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Head and Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology

University of AlbertaUnknown, Alberta
Otolaryngology
CMG Stream
3 Positions
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The University of Alberta offers a comprehensive 5-year Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery residency program designed to produce highly skilled consultants. The program provides extensive training across diverse subspecialties, emphasizing evidence-based education, research opportunities, and patient-centered care in a supportive academic environment.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29664
Quota
3 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 10, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
51 - 75 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competence by Design (CBD) approach using Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) and Milestones for resident assessment, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based education and progressive independence.

Training Setting

Urban academic medical center in Edmonton, Alberta, with training across multiple hospitals including University of Alberta Hospital, Stollery Children's Hospital, Royal Alexandra Hospital, and other regional medical centers.

Focus Areas
Head and Neck Surgery
Rhinology
Laryngology
Otology
Facial Plastics
General Otolaryngology
Pediatric Otolaryngology
Special Features
  • Multi-level mentorship program
  • Protected academic half-day time
  • Research project participation starting PGY-2
  • Financial support for conference attendance
  • Funding for instructional courses
  • Extensive teaching opportunities for medical students
Program Strengths
  • Strong research infrastructure
  • Diverse and internationally trained faculty
  • Extensive catchment area providing unique learning opportunities
  • High Royal College exam success rates
  • Comprehensive subspecialty exposure
Patient Populations
Pediatric patients
Adult patients
Head and neck oncology patients
Patients requiring complex surgical interventions
Research Opportunities

Residents participate in research projects from PGY-2, with support from a dedicated Research Director and partnerships with multiple research institutes.

Teaching Hospitals
  • University of Alberta Hospital
  • Stollery Children's Hospital
  • Royal Alexandra Hospital
  • Grey Nuns Community Hospital
  • Misericordia Community Hospital
  • Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Leduc Community Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary care center
Community hospitals
Enhanced Skills Training
Head and Neck Oncology Fellowship
Rhinology Fellowship
Pediatric Otolaryngology Fellowship
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 23, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV
  • Electives
  • Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
  • Personal letter
  • Reference letters
  • Research/Publications
  • Extra-curricular activities
  • Leadership skills
Compensation & Benefits

Alberta provincial salaries

Updated September 9, 2022

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$58,934

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$81,584

PGY-5

Benefits & Perks

Annual vacation: 4 weeks/yr
Call Stipends: weekday in-house –  $118.02weekend in-house / holiday – $178.72weekday home call – $59.01weekend home call / holiday – $89.35
CMPA dues paid: $1,500
Dental plan: 75% premium paid
Educational leave: 14 days paid leave
Extended health insurance: 75% premium paid$1000 per year Flexible Spending Account*
Frequency of calls: In-house call: 7/28. 2/4 weekend call.Home call: 9/28. 2/4 weekend call**A Resident scheduled on Home call but who is required to work more than four hours in hospital during the call period, of which more than one full hour is past 12:00 a.m. and before 6:00 a.m., or more than six (6) hours in hospital during the call period, shall be remunerated at the rate for In-House call.$100 per day for each scheduled weekend day of patient rounds when not on-call
Life insurance: 100% towards $150,000 coverage
Life Support Course Costs (Program Approved: 100% paid
Long-term disability insurance: 100% paid for 75% gross income
Maternity Leave: 18 weeks total (17 weeks paid to match 90% of salary when combined with EI)
Parental Leave: 2 weeks leave with full pay and benefits;52 weeks (inclusive of Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leaves) – unpaid leave

... and 4 more benefits

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

Curriculum & Rotations

PGY-1 Rotations

Head and Neck Surgery
Pediatric Otolaryngology
General Surgery
CCU
Anesthesiology
Internal Medicine
Emergency Medicine
Neurosurgery
Vacation • 4 weeks

PGY-2 Rotations

Sub Specialty Otolaryngology
Plastic Surgery
ICU
Oral Maxillofacial Surgery

PGY-3 Rotations

Head and Neck Surgery
Rhinology
Laryngology
Otology
Facial Plastics
General Otolaryngology

PGY-4 Rotations

Elective • 8 weeks
Ambulatory Block • 4 weeks

PGY-5 Rotations

Ambulatory Care • 8 weeks
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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.