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Sherbrooke - Oto-rhino-laryngologie et chirurgie cervico-faciale

Université de SherbrookeSherbrooke, Quebec
Oto-rhino-laryngologie et chirurgie cervico-faciale
Regular Stream
2 Positions
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The Otorhinolaryngology (ORL) and Cervicofacial Surgery Residency at Université de Sherbrooke offers comprehensive training in a respectful and stimulating atmosphere, characterized by regional dynamism and beautiful landscapes. The program emphasizes resident autonomy and teamwork, with a faculty dedicated to excellence.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29602
Quota
2 positions
Stream
Regular
Program Length
5 years
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
51 - 75 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

The program focuses on developing competent, self-directed learners who can solve clinical problems, engage in continuous professional development, and provide high-quality patient care through a progressive, competency-based approach.

Training Setting

Training primarily occurs in Sherbrooke, with rotations in urban academic medical centers including CHUS (Hôtel-Dieu and Fleurimont), and additional sites in Montreal and Quebec City.

Focus Areas
Otorhinolaryngology
Cervicofacial Surgery
Pediatric ORL
Neuro-otology
Rhinosinusology
Maxillofacial Trauma
Cochlear Implants
Special Features
  • Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME)
  • Longitudinal program with early operating room access
  • Collaboration with universities of Montreal and Laval
  • Research project requirements
  • Interprovincial training opportunities
Program Strengths
  • 100% Royal College exam pass rate
  • Comprehensive surgical training
  • High pedagogical density
  • Intimate, learner-centered program
  • Strong research component
Patient Populations
Adult ORL patients
Pediatric ORL patients
Maxillofacial trauma patients
Patients requiring cochlear implants
Regional population of approximately 500,000 people
Research Opportunities

Each resident completes at least one original research project and a quality improvement project.

Teaching Hospitals
  • CHUS - Hôtel-Dieu
  • CHUS - Hôpital Fleurimont
  • CHU Sainte-Justine
  • CHUM
  • CHU de Québec-Université Laval
  • Hôpital Ste-Croix de Drummondville
  • Hôpital de Gaspé
  • Hôpital de Gatineau
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
University hospital
Community hospital
Enhanced Skills Training
Neuro-otology
Pediatric ORL
Cochlear Implants
Sinus/Skull Base Surgery
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • 6 février 2026
  • 5 février 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic performance
  • Clinical stage evaluations
  • Reference letters
  • Motivation letter
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Interview performance
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 GÉNÉRALE4 SEMAINESCHUS - HÔTEL-DIEU
PLASTIE8 SEMAINESCHUS - HÔTEL-DIEU
INFECTIOLOGIE4 SEMAINESCHUS - FLEURIMONT
CHIRURGIE VASCULAIRE8 SEMAINESCHUS - HÔTEL-DIEU
NEUROCHIRURGIE8 SEMAINESCHUS - FLEURIMONT
SOINS INTENSIFS CHIRURGICAUX8 SEMAINESCHUS - FLEURIMONTCHUS - HÔTEL-DIEU
MÉTHODOLOGIE DE LA RECHERCHE4 SEMAINESCHUS - HÔTEL-DIEU
ORL8 SEMAINESCHUS

PGY-2 Rotations

DERMATOLOGIE-MOHS4 SEMAINESCHUS - HÔTEL-DIEU
ANESTHÉSIE4 SEMAINESCHUS - FLEURIMONT
CHIRURGIE MAXILLO-FACIALE4 SEMAINESCHUS - HÔTEL-DIEUCLINIQUE DE CHIRURGIE MAXILLO-FACIALE ET D'IMPLANTOLOGIE DE L'ESTRIE
ORL40 SEMAINESCHUS - FLEURIMONT

PGY-3 Rotations

RADIOLOGIE ORL4 SEMAINESCHUS - FLEURIMONT
RADIO-ONCOLOGIE4 SEMAINESCHUS - FLEURIMONT
NEURO-OTOLOGIE8 SEMAINESCHUMCHU DE QUÉBEC-UNIVERSITÉ LAVAL
DISSECTION CADAVÉRIQUEORL4 SEMAINESUQTR
IMPLANTS COCHLÉAIRES4 SEMAINESCHU DE QUÉBEC-UNIVERSITÉ LAVAL
NEURO-OTOLOGIE4 SEMAINESCHUS - HÔTEL-DIEU
LARYNGOLOGIE4 SEMAINESCHUS - HÔTEL-DIEU
PÉDIATRIE8 SEMAINESCHU SAINTE-JUSTINE
RECHERCHE8 À 24 SEMAINESCHUS
OPTION4 à 8 SEMAINESVARIABLE
ORL88 À 104 SEMAINESCHUS
SINUS/BASE DU CRÂNE8 SEMAINESCHU DE QUÉBEC-UNIVERSITÉ LAVAL
PATHOLOGIE ORL4 SEMAINESCHUS - HÔTEL-DIEU
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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.