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Halifax - Obstetrics and Gynecology

Dalhousie UniversityHalifax, Nova Scotia
Obstetrics and Gynecology
CMG Stream
5 Positions
Official Page

Dalhousie University's Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program offers comprehensive, competency-based training in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The program provides extensive clinical experience across various subspecialties, emphasizing academic excellence, research, and preparing residents for both generalist and subspecialty careers in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29488
Quota
5 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
October 9, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
51 - 75 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) with progressive independence, emphasizing milestone-based learning, frequent formative assessments, and comprehensive skill development across all CanMEDS roles.

Training Setting

Urban academic medical centers in Halifax, Nova Scotia, including IWK Health Centre and QEII Health Science Centre, with additional training in Saint John, New Brunswick and potential community rotations across Maritime provinces.

Focus Areas
Obstetrics
Gynecology
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Maternal Fetal Medicine
Gynecological Oncology
Urogynecology
Global Health
Special Features
  • Surgical Foundations Boot Camp
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology Boot Camp
  • Competency-Based Medical Education (CBD)
  • Surgical Skills Lab
  • Simulation Centre
  • Annual Resident Research Day
  • Resident Travel Fund
  • Departmental Wellness Program
  • International Elective Opportunities
Program Strengths
  • Only high-risk obstetrical centre in the Maritimes
  • Minimal fellowship presence maximizing resident surgical experience
  • Strong simulation and skills training
  • Comprehensive research opportunities
  • Supportive learning environment
  • Well-established resident wellness program
Patient Populations
High-risk obstetrical patients
Gynecological surgery patients
Reproductive health patients
Oncology patients
Community and rural patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are required to complete one research project, with protected research time, biostatistics support, and annual Resident Research Day.

Teaching Hospitals
  • IWK Health Centre
  • QEII Health Science Centre - Victoria General Site
  • QEII Health Science Centre - Halifax Infirmary Site
  • Saint John Regional Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary care center
Community hospital
Enhanced Skills Training
Surgical Skills Training
Ultrasound Training
Global Health Opportunities
Research Skills
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • February 2, 2026
  • February 3, 2026
  • February 4, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
  • Personal letter
  • Reference letters
  • Elective performance
  • Interview performance
  • MMI interview stations
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

Surgical Foundations Boot Camp4 blocks
Obstetrics & Gynecology Boot Camp2 blocks
General Surgery2 blocks
Community Obs Gyn2 blocksSaint John, NB
Research1 block
Emergency1 block
Internal Medicine1 block
Obstetrics & Gynecology2 blocks
ICU1 block
Gynecologic Oncology1 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.