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St. John's - Orthopedic Surgery

Memorial University of NewfoundlandSt. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Orthopedic Surgery
CMG Stream
3 Positions
Official Page

Memorial University's Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program is a five-year Competence by Design program designed to produce a 'general' orthopedic surgeon. Located in beautiful Newfoundland & Labrador, the program offers a tight-knit resident group, comprehensive training, and a focus on work-life balance in a welcoming environment.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29181
Quota
3 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 4, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
76 - 100 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Follows a longitudinal training model with mixed subspecialty experiences occurring concurrently, emphasizing constant exposure and preventing skill stagnation. Focuses on producing well-rounded practitioners capable of collaboration and cooperation.

Training Setting

Training occurs primarily in St. John's, Newfoundland, across multiple hospital sites including St. Clare's Mercy Hospital, Health Sciences Centre, and Janeway Children's Health and Rehabilitation Centre, with additional community hospital experiences.

Focus Areas
General Orthopedic Surgery
Trauma Surgery
Pediatric Orthopedics
Community Orthopedics
Rural Medicine
Special Features
  • One mandatory three-month rural rotation
  • Three-month elective in PGY 4
  • Opportunity to complete Masters in Clinical Epidemiology
  • Research opportunities with biomechanical lab
  • Team Broken Earth educational collaboration
  • Weekly specialized rounds
  • Monthly journal clubs
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive surgical training
  • Strong research infrastructure
  • Excellent rural medicine exposure
  • Supportive and tight-knit resident community
  • Diverse clinical experiences
Patient Populations
Adult orthopedic patients
Pediatric orthopedic patients
Trauma patients
Rural and community patients
Research Opportunities

Residents participate in Resident Research Day, can engage in independent local research, multi-centre trials, and potentially complete a Masters in Clinical Epidemiology.

Teaching Hospitals
  • St. Clare's Mercy Hospital
  • Health Sciences Centre
  • Janeway Children's Health and Rehabilitation Centre
  • James Paton Memorial Hospital
  • Western Memorial Regional Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Community hospital
Pediatric hospital
Rural clinic
Enhanced Skills Training
Trauma
Arthroplasty
Hand & Wrist
Upper Extremity
Spine
Orthopedic Oncology
Pediatrics
Foot and Ankle
Sports Medicine
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • Monday, January 19, 2026
  • January 19, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic achievement
  • References and CV
  • Scholarly activity interest
  • Extra-curricular interests
  • 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

Adult Orthopaedic Surgery28 weeks (7 blocks)Health Sciences CentreSt. Clare's Mercy Hospital
Neurosurgery12 weeks (3 blocks)Health Sciences Centre
ICU8 weeks (2 blocks)Health Sciences Centre
Night Float4 weeks (1 block)Health Sciences CentreSt. Clare's Mercy Hospital
Adult Orthopaedic Surgery28 weeks (7 blocks)Health Sciences CentreSt. Clare's Mercy Hospital
Community Orthopaedic Surgery12 weeks (3 blocks)At an approved site in NL
Plastic Surgery8 weeks (2 blocks)Health Sciences Centre
Night Float4 weeks (1 block)Health Science CentreSt. Clare's Mercy Hospital
Adult Orthopedic Surgery24 weeks (6 blocks)Health Sciences CentreSt. Clare's Mercy Hospital
Subspecialty Elective12 weeks (3 blocks)At an approved site.
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery12 weeks (3 blocks)Janeway Children's Health andRehabilitation Centre
Night Float4 weeks (1 block)Health Sciences CentreSt. Clare's Mercy Hospital
Adult Orthopedic Surgery36 weeks (9 blocks)Health Sciences CentreSt. Clare's Mercy Hospital
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery12 weeks (3 blocks)Janeway Children's Health andRehabilitation Centre
Night Float4 weeks (1 block)Health Sciences CentreSt. Clare's Mercy Hospital

PGY-3 Rotations

Adult Orthopedic Surgery20 weeks (5 blocks)Health Sciences CentreSt. Clare's Mercy Hospital
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery8 weeks (2 blocks)Janeway Children's Health and Rehabilitation Centre
Night Float4 weeks (1 block)Health Sciences CentreSt. Clare's Mercy Hospital
Emergency Medicine4 weeks (1 block)Health Sciences CentreSt. Clare's Mercy Hospital
General Surgery4 weeks (1 block)Health Sciences Centre(Acute Care Service Team)
Vascular Surgery4 weeks (1 block)St. Clare's Mercy Hospital
Radiology4 weeks (1 block)Health Sciences Centre
Internal Medicine4 weeks (1 block)Site to be determined
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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.