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Halifax - Urology

Dalhousie UniversityHalifax, Nova Scotia
Urology
CMG Stream
2 Positions
Official Page

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.

Quick Facts
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 %
Program Overview

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.

Focus Areas
Surgical Urology
Pediatric Urology
Urologic Oncology
Transplantation
Community Urology
Special Features
  • 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
Program Strengths
  • 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
Patient Populations
Adult urology patients
Pediatric urology patients
Oncology patients
Surgical patients
Emergency urology patients
Research Opportunities

Residents have dedicated research time, are encouraged to submit abstracts, and receive faculty mentorship for research projects.

Teaching Hospitals
  • QEII Health Sciences Centre
  • Victoria General Hospital
  • Halifax Infirmary
  • IWK Health Centre
  • Saint John Regional Hospital
  • Fredericton Hospital
  • Moncton Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Community hospital
Pediatric hospital
Tertiary care center
Enhanced Skills Training
Surgical skills training
Quality Improvement
Research methodology
Leadership development
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic achievements
  • Reference letters
  • Personal letter
  • Elective experiences
  • Interview performance
  • Research contributions
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

Urology8 monthsVarious
General SurgeryUnspecifiedVarious
Pediatric General SurgeryUnspecifiedVarious
Emergency MedicineUnspecifiedVarious

PGY-2 Rotations

Urology6 monthsVarious
Vascular Surgery1 monthVarious
General Surgery2 monthsVarious
Surgical Intensive Care Unit2 monthsVarious
Research1 monthVarious

PGY-3 Rotations

UrologyVariesVarious
Pediatric UrologyUnspecifiedVarious
Community Urology3 monthsVarious

PGY-4 Rotations

UrologyVariesVarious
Urologic Oncology1 monthVarious
Elective2-3 monthsVarious

PGY-5 Rotations

Chief Resident RotationFull yearVarious
Pediatric UrologyUnspecifiedVarious
TransplantationUnspecifiedVarious
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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.