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Québec - Pathologie diagnostique et moléculaire

Université LavalQuébec, Quebec
Pathologie diagnostique et moléculaire
Regular Stream
2 Positions
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The Université Laval Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology Residency Program is a comprehensive 5-year training program that prepares residents to become competent pathologists. The program offers extensive exposure to a wide range of pathology subspecialties, with a focus on developing autonomous diagnostic skills and providing individualized training across various pathology domains.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29227
Quota
2 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

The program follows a Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) model with progressive independence, focusing on developing residents' clinical skills through structured stages: Progression towards the Discipline, Acquisition of Discipline Foundations, Mastery of Discipline, and Transition to Practice.

Training Setting

Training occurs across multiple university hospitals in Quebec City, including the Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Québec, which comprises five university hospitals and the Institut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de Québec.

Focus Areas
Surgical Pathology
Cytopathology
Autopsy Pathology
Molecular Pathology
Forensic Pathology
Pediatric Pathology
Gynecologic Pathology
Oncologic Pathology
Hematopathology
Dermatopathology
Pulmonary Pathology
Cardiovascular Pathology
Genitourinary Pathology
Digestive Pathology
Neuropathology
Special Features
  • Daily case correction sessions
  • Individual teaching
  • Rapid autonomy development
  • Frequent feedback from pathologists
  • Flexible rotation selection
  • Two formative Royal College exams per year
  • Weekly clinicopathological correlation sessions
  • Active multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Research project participation required
  • Mixed residency/Master's or PhD programs encouraged
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive training across multiple pathology subspecialties
  • Large case volume
  • Extensive teaching faculty
  • Strong research opportunities
  • Individualized training approach
  • Preparation for Royal College certification
Patient Populations
Adult patients
Pediatric patients
Oncology patients
Surgical patients
Forensic cases
Research Opportunities

Residents are required to participate in a short or long-term research project, with encouragement for mixed residency/Master's or PhD programs.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Hôtel-Dieu de Québec
  • Hôpital Saint-François d'Assise
  • Centre Hospitalier de l'Université Laval
  • Hôpital du Saint-Sacrement
  • Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus
  • Institut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de Québec
  • Centre Hospitalier Régional de Rimouski
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
University hospitals
Regional hospital
Enhanced Skills Training
Molecular diagnostics
Research methodology
Clinical consultation
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • 19 janvier 2026
  • 20 janvier 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Personal letter
  • Medical school transcript
  • Interview performance
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

Introduction to Pathology2 blocksCHU de Québec
Clinical Foundations5 blocksVarious hospitals
Pathology Foundations2 blocksCHU de Québec

PGY-2 Rotations

Surgical PathologyMultiple blocksCHU de Québec

PGY-3 Rotations

General Pathology2 monthsCentre Hospitalier Régional de Rimouski

PGY-4 Rotations

Subspecialty PathologyMultiple blocksCHU de Québec

PGY-5 Rotations

Transition to Practice3-6 monthsCHU de Québec
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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.