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Etchemin - Médecine familiale

Université LavalEtchemin, Quebec
Médecine familiale
Regular Stream
6 Positions
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The Université Laval Family Medicine Residency Program aims to train comprehensive family physicians capable of providing high-quality, continuous healthcare across various settings. The program emphasizes professional responsibility, a commitment to practicing in non-urban areas, and developing a holistic understanding of patient care.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29266
Quota
6 positions
Stream
Regular
Program Length
2 years
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
401 - 600
Avg. Interview Rate
76 - 100 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-based medical education focusing on CanMEDS roles, emphasizing progressive independence, reflective practice, and holistic patient-centered care.

Training Setting

Located in Lac-Etchemin, Quebec, approximately 100 km from Quebec City, with training across multiple clinical sites including GMF-U des Etchemins, Saint-Georges Hospital, and various regional healthcare centers.

Focus Areas
Primary Care
Rural Medicine
Comprehensive Family Medicine
Community Healthcare
Special Features
  • Simulation training at Centre Apprentiss
  • Introduction to targeted ultrasound training
  • Optional tracks: Socially Engaged Residents, Lifestyle Medicine, Pedagogy
  • International stage opportunities
  • Continuous professional development
  • Interprofessional collaboration training
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive training across multiple clinical settings
  • Strong emphasis on rural medicine
  • Innovative pedagogical approaches
  • Extensive clinical exposure
  • National leadership in medical education
Patient Populations
All age groups
Rural communities
Vulnerable populations
Chronic disease patients
Palliative care patients
Research Opportunities

Includes a scholarly project focused on quality improvement and leadership, with options for advanced research tracks.

Teaching Hospitals
  • GMF-U des Etchemins
  • Saint-Georges Hospital
  • CISSS de Chaudière-Appalaches
Training Setting Type
Community hospital
Family medicine teaching clinic
Rural healthcare center
Enhanced Skills Training
Emergency Medicine
Palliative Medicine
Sports and Exercise Medicine
Geriatric Care
Chronic Pain Management
Perinatal Care
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • 20 janvier 2026
  • 21 janvier 2026
  • 22 janvier 2026
  • 23 janvier 2026
  • 27 janvier 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CProMF exam
  • Clinical stage evaluations
  • Mid-stage assessments
  • Competency progression reports
  • Interview performance
Compensation & Benefits

Quebec provincial salaries

Updated September 9, 2022

Salary Progression (2-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$49,258

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$54,358

PGY-2

Benefits & Perks

Adoption leave: 29 to 38 weeks55 to 75 % of salary
Annual vacation: 20 days/year
Assistant Resident Coordinator: $425/month
Call Premium: $607/28 days
Conference leave: 7 days pd/year
Dental Plan: Yes, available for a fee
Exam leave: Day (s) of the exam
Extended Health Insurance: Yes
Leave for death in family: From 1 to 5 days depending on the family member
Leave of absence without pay (exceptional measure): 12 months maximum
Life insurance: Yes
Long-Term disability insurance: Yes

... and 16 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

Médecine familiale3 x 2 moisGMF-U et milieu hospitalier / incluant hospitalisation et activités spécialisées sélectionnées (ASS)
Médecine interne mixte2 moismilieu hospitalier
Urgence1 moismilieu hospitalier
Périnatalité1 moismilieu hospitalier
Pédiatrie1 moismilieu hospitalier
Option1 mois

PGY-2 Rotations

Médecine familiale3 x 2 moisGMF-U et milieu hospitalier / incluant hospitalisation et activités spécialisées sélectionnées (ASS)
Médecine familiale région2 moisDans un milieu du réseau de l'Université Laval, de la région de Québec ou en région1 de ces 2 mois peut être remplacé par une Option
Psychiatrie ambulatoire1 moismilieu hospitalier
Soins critiques1 moismilieu hospitalier; peut êtreremplacé par une Option
Soins aux personnes âgées1 moismilieu hospitalier
Option1 mois
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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.