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Sherbrooke - Ophtalmologie

Université de SherbrookeSherbrooke, Quebec
Ophtalmologie
Regular Stream
2 Positions
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The Université de Sherbrooke Ophthalmology Residency Program aims to train ophthalmologists with solid foundations in all specialty areas, preparing residents to handle diverse pathologies encountered by general ophthalmologists. The program provides comprehensive training through close interactions with professors and a collegial, supportive environment.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29248
Quota
2 positions
Stream
Regular
Program Length
5 years
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
26 - 50 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

The program emphasizes hands-on learning, daily teaching interactions, and a collegial environment focused on professional development, knowledge sharing, and personal growth.

Training Setting

Training occurs primarily at Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Sherbrooke (CHUS) with additional rotations at CHU Ste-Justine, Axe Visuel/Orion Clinic, and other satellite hospitals in the region.

Focus Areas
General Ophthalmology
Pediatric Ophthalmology
Retina
Glaucoma
Neuro-ophthalmology
Cornea
Oculoplastics
Surgical Techniques
Special Features
  • Protected research periods
  • Close interactions between residents and professors
  • Mandatory wet lab surgical training
  • Toronto Introduction Course (TORIC)
  • Research methodology course
  • Clinical research projects
  • Medical act review project
Program Strengths
  • Small program with personalized training
  • Comprehensive surgical exposure
  • Strong research opportunities
  • Diverse clinical experiences
  • Emphasis on professional development
Patient Populations
Pediatric patients
General ophthalmology patients
Complex ophthalmological conditions
Surgical patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are required to complete at least two research projects during their residency, including a clinical research project and a medical act review project.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Sherbrooke (CHUS)
  • CHU Ste-Justine
  • Axe Visuel/Orion Clinic
  • Centre Hospitalier de la Sagamie
  • Clinique Médicale Dr Michel Giunta
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
University hospital
Specialized clinics
Enhanced Skills Training
Surgical techniques
Research methodology
Clinical reasoning
Laser treatments
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • 21 janvier 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic performance
  • Interview performance
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Reference letters
  • Personal letter
  • Clinical evaluations
  • Research potential
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

Chirurgie plastique1 période
O.R.L.1 période
Recherche1 période
Urgence1 période
Neurologie1 période
Médecine interne1 période
Neuro-radiologie1 période
Maladies infectieuses1 période
Dermatologie1 période
Ophtalmologie générale (incluant le cours TORIC)4 périodes

PGY-2 Rotations

Urgences ophtalmologiques6 périodes
Rétine2 périodes
Ophtalmologie pédiatrique1 période
Cornée et neuro-ophtalmologie2 périodes
Glaucome et neuro-ophtalmologie2 périodes

PGY-3 Rotations

Rétine2 périodes
Glaucome et neuro-ophtalmologie2 périodes
Recherche1 période
Oculoplastie (CHUM)Neuro-ophtalmologie2 périodessimultanée
Cornée2 périodes
Ophtalmologie pédiatrique (CHU Sainte-Justine)Ophtalmologie pédiatrique (CHUS)1 période1 période
Urgences ophtalmologiques2 périodes
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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.