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Hamilton - Obstetrics and Gynecology

McMaster UniversityHamilton, Ontario
Obstetrics and Gynecology
CMG Stream
8 Positions
Official Page

McMaster University's Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program offers comprehensive clinical and surgical training in both academic and community settings. The program is committed to preparing graduates who are excellent clinicians, leaders, and advocates in women's health, with a strong emphasis on research, scholarship, and interprofessional collaboration.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29125
Quota
8 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 23, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
26 - 50 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

The program follows a Competency Based Medical Education (CBME) approach, focusing on outcomes-based learning and progressive skill development across five years of training.

Training Setting

Training occurs across multiple urban and community hospitals in Hamilton and surrounding regions, including Hamilton Health Sciences, St. Joseph's Hospital, Juravinski Hospital, and community hospitals in Brantford, Oakville, and Waterloo.

Focus Areas
Obstetrics
Gynecology
Maternal Fetal Medicine
Reproductive Endocrinology
Gynecologic Oncology
Urogynecology
Minimal Access Surgery
Special Features
  • Competency Based Medical Education (CBME)
  • Annual R.T. Weaver Scientific Research Day
  • Mandatory research project for each resident
  • Quality Improvement initiative training
  • Simulation training in laparoscopy and hysteroscopy
  • Protected research time
  • Four resident journal clubs per year
  • Four practice OSCE sessions annually
Program Strengths
  • Strong research infrastructure
  • Exceptional surgical training
  • High Royal College exam success rates
  • Diverse clinical exposure
  • Supportive and collegial learning environment
Patient Populations
High-risk pregnancy patients
Gynecologic oncology patients
Reproductive endocrinology patients
Urogynecology patients
Women's health ambulatory patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are required to complete one research project, with protected research time and strong faculty support for scholarly activities.

Teaching Hospitals
  • McMaster University Medical Centre
  • St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
  • Juravinski Hospital
  • Brantford General Hospital
  • Oakville Hospital
  • Joseph Brant Hospital
  • Grand River Hospital
  • Guelph General Hospital
  • Niagara Health Services – St. Catharine's
  • Humber River Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Community hospital
Tertiary care center
Enhanced Skills Training
Minimal Access Surgery
Colposcopy Certification
Research Skills
Quality Improvement
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 26, 2026
  • January 27, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV and academic accomplishments
  • Electives
  • Extra-curricular activities
  • Leadership skills
  • Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
  • Personal letter
  • Reference documents
  • Research/Publications
  • Transcripts
Compensation & Benefits

Ontario provincial salaries

Updated January 6, 2025

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$73,367

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$98,567

PGY-5

Benefits & Perks

PGY Level: Salary

Compensation data is province-wide and may vary by institution. Please verify with individual programs. Data sourced from CARMS.

Curriculum & Rotations

PGY-1 Rotations

Obstetrics & Gynecology3 four-week blocks
Internal Medicine2 four-week blocks
ICU2 four-week blocks
General Surgery2 four-week blocks
Ambulatory/Women's Health Concerns Clinics1 four-week block
Anesthesia1 four-week block
Pediatrics1 four-week block
Emergency Medicine1 four-week block

PGY-2 Rotations

Core Obstetrics and Gynecology11 four-week blocks
Junior Gynecologic Oncology2 four-week blocks

PGY-3 Rotations

Maternal Fetal Medicine3 four-week blocks
Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility3 four-week blocks
Gynecologic Oncology3 four-week blocks
Urogynecology3 four-week blocks
Colposcopy2-3 four-week blocks
Laparoscopy1-2 four-week blocks

PGY-4 Rotations

Subspecialty RotationsVaries
Electives6-9 four-week blocks

PGY-5 Rotations

Chief ResidentFull year
Senior Gynecology Ambulatory1 four-week 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.