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Halifax - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Dalhousie UniversityHalifax, Nova Scotia
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
CMG Stream
1 Position
Official Page

Dalhousie University's Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) residency is a comprehensive 5-year program located in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The program offers extensive training across diverse rehabilitation settings, with opportunities for interprovincial and international experiences, and a strong focus on academic excellence and patient care.

Quick Facts
Program ID
30094
Quota
1 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
October 9, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
76 - 100 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-based medical education with progressive independence, emphasizing individualized learning, research opportunities, and comprehensive rehabilitation training across diverse patient populations.

Training Setting

Training occurs across multiple sites in the Maritime provinces, including Nova Scotia Rehabilitation Centre, Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre, IWK Health Centre, and Stan Cassidy Rehabilitation Centre in New Brunswick.

Focus Areas
Acquired Brain Injury
Neuro Rehabilitation
Spinal Cord Medicine
Peripheral Nerve Medicine
Neuromuscular Rehabilitation
Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
Amputee Rehabilitation
Assistive Technology
Sports Medicine
Special Features
  • Competency by Design (CBD) curriculum
  • Interprovincial training opportunities
  • 3-month potential international/interprovincial electives
  • Scholarly project requirement
  • Protected academic half-day
  • Research conference funding
  • Interdisciplinary tertiary care clinics
Program Strengths
  • Low resident-to-staff ratio
  • Nationally and internationally recognized research
  • Comprehensive interprofessional teams
  • Diverse training opportunities
  • Strong academic and community training
  • Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
Patient Populations
Spinal cord injury patients
Stroke patients
Traumatic brain injury patients
Musculoskeletal trauma patients
Multiple sclerosis patients
Neuromuscular disease patients
Amputee patients
Pediatric rehabilitation patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are required to complete a research project, with opportunities for national and international conference presentations and potential research awards.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Nova Scotia Rehabilitation Centre
  • Victoria General Hospital
  • Halifax Infirmary
  • IWK Health Centre
  • Stan Cassidy Rehabilitation Centre
  • Harbourview Rehabilitation Centre
  • Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary rehabilitation center
Community rehabilitation locations
Enhanced Skills Training
Electrodiagnostic training
Sports medicine
Orthotics and prosthetics
Interdisciplinary clinics
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 19, 2026
  • January 20, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic record
  • Electives
  • Extra-curricular activities
  • Leadership skills
  • Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
  • Personal letter
  • Reference documents
  • Research/Publications
  • Transcripts
  • Multiple Mini Interview (MMI)
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.

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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.