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Halifax - Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology

Dalhousie UniversityHalifax, Nova Scotia
Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology
CMG Stream
1 Position
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Dalhousie University offers a dynamic 5-year Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology residency program based at the QEII Health Sciences Centre in Halifax. The program provides comprehensive training across multiple pathology subspecialties, emphasizing a collegial learning environment with abundant case volumes and diverse clinical experiences.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29254
Quota
1 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
October 24, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
76 - 100 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Structured, competency-based medical education with progressive independence, emphasizing one-on-one supervision, comprehensive curriculum, and tailored learning experiences.

Training Setting

Urban academic medical center in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with training sites across multiple hospitals in the Maritime provinces including Halifax, Dartmouth, and Saint John, NB.

Focus Areas
Diagnostic Pathology
Molecular Pathology
Surgical Pathology
Autopsy Pathology
Forensic Pathology
Pediatric Pathology
Cytopathology
Neuropathology
Special Features
  • Competency By Design (CBD) training system
  • Academic half day every Wednesday
  • Research project requirement
  • Conference presentation funding
  • Multihead teaching microscopes
  • Research methods course
  • Resident research coordinator
  • Flexible elective time
Program Strengths
  • Excellent research infrastructure
  • High Royal College exam success rate
  • Diverse subspecialty exposure
  • Strong community and academic training balance
  • Comprehensive resident support
Patient Populations
Hospital autopsy patients
Pediatric patients
Forensic cases
Surgical pathology patients
Cytology patients
Neuropathology patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are required to complete at least one research project, with financial support for conference presentations and dedicated research methods training.

Teaching Hospitals
  • QEII Health Sciences Centre
  • IWK Health Centre
  • NS Medical Examiners Office
  • Saint John Regional Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary care center
Community hospital
Enhanced Skills Training
Medical Education
Leadership
Community Pathology Practice
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 27, 2026
  • January 28, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic record
  • Communication skills
  • Reference letters
  • Personal letter
  • Interview performance
  • Research/leadership experience
Compensation & Benefits

Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island provincial salaries

Updated February 7, 2024

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$69,867

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$91,777

PGY-5

Benefits & Perks

Annual vacation: 4 weeks
Call stipend: Yes
CMPA dues paid: Yes
Dental coverage: Yes
Educational leave: Yes
Extended health insurance: Yes
Frequency of call: l in 4 in-hospital and for homecall
Life insurance: $100,000 of insurance
Long-term disabilityinsurance: 66.7% of salary
Maternity leave top up after one year’s service: eligible for up to a maximum of 17 weeks top-up allowance for maternity/pregnancy leave
Provincial dues (% of salary): 1.30%
Provincial health insurance: Yes

... and 2 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 Discipline1 monthQEII Health Sciences Centre
Clinical Hematology1 block
General Surgery1 block
Surgical Selective1 block
Radiation Oncology1 block
Gynecological Oncology1 block
Medical Oncology1 block
Subspecialty Pediatrics1 block
Selective1 block
Autopsy Pathology1 blockForensic Institute
Foundations of Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology3 blocksQEII and Saint John, NB

PGY-2 Rotations

Surgical and Autopsy Pathology15 monthsQEII Health Sciences Centre
Lymph Node Pathology
Molecular Pathology
Community Rotation1 monthMaritime provinces

PGY-3 Rotations

Neuropathology12 weeks
Cytopathology12 weeks
Pediatric Pathology12 weeks
Biomarker Rotation

PGY-4 Rotations

Forensic Pathology8 weeksNova Scotia Medical Examiner Service
Community Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology3 blocksSaint John, NB
Senior Cytopathology1 block
Senior Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology6 blocks
Cardiac/Liver/Kidney Biopsy1 block

PGY-5 Rotations

Subspecialty Anatomical Pathology Electives
Medical Education or Leadership Elective1 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.