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Halifax - Plastic Surgery

Dalhousie UniversityHalifax, Nova Scotia
Plastic Surgery
CMG Stream
1 Position
Official Page

The Dalhousie University Plastic Surgery training program is committed to leadership, innovation, and excellence in Plastic Surgery. The program aims to prepare compassionate and creative Plastic Surgeons who are collaborators, innovators, and leaders dedicated to serving the Atlantic Canadian community.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29176
Quota
1 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
6 years
Last Approved
October 9, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
0 - 25 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-Based Medical Education with progressive responsibility, mentor-based learning, and a focus on comprehensive skill development across clinical and research domains.

Training Setting

Training occurs across multiple sites in Halifax, Nova Scotia, including adult, pediatric, and community hospitals, with rotations throughout the Maritime provinces.

Focus Areas
Plastic Surgery
Microsurgery
Breast Reconstruction
Hand Surgery
Peripheral Nerve Reconstruction
Craniomaxillofacial Surgery
Aesthetic Surgery
Gender-Affirming Top Surgery
Pediatric Plastic Surgery
Special Features
  • Surgical Boot Camp
  • Mentor-based training model
  • International charitable mission opportunity
  • Comprehensive academic curriculum
  • Skills lab curriculum
  • Monthly Journal Clubs
  • Annual Visiting Professor program
  • Dedicated research time
  • Plastic Surgery Research lab
  • Clinician Investigator Program
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive surgical training
  • Strong research infrastructure
  • Diverse clinical exposure
  • Emphasis on innovation and leadership
  • Robust assessment and feedback mechanisms
Patient Populations
Adult patients
Pediatric patients
Plastic surgery patients
Reconstructive surgery patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are required to complete research projects, with protected research time, a research lab, and opportunities for clinical and basic science research.

Teaching Hospitals
  • QEII Health Sciences Centre
  • Bayers Lake Community Outpatient Centre
  • Scotia Surgery Centre
  • IWK Health Centre
  • Saint John Regional Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Community hospital
Tertiary care center
Pediatric hospital
Enhanced Skills Training
International medical missions
Clinician Investigator Program
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • February 6, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic record
  • Research activities
  • Extra-curricular activities
  • Awards
  • Letters of reference
  • Interview performance
Compensation & Benefits

Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island provincial salaries

Updated February 7, 2024

Salary Progression (6-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$69,867

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$97,968

PGY-6

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

Plastic Surgery12 weeksQEII Health Sciences Centre
General Surgery8 weeks
Vascular Surgery4 weeks
Neurosurgery4 weeks
Anesthesia4 weeks
Emergency Medicine4 weeks
Infectious Disease4 weeks
Dermatology4 weeks
Selective4 weeks

PGY-2 Rotations

Plastic Surgery28 weeksQEII Health Sciences Centre
Otolaryngology8 weeks
ICU8 weeks
Orthopedics8 weeks
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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.