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Head and Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology

Western UniversityUnknown, Ontario
Otolaryngology
CMG Stream
4 Positions

Western University's Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery program is a globally renowned, five-year residency that provides outstanding, well-rounded training. The program aims to develop highly competent surgeons and consultants who can excel in academic and community practice.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29247
Quota
4 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 19, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
51 - 75 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-Based Medical Education with a graded escalation of responsibility, focusing on developing residents' skills across CanMEDS roles and ensuring comprehensive, targeted learning outcomes.

Training Setting

Integrated program involving major teaching hospitals in London, Ontario, including St. Joseph's Health Care and London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) sites.

Focus Areas
Head and Neck Surgery
Otology
Neuro-Otology
Rhinology
Facial Plastic Surgery
Pediatric Otolaryngology
Skull Base Surgery
Laryngology
Special Features
  • Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME)
  • Annual Residents' Research Day
  • Potential Master's Degree opportunity
  • Research laboratories in anatomy, voice, vestibular, otologic, and virtual reality
  • Protected teaching time
  • Didactic lecture series
  • Surgical dissection courses
Program Strengths
  • Globally renowned program
  • Comprehensive surgical training
  • Strong research opportunities
  • Diverse clinical exposure
  • Emphasis on leadership and innovation
Patient Populations
Pediatric patients
Head and neck oncology patients
Otology patients
Rhinology patients
Facial trauma patients
Sleep apnea patients
Research Opportunities

Residents present research at annual Residents' Research Day, with opportunities in multiple research laboratories and potential Master's degree pursuit.

Teaching Hospitals
  • St. Joseph's Health Care
  • London Health Sciences Centre - University Hospital
  • London Health Sciences Centre - Victoria Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary care center
Enhanced Skills Training
Potential Master's Degree
Research opportunities
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • Saturday, January 24, 2026
  • January 24, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Reference letters
  • Interviews
  • Academic record
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Personal letter
  • Elective experiences
  • Research/Publications
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

Surgical Foundations16 monthsVarious teaching hospitals

PGY-3 Rotations

Pathology1 monthLHSC
Radiology1 monthLHSC
Research1 monthLHSC
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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.