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Québec - Urologie

Université LavalQuébec, Quebec
Urologie
Regular Stream
2 Positions
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The Université Laval Urology Residency Program is a comprehensive 5-year training program designed to develop competent urological specialists. The program focuses on progressive skill acquisition, theoretical knowledge, and practical surgical techniques, with an emphasis on patient-centered care and comprehensive medical expertise.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29561
Quota
2 positions
Stream
Regular
Program Length
5 years
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
76 - 100 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-based medical education focusing on progressive skill development, patient-centered care, and comprehensive medical expertise through structured clinical rotations and theoretical learning.

Training Setting

Urban medical training environment in Quebec City, with multiple affiliated hospitals including CHU de Québec, community clinics, and regional healthcare centers.

Focus Areas
Urology
Surgical Foundations
Pediatric Urology
Surgical Skills
Clinical Competence
Special Features
  • Competence by Design (CBD) curriculum
  • Weekly theoretical teaching sessions
  • Simulation training
  • Case discussions
  • Morbidity-mortality conferences
  • Research opportunities
  • Regional training stages
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive 5-year training program
  • Multiple affiliated training sites
  • Strong theoretical and practical curriculum
  • Emphasis on surgical skills
  • Research integration
Patient Populations
Adult urology patients
Pediatric urology patients
Surgical patients
Oncology patients
Research Opportunities

Three dedicated research periods in the second year, with opportunities for research involvement throughout the program.

Teaching Hospitals
  • CHU de Québec: CHUL
  • CHU de Québec: Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus
  • CHU de Québec: Hôtel-Dieu de Québec
  • CHU de Québec: Hôpital St-François d'Assise
  • Clinique d'urologie Berger
  • CSSS des Îles
  • Institut de réadaptation et de déficience physique de Québec
  • Hôtel-Dieu de Lévis
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
University hospital
Community hospital
Regional healthcare center
Enhanced Skills Training
Surgical skills
Pediatric urology
Regional training opportunities
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • 30 janvier 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic performance
  • CV
  • Interview
  • Support letters
  • Clinical stage evaluations
  • CanMEDS objectives
  • Written exams
  • Oral exams
  • Seminar presentations
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

Anesthesia-Resuscitation1 period
Night Stage1 period
General Surgery3 periods
Infectiology1 period
Introduction to Surgical Principles1 period
Surgical Simulation Anatomy and Laparoscopy1 period
Urology4 periods
Emergency1 period

PGY-2 Rotations

Vascular Surgery1 period
Gynecology1 period
Research3 periods
Intensive Care2 periods
Urology5 periods
Kidney Transplant1 period

PGY-3 Rotations

Urology13 periods

PGY-4 Rotations

Urology13 periods
Pediatric Urology5 periods

PGY-5 Rotations

Urology13 periods
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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.