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Québec - Chirurgie générale
The Université Laval General Surgery Residency Program is a comprehensive 5-year training program focused on developing competent general surgeons. The program emphasizes both clinical skills and theoretical knowledge, with a strong commitment to simulation training and research, preparing residents to provide high-quality surgical care across various clinical contexts.
- Program ID
- 29831
- Quota
- 3 positions
- Stream
- Regular
- Program Length
- 5 years
- Last Updated
- December 3, 2025
- Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
- 51 - 200
- Avg. Interview Rate
- 76 - 100 %
Teaching Philosophy
Competency-based training with progressive independence, emphasizing simulation, practical skills, and comprehensive theoretical education through weekly academic half-days and diverse learning modalities.
Training Setting
Urban academic medical centers in Quebec City, including multiple hospital sites within the CHU de Québec network and regional healthcare centers across Quebec.
- Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME)
- 4-week simulation stage in laparoscopy and digestive endoscopy
- Mandatory cadaver dissection anatomy courses
- Two required research projects
- Optional master's research degree
- Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery (FLS) certification
- Fundamentals of Endoscopic Surgery (FES) certification
- Comprehensive simulation training
- Strong research infrastructure
- Diverse clinical exposure
- Weekly dedicated academic teaching
- Multiple affiliated hospital sites
- Regional and urban training opportunities
Residents are required to complete two research projects with dedicated supervisor support, with potential for a master's research degree.
- Hôtel-Dieu de Québec
- Hôpital St-François d'Assise
- Centre Hospitalier de l'Université Laval
- Hôpital du St-Sacrement
- Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus
- IUCPQ
Interview Dates
- 20 janvier 2026
- 21 janvier 2026
- Academic performance (DREM)
- Surgical and non-surgical clinical rotations
- Interview performance
- Reference letters
- Research activities
- Leadership potential
Quebec provincial salaries
Salary Progression (5-Year Program)
Starting Salary
$49,258
PGY-1
Maximum Salary
$69,658
PGY-5
Benefits & Perks
... and 16 more benefits
Compensation data is province-wide and may vary by institution. Please verify with individual programs. Data sourced from CARMS.
PGY-1 Rotations
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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.