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Saskatoon - Obstetrics and Gynecology

University of SaskatchewanSaskatoon, Saskatchewan
Obstetrics and Gynecology
CMG Stream
5 Positions
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The University of Saskatchewan's Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program offers a comprehensive 5-year training experience across multiple hospitals in Saskatchewan. The program focuses on producing well-rounded, socially conscious physicians who are exceptional clinicians, teachers, and researchers in obstetrics and gynecology.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29418
Quota
5 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 9, 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 hands-on experience, critical thinking, and comprehensive patient-focused care.

Training Setting

Distributed learning across multiple urban and community hospitals in Saskatchewan, including sites in Saskatoon, Regina, Prince Albert, and Moose Jaw, with over 10,000 deliveries annually.

Focus Areas
Women's Health Care
Obstetrics
Gynecology
Maternal Fetal Medicine
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Gynecologic Oncology
Special Features
  • Competence By Design (CBD) curriculum
  • Surgical Foundations Program
  • Indigenous Birth Support Workers program
  • Mandatory research project
  • Simulation labs
  • Annual Resident Retreat
  • Protected research time
  • Conference travel funding
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive training across multiple sites
  • Strong emphasis on surgical skills
  • Commitment to diversity and social justice
  • Advanced minimally invasive surgery training
  • Supportive learning environment
Patient Populations
Obstetrical patients
Gynecological patients
High-risk pregnancy patients
Reproductive health patients
Oncology patients
Indigenous patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are required to complete a research project with dedicated research time, support from a Research Committee, and funding for conference presentations.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Jim Pattison Children's Hospital
  • Royal University Hospital
  • Saskatoon City Hospital
  • St. Paul's Hospital
  • Regina General Hospital
  • Victoria Hospital
  • Moose Jaw Union Hospital
Training Setting Type
Tertiary care centers
Community hospitals
Provincial referral centers
Enhanced Skills Training
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Urogynecology
Oncology
Obstetrics
Evaluation Criteria
  • Casper test
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Personal letter
  • Electives performance
  • Reference letters
  • 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

Surgical Foundations15 blocks
Obstetrics
Community Hospital Rotation

PGY-2 Rotations

Core Rotations
Critical Care
ICU
Anesthesia
Trauma

PGY-3 Rotations

Gynecologic Oncology
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Maternal Fetal Medicine
Pathology

PGY-4 Rotations

Community Hospital Rotation
Electives

PGY-5 Rotations

Chief Resident Rotation
Transition to Practice6 blocks
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Program Location
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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.