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Ottawa - Radiation Oncology

University of OttawaOttawa, Ontario
Radiation Oncology
IMG Stream
1 Position
Official Page

The University of Ottawa Radiation Oncology Training Program provides comprehensive training to produce competent and caring radiation oncologists. Located in Ottawa, the program offers state-of-the-art facilities and a robust educational approach that emphasizes clinical skills, research, and patient-centered care across the full spectrum of oncology treatment.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29896
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

Competency-based medical education with progressive independence, emphasizing comprehensive oncology training, research skills, and patient-centered care across all stages of residency.

Training Setting

Urban academic medical center in Ottawa, with training across multiple hospital sites including The Ottawa Hospital, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario, and Princess Margaret Hospital.

Focus Areas
Radiation Oncology
Cancer Treatment
Oncology Research
Pediatric Oncology
Brachytherapy
Stereotactic Radiotherapy
Special Features
  • MR-Linac technology
  • Cyberknife program
  • Comprehensive research opportunities
  • Multidisciplinary tumor rounds
  • Academic half-day seminars
  • Research project requirement
  • Flexible research time allocation
Program Strengths
  • State-of-the-art radiation treatment facilities
  • Strong research infrastructure
  • Comprehensive oncology training
  • Multidisciplinary approach
  • Excellent research publication track record
Patient Populations
Cancer patients
Pediatric oncology patients
Palliative care patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are required to complete at least one research project, with flexible research time allocation up to 6 four-week rotations or hybrid clinical/research rotations.

Teaching Hospitals
  • The Ottawa Hospital - General Site
  • The Ottawa Hospital - Queensway Site
  • Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO)
  • Princess Margaret Hospital
  • Élisabeth Bruyère Health Centre
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Cancer treatment center
Pediatric hospital
Community hospital
Enhanced Skills Training
Treatment planning
Radiobiology
Medical physics
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 21, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Medical school transcript
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Letters of reference
  • Personal letter
  • CV
  • Electives
  • Research experience
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.

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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.