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Head and Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology
McGill University's Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery residency is a comprehensive 5-year program that provides exceptional surgical training across all subspecialties. The program emphasizes competency-based medical education, research opportunities, and a supportive learning environment in the vibrant city of Montreal.
- Program ID
- 29571
- Quota
- 3 positions
- Stream
- Regular
- Program Length
- 5 years
- Last Approved
- September 22, 2025
- Last Updated
- December 3, 2025
- Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
- 0 - 50
- Avg. Interview Rate
- 26 - 50 %
Teaching Philosophy
The program follows a Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) approach, emphasizing progressive independence, frequent formative assessments, and targeted learning outcomes throughout the training stages.
Training Setting
Training occurs in state-of-the-art facilities in downtown Montreal, including multiple major hospitals such as McGill University Health Centre, Montreal Children's Hospital, and Jewish General Hospital.
- Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME)
- Temporal bone drilling course
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery masterclass
- Weekly protected teaching half-days
- Weekly Grand Rounds
- 3 months dedicated research rotation
- Simulation courses
- Women in Otolaryngology (WIO) mentorship program
- Comprehensive surgical exposure
- Strong research support
- Supportive learning environment
- Diverse training sites
- Excellent mentorship
- Bilingual training opportunities
Residents receive 3 months of dedicated research time, funding for conference presentations, and mentorship from academic leaders.
- Royal Victoria Hospital
- Montreal Children's Hospital
- Jewish General Hospital
- Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital
- Montreal General Hospital
Interview Dates
- January 22, 2026
- November 26, 2025
- CV review
- Electives
- Extra-curricular activities
- Leadership skills
- Reference documents
- Research/Publications
- Academic performance
- Interview performance
Quebec provincial salaries
Salary Progression (5-Year Program)
Starting Salary
$49,258
PGY-1
Maximum Salary
$69,658
PGY-5
Benefits & Perks
... and 16 more benefits
Compensation data is province-wide and may vary by institution. Please verify with individual programs. Data sourced from CARMS.
PGY-1 Rotations
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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.