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Ottawa - Dermatology

University of OttawaOttawa, Ontario
Dermatology
IMG Stream
1 Position
Official Page

The University of Ottawa Dermatology Residency Program is a comprehensive 5-year training program designed to produce competent, safe, and compassionate dermatology consultants. The program offers broad-based exposure to all aspects of dermatology, including clinical, surgical, and cosmetic training, with a strong emphasis on developing skills across the seven CanMEDS roles.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29881
Quota
1 positions
Stream
IMG
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 (CBME) focused on progressive independence, iterative feedback, and comprehensive development across CanMEDS roles with increasing responsibility as residents advance through training levels.

Training Setting

Urban academic medical center in Ottawa, with training across multiple hospital sites including The Ottawa Hospital (Civic, General, and Riverside Campuses), Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), and various specialized clinics.

Focus Areas
General Dermatology
Pediatric Dermatology
Skin Cancer
Mohs Surgery
Contact Dermatitis
Phototherapy
Pigmented Lesions
Rheumatology-Dermatology
Systemic Therapy
Vulvar Disorders
Special Features
  • Opportunity to accompany staff to Iqaluit for remote northern clinics
  • Mandatory national and international conference attendance
  • Monthly staff and resident journal club
  • Biannual Clinical and Scientific Meetings
  • Research opportunities
  • Teaching and lecturing experiences
  • Dermatopathology training
  • Professional leave for conferences
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive dermatology training across multiple sites
  • Strong clinical and academic focus
  • Excellent dermatopathology instruction
  • Diverse clinical exposure
  • Supportive faculty-resident relationship
  • Preparation for Royal College and American Board examinations
Patient Populations
Adult dermatology patients
Pediatric dermatology patients
Skin cancer patients
Rheumatology-related dermatology patients
Patients requiring phototherapy
Patients with pigmented lesions
Research Opportunities

Residents are strongly encouraged to prepare papers for presentation/publication, with opportunities for additional research for interested and progressing residents.

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

Interview Dates

  • February 6 2025
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV/Work Experience
  • Elective Experience
  • NAC Examination
  • Extra-curricular Activities
  • Leadership Skills
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Personal Letter
  • Reference Documents
  • Research/Publications
  • Academic Transcripts
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 Medicine2 blocks
Pediatrics Wards1 block
Dermatology3 blocks
Adult Emergency1 block
Pediatric Emergency1 block
Vascular1 block
Plastics1 block
Rheumatology1 block
Infectious Disease1 block
Family Medicine1 block

PGY-2 Rotations

Dermatology7 blocks
Rheumatology1 block
Mohs1 block
Allergy/Immunology1 block
Ambulatory Pediatrics/Medicine1 block
Dermatopathology1 block
Elective1 block

PGY-3 Rotations

Dermatology11 blocks
Dermatopathology1 block
Elective1 block

PGY-4 Rotations

Dermatology9 blocks
Laser/Cosmetic Dermatology1 block
Dermatopathology1 block
Elective2 blocks

PGY-5 Rotations

Dermatology7 blocks
Transitions to Practice1 block
Laser/Cosmetic Dermatology1 block
Dermatopathology1 block
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.