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Saskatoon - Diagnostic Radiology

University of SaskatchewanSaskatoon, Saskatchewan
Diagnostic Radiology
CMG Stream
6 Positions
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The University of Saskatchewan Diagnostic Radiology program offers a comprehensive 5-year training experience in Saskatoon, emphasizing sound training in general diagnostic imaging. The program provides residents with progressive learning opportunities across four stages: Transition to Discipline, Foundations, Core, and Transition to Practice, with a strong focus on developing competent, well-rounded radiologists.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29233
Quota
6 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

Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) with progressive independence, emphasizing sound training in general diagnostic imaging and developing residents' skills across CanMEDS roles.

Training Setting

Urban medical training environment in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, with multiple hospital sites including Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon City Hospital, St. Paul's Hospital, and Jim Pattison Children's Hospital.

Focus Areas
General Diagnostic Imaging
Interventional Radiology
Nuclear Medicine
Mammography
Obstetrical Ultrasound
Pediatric Radiology
Special Features
  • Competence By Design (CBD) training
  • Weekly academic half day
  • Research project requirements
  • Distributed learning opportunities
  • Conference presentation support
  • Research funding available
Program Strengths
  • Strong faculty-to-resident ratio
  • Comprehensive training across multiple sites
  • Supportive and collegial work environment
  • Distributed learning opportunities
  • Excellent research infrastructure
Patient Populations
Urban populations
Rural Saskatchewan populations
Pediatric patients
Obstetrical patients
Emergency medicine patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are expected to complete two research projects during training, with funding and support available for conference presentations and research.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Royal University Hospital
  • Saskatoon City Hospital
  • St. Paul's Hospital
  • Jim Pattison Children's Hospital
  • Saskatoon Medical Imaging Clinic
  • Saskatoon Wall Street Clinic
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Community hospital
Children's hospital
Private radiology clinics
Enhanced Skills Training
Interventional Radiology
Nuclear Medicine
Mammography
Obstetrical Ultrasound
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 19, 2026
  • January 20, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV
  • Electives
  • CASPer exam
  • 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

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PediatricsBlocks not specified
Radiology Department1 block
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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.