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Hamilton - Radiation Oncology

McMaster UniversityHamilton, Ontario
Radiation Oncology
CMG Stream
2 Positions
Official Page

McMaster University's Radiation Oncology Residency Program offers comprehensive training at the Juravinski Cancer Centre, preparing residents to become skilled clinical Radiation Oncologists. The program emphasizes a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach with opportunities for academic and research development across a diverse range of oncological settings.

Quick Facts
Program ID
30052
Quota
2 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 9, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
76 - 100 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-Based Medical Education with progressive independence, emphasizing clinical skills, research capabilities, and multidisciplinary collaborative care.

Training Setting

Urban academic cancer center at Juravinski Cancer Centre in Hamilton, serving a population of 1.4 million in the Hamilton-Niagara-Haldimand-Brant region of Southern Ontario.

Focus Areas
Radiation Oncology
Cancer Care
Multidisciplinary Oncology
Pediatric Oncology
Sarcoma Oncology
Special Features
  • Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME)
  • Scholarly project requirement
  • Academic Half-Days
  • Research support and funding
  • National conference attendance support
  • Multidisciplinary rounds
  • Physics and radiobiology courses
  • Elective opportunities across Canada and internationally
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive cancer care training
  • Strong research infrastructure
  • Diverse clinical exposure
  • Academic support
  • Multidisciplinary learning environment
Patient Populations
Cancer patients
Pediatric oncology patients
Sarcoma patients
Patients requiring brachytherapy
Patients needing stereotactic radiosurgery
Research Opportunities

Residents are required to complete a scholarly project with support from research advisors, and are financially supported to attend and present at national conferences.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Juravinski Cancer Centre
  • Hamilton Health Sciences
  • St. Joseph's Healthcare
  • McMaster Children's Hospital
  • Odette Cancer Centre
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Cancer center
Tertiary care center
Enhanced Skills Training
Brachytherapy
Stereotactic Radiosurgery
Pediatric Oncology
Sarcoma Oncology
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 28, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Personal letter
  • CV
  • Reference documents
  • 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 Discipline8 weeksJuravinski Cancer Centre
Internal Medicine (CTU)2 blocksHamilton Health Sciences
Thoracic Oncology Surgery1 block
Gynecologic Oncology1 block
Inpatient Oncology2 blocks
Emergency Medicine1 block
Diagnostic Imaging1 block
Palliative Care2 blocks
Neuro-Oncology1 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.