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Ottawa - Dermatology

University of OttawaOttawa, Ontario
Dermatology
CMG Stream
3 Positions
Official Page

The University of Ottawa's Dermatology Residency Program is a comprehensive 5-year training program designed to produce competent, safe, and compassionate consultant dermatologists. The program provides broad-based and balanced exposure to all aspects of dermatology, with a strong emphasis on clinical skills, research, and professional development across multiple clinical settings.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29235
Quota
3 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
October 16, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
0 - 25 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-based medical education focusing on progressive independence, with iterative exposure to and feedback on CanMEDS roles: medical expert, communicator, collaborator, leader, health advocate, scholar, and professional.

Training Setting

Training occurs across multiple urban hospital sites in Ottawa, including The Ottawa Hospital (Civic, General, and Riverside Campuses), Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), and various specialized clinics and community offices.

Focus Areas
General Dermatology
Pediatric Dermatology
Skin Cancer
Mohs Surgery
Contact Dermatitis
Phototherapy
Pigmented Lesions
Rheumatology-Dermatology
Systemic Therapy
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Vulvar Disorders
Special Features
  • Opportunity to accompany staff to Iqaluit for northern dermatology experience
  • Monthly staff and resident journal club
  • Participation in national and international conferences
  • Clinical and Scientific Meetings
  • Dermatopathology training
  • Research opportunities
  • Teaching and lecturing opportunities
  • Royal College Fellowship examination preparation
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive dermatology training
  • Diverse clinical exposure
  • Strong academic and research focus
  • Supportive faculty-resident relationship
  • Excellent preparation for Royal College examinations
Patient Populations
Adult patients
Pediatric patients
Immunosuppressed patients
Skin cancer patients
Patients with complex dermatological conditions
Research Opportunities

Residents are strongly encouraged to prepare papers for presentation/publication, with opportunities for additional research projects aligned with their interests.

Teaching Hospitals
  • The Ottawa Hospital - Civic Campus
  • The Ottawa Hospital - General Campus
  • The Ottawa Hospital - Riverside Campus
  • Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO)
  • Laserderm
  • Ottawa Dermatology Clinic
  • Dynacare Laboratories
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary care center
Community clinics
Pediatric hospital
Enhanced Skills Training
Mohs surgery
Cosmetic dermatology
Laser procedures
Dermatopathology
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • February 6 2025
Evaluation Criteria
  • Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
  • CV
  • Personal letter
  • Reference letters
  • Elective experiences
  • Research/publications
  • Interview performance
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

Internal Medicine Inpatients2 blocksThe Ottawa Hospital
Pediatric Inpatients1 blockCHEO
Dermatology3 blocksVarious
Adult Emergency1 blockThe Ottawa Hospital
Pediatric Emergency1 blockCHEO
Vascular1 block
Plastics1 block
Rheumatology1 block
Infectious Disease1 block
Family Medicine1 block

PGY-2 Rotations

Dermatology7 blocksVarious
Rheumatology1 block
Mohs1 block
Allergy/Immunology1 block
Ambulatory Pediatrics1 block
Dermatopathology1 blockDynacare Laboratories
Elective1 block

PGY-3 Rotations

Dermatology11 blocksVarious
Dermatopathology1 blockDynacare Laboratories
Elective1 block

PGY-4 Rotations

Dermatology9 blocksVarious
Laser/Cosmetic Dermatology1 block
Dermatopathology1 blockDynacare Laboratories
Elective2 blocks

PGY-5 Rotations

Dermatology7 blocksVarious
Transitions to Practice1 block
Laser/Cosmetic Dermatology1 block
Dermatopathology1 blockDynacare Laboratories
Elective3 blocks
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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.