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Moose Jaw - Family Medicine

University of SaskatchewanMoose Jaw, Saskatchewan
Family Medicine
Competitive Stream
1 Position

The Moose Jaw Family Medicine Residency Program at the University of Saskatchewan offers a comprehensive two-year training experience focused on producing caring and compassionate family physicians. The program provides full-service family medicine training with a strong emphasis on rural, remote, and underserved populations, offering residents diverse clinical experiences and close one-on-one learning opportunities.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29972
Quota
1 positions
Stream
Competitive
Program Length
2 years
Last Approved
September 8, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
601 +
Avg. Interview Rate
26 - 50 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-based medical education with progressive independence, focusing on developing comprehensive family physicians who can practice in diverse settings with an emphasis on understanding patient context and community needs.

Training Setting

Located in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, a regional community with a population of 34,000, with training sites including Dr. F.H. Wigmore hospital, 4 local clinics, and Regina hospitals.

Focus Areas
Full-service Family Medicine
Rural Medicine
Emergency Medicine
Obstetrics
Hospitalist Medicine
Community-based Care
Special Features
  • Longitudinal program with consistent full-service family medicine
  • Close one-on-one learning with engaged preceptors
  • Regular Emergency Department call
  • Tailored preceptor matching
  • Potential experiences with Refugee Health, Home Care, Long-Term Care
  • Academic half-day program
  • Evidence-based medicine training
  • Behavioral skills training
Program Strengths
  • Strong work/life balance
  • Diverse clinical exposure
  • High patient volume and variety
  • Close proximity to Regina
  • Modern hospital and clinic facilities
  • Balanced representation of CMGs and IMGs
  • Comprehensive procedural training
Patient Populations
Rural populations
Underserved communities
Diverse patient groups
Immigrant populations
Indigenous patients
LGBTQ2 patients
Geriatric patients
Research Opportunities

Evidence-based medicine training and scholarly activity opportunities are integrated into the curriculum.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital
  • Hillcrest Health Clinic
  • South Hill Medical Clinic
  • Medella Clinic
  • Circle Medical Centre
Training Setting Type
Regional hospital
Community clinics
Urban medical center
Rural health facilities
Enhanced Skills Training
Obstetrics
Emergency Medicine
Hospitalist Medicine
Palliative Care
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 21, 2026
  • January 22, 2026
  • January 23, 2026
  • January 24, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Casper test
  • FMProC assessment
  • MCCQE Part I
  • NAC examination
  • Medical school transcript
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Personal letter
  • Reference letters
Compensation & Benefits

Saskatchewan provincial salaries

Updated August 24, 2022

Salary Progression (2-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$61,635

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$67,217

PGY-2

Benefits & Perks

Annual vacation: 4 weeks
CMPA dues paid: 100%
Dental plan: 100%
Educational leave: Minimum 7 days with pay, 12 Maximum
Employee Assistance Program: Two programs available through SMA and University of Saskatchewan
Extended health insurance: Blue Cross family coverage, if registered with a Provincial Health Plan
Frequency of call: 1:4 in-house (if in excess of 1:4 paid $196/period from 1700-0800 weekdays and $249 from 0800-0800 weekends)*;1:3 out-of-house
Life insurance: Paid premium, >$100,000 coverage
Long-term disability insurance: Paid premium cost for Disability Insurance
Maternity leave/ Paternity: In conformity with Sask. Labour Standards Act – 17 weeks max maternity leave and up to 35 weeks parental leave.5 paid days paternity (can split the 35 weeks parental leave with mother as desired.)
Meal allowance: n/a
On-Call Stipends: Home Light: per duty period: $72 weekday; $83 weekendIn House: per duty period: $166 weekday; $191 weekendICU/CCU: per duty period: $166 weekday; $191 weekend

... and 5 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

Orientation1 week
Family Medicine20 weeks longitudinal half days + 12 weeks full days
Electives4 weeks
Obstetrics8 weeks full days
Internal Medicine2 weeks full days
Hospitalist4 weeks full days
Pediatrics8 weeks longitudinal half days
Psychiatry4 weeks longitudinal half days
Surgery8 weeks longitudinal half days
Emergency1 day per month plus call shifts
Resident Retreat1 week

PGY-2 Rotations

Electives8 weeks
Obstetrics2 weeks in Regina
Palliative2 weeks in Regina
Pediatrics2 weeks in Regina
Exams1 week
Family Medicine28 weeks
Rural Family Medicine8 weeks
Resident Retreat1 week
EmergencyRegular call throughout 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.