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Head and Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology

University of ManitobaUnknown, Manitoba
Otolaryngology
CMG Stream
2 Positions
Official Page

The University of Manitoba Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery is a five-year residency program accredited by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. The program aims to provide comprehensive training in otolaryngology, preparing residents for general practice or subspecialty fellowship training through a Competency by Design curriculum.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29512
Quota
2 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
November 4, 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 using a staged approach with progressive learning, frequent formative assessments, and milestone-based competencies to ensure comprehensive skill development.

Training Setting

Training occurs across multiple tertiary care facilities in Winnipeg, including Health Sciences Centre, St. Boniface General Hospital, Children's Hospital, Victoria General Hospital, and CancerCare Manitoba, with opportunities to serve northern communities.

Focus Areas
Head and Neck Surgery
Otology/Neurotology
Pediatric Otolaryngology
Laryngology
Facial Plastics
Community Otolaryngology
Special Features
  • Competency by Design (CBD) training format
  • Annual resident research days
  • Educational leave (one week per year)
  • Opportunities for interprovincial and international electives
  • Visiting professors twice annually
  • Optional northern community experiences
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive subspecialty exposure
  • Strong research opportunities
  • Diverse clinical training sites
  • Commitment to equity and diversity
  • Supportive academic environment
Patient Populations
Pediatric patients
Oncology patients
Head and neck surgery patients
Otology patients
Northern and rural Manitoba communities
Nunavut communities
Research Opportunities

Residents are expected to complete research projects and present at annual departmental research days, with opportunities to submit to national and international meetings.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Health Sciences Centre
  • St. Boniface General Hospital
  • Children's Hospital
  • Victoria General Hospital
  • CancerCare Manitoba
Training Setting Type
Tertiary care center
Community hospital
Multidisciplinary oncology center
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 26, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Personal letter
  • Reference letters
  • CV/Research portfolio
  • Elective evaluations
  • Interview performance
Compensation & Benefits

Manitoba provincial salaries

Updated July 20, 2023

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$62,663

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$85,863

PGY-5

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 DisciplineFirst 1-3 rotations
FoundationsFull year

PGY-2 Rotations

FoundationsFull year
Surgical FoundationsConcurrent with training

PGY-3 Rotations

CoreFull year
Transition to PracticeFull year

PGY-4 Rotations

CoreFull year
Transition to PracticeFull year

PGY-5 Rotations

CoreFull year
Transition to PracticeFull year
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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.