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Québec - Chirurgie orthopédique

Université LavalQuébec, Quebec
Chirurgie orthopédique
Regular Stream
3 Positions
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The Université Laval Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program is a comprehensive 5-year training program designed to develop competent orthopedic surgeons for both academic and regional practice. The program emphasizes polyvalence, autonomy, and adaptability, with a strong focus on teamwork and leadership.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29134
Quota
3 positions
Stream
Regular
Program Length
5 years
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
51 - 75 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

A progressive, competency-based approach focusing on developing residents' clinical skills, research capabilities, and professional attitudes through structured clinical rotations and comprehensive evaluation methods.

Training Setting

Urban academic medical centers in Quebec City, including multiple hospital sites such as CHU de Québec, with exposure to both urban and regional healthcare settings.

Focus Areas
Orthopedic Surgery
Pediatric Orthopedics
Trauma Orthopedics
Sports Medicine
Oncological Orthopedics
Spine Surgery
Upper Limb Surgery
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Joint Reconstruction
Special Features
  • Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME)
  • Weekly theoretical teaching
  • Anatomy laboratory sessions
  • Arthro-simulation training
  • Annual research meetings
  • Inter-hospital conferences
  • Canadian Orthopedic Association basic science courses
  • AO/ASIF osteosynthesis courses
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive clinical exposure across orthopedic subspecialties
  • Strong research integration
  • Dynamic teaching environments
  • Competency-Based Medical Education approach
  • Excellent surgical skills development
Patient Populations
Pediatric patients
Adult orthopedic patients
Trauma patients
Sports medicine patients
Oncology patients
Community healthcare patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are exposed to orthopedic research annually, with dedicated research periods and opportunities to present research at scientific days.

Teaching Hospitals
  • CHU de Québec: CHUL/Centre Mère-Enfant Soleil
  • Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus
  • Hôtel-Dieu de Québec
  • Hôpital Saint-François d'Assise
  • Institut de réadaptation et de déficience physique de Québec
  • Hôtel-Dieu de Lévis
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Community hospital
Regional healthcare center
Enhanced Skills Training
Surgical Foundations
Research Skills
Leadership Development
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • 6 février 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic record (50%)
  • Interview performance (50%)
  • Mid-stage evaluation
  • Stage evaluation
  • Reliable Professional Activities (APC) execution
  • Resident clinic performance
  • Annual in-training exam
  • Research presentation
  • Royal College written and oral exam
Compensation & Benefits

Quebec provincial salaries

Updated September 9, 2022

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$49,258

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$69,658

PGY-5

Benefits & Perks

Adoption leave: 29 to 38 weeks55 to 75 % of salary
Annual vacation: 20 days/year
Assistant Resident Coordinator: $425/month
Call Premium: $607/28 days
Conference leave: 7 days pd/year
Dental Plan: Yes, available for a fee
Exam leave: Day (s) of the exam
Extended Health Insurance: Yes
Leave for death in family: From 1 to 5 days depending on the family member
Leave of absence without pay (exceptional measure): 12 months maximum
Life insurance: Yes
Long-Term disability insurance: Yes

... and 16 more benefits

Compensation data is province-wide and may vary by institution. Please verify with individual programs. Data sourced from CARMS.

Curriculum & Rotations

PGY-1 Rotations

Infectious Diseases1 period
Surgical Foundations1 period
Emergency1 period
General Surgery1 period
Vascular Surgery1 period
Physical Medicine1 period
Orthopedic Surgery5 periods
Night Shifts1 period
Intensive Care1 period

PGY-2 Rotations

Adult Orthopedic Surgery8 periods
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery2 periods
Spine Surgery2 periods
Research1 period

PGY-3 Rotations

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery4 periods
Trauma Orthopedic Surgery6-9 periods
Sports Orthopedic Surgery3 periods
Community Orthopedic Service3 periods
Oncological Orthopedic Surgery3-4 periods
Spine Surgery2 periods
Upper Limb Orthopedic Surgery3-4 periods
Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgery3-4 periods
Joint Reconstruction Surgery6 periods
Hand Surgery2 periods
Research1 period
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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.