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Ottawa - Diagnostic Radiology

University of OttawaOttawa, Ontario
Diagnostic Radiology
IMG Stream
1 Position

The University of Ottawa's Diagnostic Radiology program offers comprehensive training across multiple hospitals in Ottawa, emphasizing academic excellence, clinical skills, and a supportive learning environment. Residents gain broad clinical experience through state-of-the-art equipment and a robust curriculum designed to prepare them for independent radiology practice.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29249
Quota
1 positions
Stream
IMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
October 8, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
51 - 75 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competence by Design (CBD) curriculum emphasizing progressive learning, with stages focused on skill development, clinical integration, and autonomous practice preparation.

Training Setting

Urban academic medical centers in Ottawa, including The Ottawa Hospital (multiple campuses), Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario, and University of Ottawa Heart Institute, providing diverse clinical exposure.

Focus Areas
Diagnostic Radiology
Pediatric Radiology
Cardiac Imaging
Multi-modality Imaging
Interventional Radiology
Special Features
  • Comprehensive simulation curriculum
  • Ultrasound ScanTrainer access
  • Research project mandatory
  • Vertical mentoring program
  • Academic half-days
  • Artificial Intelligence lecture series
  • Visiting Professor Program
Program Strengths
  • High Royal College exam success rate
  • Extensive research opportunities
  • Comprehensive simulation training
  • Multidisciplinary learning environment
  • Advanced imaging technology access
Patient Populations
Adult patients
Pediatric patients
Cardiac patients
Emergency patients
Complex medical cases
Research Opportunities

Mandatory research project by PGY4, with protected research time, financial support for conference presentations, and opportunities to publish in major journals.

Teaching Hospitals
  • The Ottawa Hospital - General Campus
  • The Ottawa Hospital - Civic Campus
  • The Ottawa Hospital - Riverside Campus
  • Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario
  • University of Ottawa Heart Institute
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary care center
Pediatric hospital
Cardiac specialty center
Enhanced Skills Training
Cardiac Imaging
Pediatric Radiology
Interventional Procedures
Research Skills
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 19, 2026
  • January 20, 2026
  • January 21, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Casper Test
  • MCCQE Part I
  • NAC examination
  • Reference letters
  • Medical school transcripts
  • Personal letter
  • CV/Resume
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

Pediatrics ER1 block
General Surgery1 block
General Medicine CTU1 block
Adult ER1 block
Intensive Care1 block
Radiation Oncology1 block
Surgery Selective1 block
Medicine Selective1 block

PGY-2 Rotations

Body CT2 blocks
Acute ER
Chest
Musculoskeletal
Neuro
Ultrasound Scanning
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Program Location
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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.