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Saskatoon - Internal Medicine

University of SaskatchewanSaskatoon, Saskatchewan
Internal Medicine
CMG Stream
15 Positions

The University of Saskatchewan's Internal Medicine residency program offers a comprehensive 4-year training experience focused on developing top-quality internists capable of practicing in diverse settings. The program emphasizes a non-competitive, supportive learning environment with close mentorship and a strong academic curriculum that prepares residents for academic, research, or community-based practice.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29349
Quota
15 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 5, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
401 - 600
Avg. Interview Rate
51 - 75 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) with a focus on progressive independence, supportive learning, and developing well-rounded internists through flexible, comprehensive training.

Training Setting

Training occurs across multiple urban and rural sites in Saskatchewan, including hospitals in Saskatoon, Regina, Prince Albert, and Swift Current, providing diverse clinical experiences.

Focus Areas
General Internal Medicine
Academic Medicine
Community-Based Practice
Research Training
Special Features
  • Distributive learning across Saskatchewan
  • Resident mentorship program
  • Three months of out-of-province elective time
  • Resident research grants
  • Conference presentation funding
  • Annual resident retreat
  • Teaching skills training (TIPS course)
  • RaPID (Resuscitation and Procedural InterDisciplinary) curriculum
  • Simulation training sessions
Program Strengths
  • Collegial and supportive program environment
  • Dedicated staff mentorship
  • Flexible training tailored to career interests
  • Strong research opportunities
  • Comprehensive academic curriculum
  • Competitive resident compensation
  • Multiple subspecialty fellowship options
Patient Populations
Urban patients
Rural patients
Diverse medical complexity
Community hospital patients
Academic medical center patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are expected to complete research projects, with dedicated research facilitators, mentors, and limited funding available to support research initiatives.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Royal University Hospital
  • St. Paul's Hospital
  • Regina General Hospital
  • Pasqua Hospital
  • Victoria Hospital (Prince Albert)
  • Cypress Regional Hospital (Swift Current)
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Community hospital
Rural clinic
Urban hospital
Enhanced Skills Training
General Internal Medicine
Cardiology
Respiratory Medicine
Rheumatology
Nephrology
Medical Oncology
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 27, 2026
  • January 29, 2026
  • January 31, 2026
  • February 2, 2026
  • February 4, 2026
  • February 6, 2026
  • January 9, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Casper test
  • Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
  • Personal letter
  • Reference letters
  • CV/Résumé
  • Academic transcript
  • Interview performance
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

Clinical Teaching UnitMultiple blocks
Coronary Care Unit1 block
Neurology1 block
Selectives2-3 blocks
Emergency Medicine1/2 block

PGY-2 Rotations

ICU2 blocks
General Internal Medicine Surgical Consultation1 block
Subspecialty Selectives7-8 blocks
Electives3 blocks

PGY-3 Rotations

Clinical Teaching Unit Senior
Outpatient Department
Emergency Room Consults
Subspecialty RotationsRoyal University Hospital, St. Paul's Hospital, Regina General Hospital

PGY-4 Rotations

Flexible Rotations
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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.