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Halifax - Urology
Dalhousie University's Urology Residency Program is one of the oldest in Canada, offering a comprehensive five-year training experience that prepares residents to become competent urologists. The program provides robust clinical training across multiple sites in the Maritime provinces, with a strong emphasis on academic excellence, research, and patient care.
- Program ID
- 29209
- Quota
- 2 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
- 51 - 75 %
Teaching Philosophy
A competency-based approach focusing on progressive skill development, with emphasis on clinical judgment, surgical skills, and comprehensive urological care across different practice settings.
Training Setting
Urban and community training sites across Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, including academic medical centers, community hospitals, and pediatric facilities.
- Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) curriculum
- Surgical simulation and skills training
- On-site cadaver lab program
- Research opportunities
- Quality Improvement and Patient Safety (QuIPS) focus
- Academic half-day seminars
- Visiting professor program
- Strong faculty-to-resident ratio (approximately 1:1)
- Comprehensive subspecialty training
- Excellent research and academic opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative learning environment
- Preparation for both community practice and fellowship
Residents have dedicated research time, are encouraged to submit abstracts, and receive faculty mentorship for research projects.
- QEII Health Sciences Centre
- Victoria General Hospital
- Halifax Infirmary
- IWK Health Centre
- Saint John Regional Hospital
- Fredericton Hospital
- Moncton Hospital
- Academic achievements
- Reference letters
- Personal letter
- Elective experiences
- Interview performance
- Research contributions
Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island provincial salaries
Salary Progression (5-Year Program)
Starting Salary
$69,867
PGY-1
Maximum Salary
$91,777
PGY-5
Benefits & Perks
... and 2 more benefits
Compensation data is province-wide and may vary by institution. Please verify with individual programs. Data sourced from CARMS.
PGY-1 Rotations
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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.