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Québec - Neurochirurgie

Université LavalQuébec, Quebec
Neurochirurgie
Regular Stream
1 Position
Official Page

The Université Laval Neurosurgery Residency Program is a 6-year Competence by Design (CBD) program. The first year and a half is joint with the Surgical Foundations program. The program offers all neurosurgical subspecialties and focuses primarily at the Hôpital Enfant-Jésus, with pediatric neurosurgery at CHUL.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29230
Quota
1 positions
Stream
Regular
Program Length
6 years
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
76 - 100 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competence-based medical education focused on progressive independence, interpersonal skills, clinical competence, and research capabilities. Emphasizes teamwork, leadership, and a balance between personal and professional development.

Training Setting

Primary training at CHU de Québec-Hôpital Enfant-Jésus in Quebec City, with pediatric neurosurgery training at CHUL. The service operates 2-4 operating rooms daily with an impressive technological infrastructure.

Focus Areas
Neurosurgical Oncology
Spine Surgery
Peripheral Neurosurgery
Vascular Neurosurgery
Functional Neurosurgery
Pediatric Neurosurgery
Special Features
  • One month of research per year
  • Academic half-day every Friday
  • Cadaver surgical approach laboratory in summer
  • Interprovincial francophone curriculum
  • Encourages academic project development
  • Possibility of micro-program in pedagogy
  • Clinician-researcher program option
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive neurosurgical training
  • Strong academic focus
  • Interprovincial francophone curriculum
  • Emphasis on research and scholarly activities
  • Balanced approach to professional development
Patient Populations
Neurosurgical oncology patients
Spine and peripheral nerve patients
Vascular neurosurgery patients
Pediatric neurosurgery patients
Functional neurosurgery patients
Research Opportunities

Residents have one month of research per year and are encouraged to develop academic projects, including potential micro-programs, clinician-researcher programs, or master's degrees.

Teaching Hospitals
  • CHU de Québec-Hôpital Enfant-Jésus
  • CHUL
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary care center
Enhanced Skills Training
Potential micro-program in pedagogy
Clinician-researcher program
Master's degree opportunities
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • 28 janvier 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic record (15%)
  • Academic performance (10%)
  • Clinical rotations (35%)
  • Interview (30%)
  • Reference and presentation letters (10%)
Compensation & Benefits

Quebec provincial salaries

Updated September 9, 2022

Salary Progression (6-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$49,258

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$74,758

PGY-6

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

Chirurgie générale1 périodeHEJ
Vasculaire1 périodeHSFA
Plastie1 périodeHEJ
Introduction à la chirurgie1 périodeUniversité Laval
Cardiologie1 périodeHEJ
Soins intensifs2 périodesHEJ
Neurochirurgie-fondement2 périodesHEJ
Infectiologie1 périodeHEJ
Anesthésie1 périodeHEJ
Urgence1 périodeHEJ
Stage de Nuit1 périodeHEJ

PGY-2 Rotations

Neurologie3 périodesHEJ
Neuroradiologie (TDM)2 périodesHEJ
Neurochirurgie fondements2 périodesHEJ
Neurochirurgie6 périodesHEJ

PGY-3 Rotations

Neurochirurgie9 périodesHEJ
Recherche1 périodeHEJ
Neuroradiologie (IRM)1 périodeHEJ
Neurochirurgie pédiatrique2 périodesCHUL
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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.