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Québec - Ophtalmologie

Université LavalQuébec, Quebec
Ophtalmologie
Regular Stream
3 Positions
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The Université Laval Ophthalmology Residency Program is a comprehensive 5-year training program designed to develop expert ophthalmologists. The program offers extensive clinical and surgical training across various ophthalmological subspecialties, with a strong emphasis on medical expertise, research, and professional development.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29840
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 comprehensive, progressive learning approach emphasizing clinical skills, surgical techniques, medical knowledge, and professional competencies through structured clinical rotations, theoretical courses, and research opportunities.

Training Setting

Training primarily occurs at CHU de Québec's University Ophthalmology Center (CUO) at Saint-Sacrement Hospital, with potential rotations at regional hospitals and affiliated healthcare centers in Quebec.

Focus Areas
Ophthalmology
Pediatric Ophthalmology
Neuro-ophthalmology
Cornea
Retina
Glaucoma
Oculoplastics
Strabismus
Ocular Oncology
Uveal Diseases
Special Features
  • Annual Research Day (JARO)
  • Protected research time
  • Experimental surgery simulation curriculum
  • Stanford Bay Area Ophthalmology Course
  • Lancaster Course in Ophthalmology
  • TORIC Basic Sciences Course
  • Competence by Design (CBD) evaluation method
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive 5-year training program
  • Strong research component
  • Diverse clinical rotation experiences
  • Exposure to multiple ophthalmological subspecialties
  • Advanced surgical training
Patient Populations
Pediatric patients
Adult ophthalmology patients
Patients requiring specialized eye surgeries
Patients with complex ocular conditions
Research Opportunities

Residents must complete at least one research project, which should be presented at the Annual Ophthalmology Research Day (JARO) and potentially submitted for national conference presentation or publication.

Teaching Hospitals
  • CHU de Québec - Centre universitaire d'ophtalmologie (CUO)
  • Hôpital du Saint-Sacrement
  • Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus
  • CHUL-CMES
  • Centre hospitalier régional de Rimouski
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
University hospital
Regional healthcare centers
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • 19 janvier 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic performance
  • Clinical evaluations
  • OKAP examination
  • Oral examinations
  • Competence by Design (CBD) assessment
  • Research project
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

Transversal Skills Initiation1 period
Basic Sciences Course (TORIC)1 periodUniversity of Toronto
Dermatology1 period
Neurology1 period
ORL1 period
General Ophthalmology2 periods
Plastic Surgery1 period
Night Stage1 period
Medical Teaching and Consultations2 periods
Emergency1 period
Ophthalmology Emergency1 period

PGY-2 Rotations

Ophthalmology Emergency4 periods
General Ophthalmology3 periods
Pediatric Ophthalmology1 period
Cornea4 periods
Neuroradiology1 period

PGY-3 Rotations

Retina/Uveitis/Ocular Oncology3 periods
Neuro-ophthalmology/Oculoplastics/Adult Strabismus3 periods
Glaucoma3 periods
Pediatric Ophthalmology3 periods

PGY-4 Rotations

Cataract Surgery6 periods
Retina/Ocular Oncology/Uveitis3 periods
General Ophthalmology Outside Academic Setting1 period
Elective Rotations2 periods

PGY-5 Rotations

Clinical and Surgical ExperienceFull year
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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.