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St. John's - Internal Medicine

Memorial University of NewfoundlandSt. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Internal Medicine
IMG Stream
2 Positions
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Memorial University's Internal Medicine Residency Program offers comprehensive training in a supportive, collegial environment. The program focuses on developing exceptionally competent internists through a Competence By Design curriculum, with a strong emphasis on clinical skills, research, and professional development. Residents benefit from a close faculty-to-resident ratio, diverse clinical experiences, and opportunities for advanced training.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29319
Quota
2 positions
Stream
IMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 5, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
601 +
Avg. Interview Rate
51 - 75 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

The program uses a Competence By Design curriculum with regular clinical coaching, EPA completion tracking, and a focus on progressive skill development across medical expert and CanMEDS roles.

Training Setting

Training occurs primarily at the Health Sciences Centre in St. John's, with additional rotations at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital and other regional hospitals across Newfoundland and Labrador.

Focus Areas
Internal Medicine
Clinical Epidemiology
Medical Education
Quality Improvement
Subspecialty Training
Special Features
  • Masters in Clinical Epidemiology
  • Certificate in Medical Education
  • Competence By Design (CBD) curriculum
  • MUNCAT app for EPA completion
  • Annual resident wellness retreat
  • Research/Scholarship Day
  • Robust simulation curriculum
  • Point of Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) curriculum
  • International elective opportunities
Program Strengths
  • Full Royal College accreditation
  • 3:1 faculty to resident ratio
  • Comprehensive academic teaching program
  • Strong research and scholarly activity support
  • Extensive exam preparation resources
  • Wellness-focused training environment
Patient Populations
Inpatient medicine
Ambulatory care
Critical care
Community medicine
Geriatric patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are required to complete a research or scholarly project, with mentorship, funding for conference presentations, and options for Masters in Clinical Epidemiology.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Health Sciences Centre
  • St. Clare's Mercy Hospital
  • Leonard A. Miller Centre
  • Central Regional Health Care Centre
  • Carbonear General Hospital
  • Western Memorial Regional Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Community hospital
Regional health center
Enhanced Skills Training
Clinical Epidemiology
Medical Education
Point of Care Ultrasound
Quality Improvement
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • Friday, January 23, 2026
  • Friday, January 9, 2026
  • Monday, January 12, 2026
  • January 22, 2026
  • January 23, 2026
  • January 9, 2026
  • January 12, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV review
  • Electives
  • Personal letter
  • Reference letters
  • Leadership skills
  • Research/Publications
  • Academic performance
  • Interview performance
Compensation & Benefits

Newfoundland and Labrador provincial salaries

Updated August 3, 2023

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$69,175

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$90,868

PGY-5

Benefits & Perks

Additional optional benefits: 100% employee paid
Annual vacation: 4 weeks/year
CMPA dues: 100% reimbursement
Conference leave: 7 days/pd
Extended health insurance: Mandatory medical, basic life and AD&Dhttp://www.exec.gov.nl.ca/exec/hrs/working_with_us/employee_benefits.html
Frequency of call: Excess in-hospital call > 7/28 weekday – $225, weekend – $360;Call stipend – $115 Home call > 7/21 – $75;Call stipend – $57.50
Maternity/Paternity leave: Up to One year
Meal allowance: $105 per month
Parking fees: $5/year
Provincial health insurance: Contact Medical Care Plan1-866-449-4459
Resident Student: Full-time status
Sick leave: 1 day per month

... and 1 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

Junior Day Float • 1 block
Cardiology • 1 block
Neurology • 1 block
Ambulatory Clinics • 1 block
CTU Ward Resident • 3 blocks
Internal Medicine Selective • 2 blocksSt. John's hospitals
Elective • 1 block

PGY-2 Rotations

CTU Ward Resident • 3 blocks
Coronary Care Unit (CCU) • 2 blocks
Elective • 1 block
Night Float • 1 block
Ambulatory General Medicine Clinics • 1 block
Medicine Selectives • 2 blocks
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) • 2 blocks
Community Medicine • 1 block

PGY-3 Rotations

Senior Day Float • 1 block
CTU Ward Resident • 3 blocks
Elective • 1 block
Night Float • 1 block
Subspecialty Selective Rotations • 7 blocks
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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.