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Québec - Dermatologie

Université LavalQuébec, Quebec
Dermatologie
Regular Stream
3 Positions
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A comprehensive 5-year Dermatology residency program at Université Laval that follows a Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) approach. The program is designed to train competent dermatologists who can serve as consultants, with a strong focus on developing skills across all CanMEDS roles.

Quick Facts
Program ID
30178
Quota
3 positions
Stream
Regular
Program Length
5 years
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
26 - 50 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) with progressive learning stages focusing on fundamental knowledge, discipline mastery, and transition to practice, emphasizing both clinical skills and CanMEDS roles.

Training Setting

Urban francophone setting in Quebec City, with training across multiple affiliated hospitals including Hôtel-Dieu de Québec, Centre hospitalier Université Laval (CHUL), Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus, and Hôpital du Saint-Sacrement.

Focus Areas
Dermatology
Dermatopathology
Dermatologic Surgery
Pediatric Dermatology
Mohs Surgery
Contact Dermatitis
Special Features
  • Weekly half-day academic sessions
  • Written and oral practice exams twice per year
  • Monthly journal club
  • Monthly patient presentations
  • Research project opportunities
  • Optional elective rotations
  • Rural medicine rotation
  • Resident clinic in final year
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive 5-year training program
  • Strong academic curriculum
  • Diverse clinical exposure
  • Emphasis on CanMEDS roles
  • Research opportunities
  • Francophone urban environment
Patient Populations
Adult dermatology patients
Pediatric dermatology patients
Surgical dermatology patients
Immunology and allergy patients
Rheumatology patients
Research Opportunities

Three possible research periods for completing a scholarly project, subject to program committee approval, available from R2 to R5.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Hôtel-Dieu de Québec
  • Centre hospitalier Université Laval (CHUL)
  • Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus
  • Hôpital du Saint-Sacrement
  • Hôtel-Dieu de Lévis
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
University hospital
Community hospital
Enhanced Skills Training
Dermatologic Surgery
Mohs Surgery
Contact Dermatitis
Pediatric Dermatology
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • 30 janvier 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Interview (50%)
  • Academic record (50%)
  • Clinical evaluations
  • Motivation letter
  • Support form
  • Curriculum vitae
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

General Dermatology2 periods
Internal Medicine7 periods
Vascular Surgery1 period
Pediatrics2 periods

PGY-2 Rotations

General Dermatology7 periods
Dermatologic Surgery2 periods
Immuno-Allergy2 periods
Rheumatology2 periods

PGY-3 Rotations

General DermatologyMultiple periods
Dermatologic Surgery1 period
Contact Dermatitis1 period
Dermatopathology1 period

PGY-4 Rotations

General DermatologyMultiple periods
Dermatopathology1 period

PGY-5 Rotations

General DermatologyMultiple periods
Dermatopathology1 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.