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Saskatoon - Anesthesiology

University of SaskatchewanSaskatoon, Saskatchewan
Anesthesiology
CMG Stream
7 Positions
Official Page

The University of Saskatchewan offers a fully accredited 5-year Anesthesiology residency program that provides comprehensive training across multiple hospital sites. The program emphasizes competency-based medical education, research, simulation, and individualized learning experiences for residents.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29929
Quota
7 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 5, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
51 - 75 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

The program follows a Competency-Based Medical Education approach, focusing on individualized learning, progressive independence, and holistic professional development through structured rotations and ongoing assessment.

Training Setting

Training occurs across multiple urban and rural sites in Saskatchewan, including Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon City Hospital, St. Paul's Hospital, Jim Pattison Children's Hospital, and various rural healthcare facilities.

Focus Areas
General Anesthesiology
Pediatric Anesthesia
Obstetrical Anesthesia
Critical Care
Rural Medicine
Special Features
  • Competency-Based Medical Education (CBD) framework
  • Monthly research meetings
  • 5 specialty-specific high-fidelity simulations per year
  • Point-of-care Ultrasound curriculum
  • Robust wellness curriculum
  • Monthly 'Bear Pit' resident-director feedback sessions
  • Protected research time
  • Distributive learning opportunities
Program Strengths
  • Fully Royal College accredited program
  • Strong research infrastructure
  • Comprehensive simulation training
  • Supportive mentorship environment
  • Diverse training sites
  • Emphasis on wellness and professional development
Patient Populations
Adult surgical patients
Pediatric patients
Obstetrical patients
Critical care patients
Rural community patients
Research Opportunities

Research is mandatory, with protected research time, annual research day presentations, and dedicated research support within the department.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Royal University Hospital
  • Saskatoon City Hospital
  • St. Paul's Hospital
  • Jim Pattison Children's Hospital
  • Regina General Hospital
  • Pasqua Hospital
  • Victoria Union Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Community hospital
Rural clinic
Tertiary care center
Enhanced Skills Training
Point-of-care Ultrasound
Research methodology
Simulation training
Wellness curriculum
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 25, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV content
  • Electives performance
  • Casper test
  • Extra-curricular activities
  • Leadership skills
  • Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
  • Personal letter
  • Reference documents
  • Research/publications
  • Academic transcripts
Compensation & Benefits

Saskatchewan provincial salaries

Updated August 24, 2022

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$61,635

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$83,860

PGY-5

Benefits & Perks

Annual vacation: 4 weeks
CMPA dues paid: 100%
Dental plan: 100%
Educational leave: Minimum 7 days with pay, 12 Maximum
Employee Assistance Program: Two programs available through SMA and University of Saskatchewan
Extended health insurance: Blue Cross family coverage, if registered with a Provincial Health Plan
Frequency of call: 1:4 in-house (if in excess of 1:4 paid $196/period from 1700-0800 weekdays and $249 from 0800-0800 weekends)*;1:3 out-of-house
Life insurance: Paid premium, >$100,000 coverage
Long-term disability insurance: Paid premium cost for Disability Insurance
Maternity leave/ Paternity: In conformity with Sask. Labour Standards Act – 17 weeks max maternity leave and up to 35 weeks parental leave.5 paid days paternity (can split the 35 weeks parental leave with mother as desired.)
Meal allowance: n/a
On-Call Stipends: Home Light: per duty period: $72 weekday; $83 weekendIn House: per duty period: $166 weekday; $191 weekendICU/CCU: per duty period: $166 weekday; $191 weekend

... and 5 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 Anesthesia1 block
Off-service rotationsMultiple blocks

PGY-2 Rotations

Off-service rotationsMultiple blocks
Anesthesia rotationsMultiple blocks

PGY-3 Rotations

Anesthesia rotationsMultiple blocks

PGY-4 Rotations

Anesthesia rotationsMultiple blocks

PGY-5 Rotations

Transition to PracticeMultiple blocks
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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.