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Hamilton - Ophthalmology

McMaster UniversityHamilton, Ontario
Ophthalmology
CMG Stream
2 Positions
Official Page

McMaster Ophthalmology offers a comprehensive 5-year residency program focused on excellence, innovation, and collaboration. The program provides high-quality clinical and surgical ophthalmology training, with opportunities for research, global health experiences, and professional development in a supportive, collegial environment.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29665
Quota
2 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 9, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
26 - 50 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Structured academic curriculum with progressive learning, emphasizing competency-based medical education, early subspecialty exposure, and holistic professional development across CanMEDS roles.

Training Setting

Training primarily occurs at Hamilton Regional Eye Institute at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton and McMaster University Medical Center, with additional training at Trillium Partners and William Osler Hospitals in Oakville and Brampton.

Focus Areas
Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Subspecialty Ophthalmology
Clinical Research
Global Health Ophthalmology
Public Health Ophthalmology
Special Features
  • Competency by Design Curriculum
  • Wet Lab Sessions
  • Simulation Training
  • International Ophthalmology Experiences
  • Research Project Requirement
  • Visiting Professors Lecture Series
  • Mentorship Program
  • Wellness Program
Program Strengths
  • Enthusiastic and approachable program leadership
  • Collegial teaching faculty
  • Strong medical expert academic curriculum
  • Early subspecialty and surgical exposure
  • Responsive to resident needs and career aspirations
Patient Populations
Diverse patient populations
Tertiary care patients
Pediatric patients
Community health patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are expected to complete at least one prospective research project, with support for presenting at conferences and publishing in journals.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Hamilton Regional Eye Institute
  • St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
  • McMaster University Medical Center
  • Trillium Partners Hospitals
  • William Osler Hospitals
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary care center
Community hospital
Enhanced Skills Training
International Ophthalmology Experience
Research Skills
Practice Management
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 28, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic performance
  • MSPR
  • Reference letters
  • Personal letter
  • CV/Research
  • Elective experiences
  • Interview performance
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

Transition to Discipline2 ophthalmology blocksVarious Hamilton hospitals
Foundations of Discipline7 off-service blocks + 3.5 ophthalmology blocksVarious Hamilton hospitals

PGY-2 Rotations

Core of DisciplineFull yearHamilton Regional Eye Institute

PGY-3 Rotations

Core of DisciplineFull yearHamilton Regional Eye Institute

PGY-4 Rotations

Core of DisciplineFull yearHamilton Regional Eye Institute

PGY-5 Rotations

Transition to PracticeFull yearHamilton Regional Eye Institute
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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.