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Ottawa - Medical Genetics and Genomics
The University of Ottawa's Medical Genetics and Genomics Residency is a comprehensive 5-year program that combines clinical, laboratory, and research training. The program provides extensive exposure to pediatric and adult genetics, with rotations across multiple sites including CHEO and The Ottawa Hospital, emphasizing broad clinical experience and research opportunities.
- Program ID
- 30335
- Quota
- 1 positions
- Stream
- CMG
- Program Length
- 5 years
- Last Approved
- September 5, 2025
- Last Updated
- December 3, 2025
- Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
- 0 - 50
- Avg. Interview Rate
- 76 - 100 %
Teaching Philosophy
Competency-based medical education with progressive independence, emphasizing mentorship, research skills, and comprehensive clinical training across pediatric and adult genetics.
Training Setting
Urban academic medical centers in Ottawa, including Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) and The Ottawa Hospital, serving a catchment area of approximately 1.4 million people in Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec.
- TeleGRAF monthly teaching seminar
- Weekly academic half days
- Genetic counselling co-curriculum
- Mentorship program
- Buddy system pairing R1s with R3s
- Annual team building event
- Conference funding ($2000/year)
- Care4Rare consortium exposure
- Rotation at SickKids Hospital
- Newborn Screening Ontario exposure
- Comprehensive 5-year training program
- Extensive research opportunities
- Strong mentorship model
- Bilingual patient care environment
- Multiple clinical exposure sites
- National and international conference support
Research is mandatory, with residents expected to complete at least one research project, publish in a peer-reviewed journal, and present at a national or international meeting. Up to 11 blocks are available for research objectives.
- Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO)
- Ottawa General Hospital
- Ottawa Civic Hospital
- Ottawa Riverside Hospital
- Hospital for Sick Children (Toronto)
Interview Dates
- January 30, 2026
- CV
- Electives
- Extra-curricular activities
- Leadership skills
- Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
- Personal letter
- Reference documents
- Research/Publications
Ontario provincial salaries
Salary Progression (5-Year Program)
Starting Salary
$73,367
PGY-1
Maximum Salary
$98,567
PGY-5
Benefits & Perks
Compensation data is province-wide and may vary by institution. Please verify with individual programs. Data sourced from CARMS.
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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.