients
Oncology patients
Emergency patients
Trauma patients
Community and rural populations
Research Opportunities

Residents are required to complete one research project and a quality improvement project, with up to 20 days of dedicated research time and funding for conference presentations.

Teaching Hospitals
  • University of Alberta Hospital
  • Stollery Children's Hospital
  • Royal Alexandra Hospital
  • Cross Cancer Institute
  • Grey Nuns Community Hospital
  • Misericordia Community Hospital
  • Sturgeon Community Hospital
  • Strathcona Community Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Quaternary care center
Tertiary care center
Community hospital
Cancer center
Enhanced Skills Training
Interventional Radiology
Pediatric Radiology
Body Imaging
Musculoskeletal Radiology
Neuroradiology
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 19, 2026
  • January 20, 2026
  • January 21, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Casper test
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Reference letters
  • Personal letter
  • CV/Resume
  • 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

Orientation to Radiology • 1 blockRadiology Department
General Surgery • 1 block
Orthopedic Surgery • 1 block
Internal Medicine • 1 block
Emergency • 1 block
Pediatrics • 1 block
Pediatric Emergency • 1 block
Obstetrics/Gynecology • 1 block
Intensive Care/Coronary Care • 1 block
Neurology • 1 block
Anatomic Pathology • 1 block
Vacation • 1 block
Anatomy and Physics • 1 blockRadiology Department

PGY-2 Rotations

Thoracic Radiology • 1 block
Neuroradiology (CT) • 1 block
Body Imaging (CT) • 1 block
Fluoroscopy • 1 block
Ultrasound • 1 block
Pediatric Imaging • 1 block
Computed Radiology • 1 block

PGY-3 Rotations

Junior Rotations • 18 months

PGY-4 Rotations

Senior Rotations • 12 months

PGY-5 Rotations

Junior Staff Hospital Rotations • 6 months
Community Clinic Rotations
Electives • 1 block
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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.