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Sudbury - Family Medicine

NOSM UniversitySudbury, Ontario
Family Medicine
IMG Stream
1 Position

NOSM University's Family Medicine Residency Program in Sudbury offers a comprehensive, community-focused training experience across Northern Ontario. The program emphasizes distributed learning, hands-on clinical experiences, and preparing physicians to serve diverse and underserved communities with a strong commitment to rural and remote medicine.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29342
Quota
1 positions
Stream
IMG
Program Length
2 years
Last Approved
October 20, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
601 +
Avg. Interview Rate
0 - 25 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Utilizing the Triple C competency-based curriculum and CanMEDS-FM roles, the program focuses on comprehensive, community-centered medical education with an emphasis on continuous learning, reflection, and adaptability.

Training Setting

A diverse training environment spanning urban and rural Northern Ontario, with primary training sites in Sudbury including Health Sciences North, community clinics, and various healthcare facilities serving over 600,000 people.

Focus Areas
Rural Medicine
Community-Based Family Practice
Indigenous Health
Distributed Medical Education
Northern Ontario Healthcare
Special Features
  • Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME)
  • Distributed training across multiple sites
  • Financial support for travel and housing
  • Simulation-based learning
  • Scholarly activity opportunities
  • Wellness program
  • Cultural competency training
  • Interprofessional learning experiences
Program Strengths
  • Socially accountable medical education
  • Extensive clinical exposure
  • Strong mentorship model
  • Commitment to northern and rural healthcare
  • Flexible and adaptable training approach
  • High-quality preceptor support
Patient Populations
Urban populations
Rural communities
Indigenous communities
Underserved populations
Francophone populations
Pediatric patients
Geriatric patients
Mental health patients
Research Opportunities

Residents have opportunities to participate in scholarly activities, including research and quality improvement projects, with dedicated tutors and support for disseminating knowledge.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Health Sciences North
  • Sudbury District Health Unit
  • Indigenous Health Centres
  • Francophone Health Centres
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Community hospital
Rural clinics
Urban medical facilities
Enhanced Skills Training
Care of the Elderly
Addictions Medicine
Palliative Care
Women's Health
Sexual Health
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 16, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • NAC examination
  • MCCQE Part I
  • Family Medicine Professional Choices (FMProC)
  • Structured Reference Letters
  • Personal Letter
  • CV/Resume
  • Academic Performance
Compensation & Benefits

Ontario provincial salaries

Updated January 6, 2025

Salary Progression (2-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$73,367

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$79,670

PGY-2

Benefits & Perks

PGY Level: Salary

Compensation data is province-wide and may vary by institution. Please verify with individual programs. Data sourced from CARMS.

Curriculum & Rotations

PGY-1 Rotations

Family Medicine16 weeks
Family Medicine Rural8 weeks
Internal Medicine4 weeks
Emergency Medicine4 weeks
Obstetrics/Women's Health4 weeks
Mental Health4 weeks
Pediatrics4 weeks
Electives8 weeks

PGY-2 Rotations

Family Medicine16 weeks
Family Medicine Rural8 weeks
CARE Selective4 weeks
Internal Medicine4 weeks
Emergency Medicine4 weeks
Obstetrics/Women's Health4 weeks
Surgical Selective4 weeks
Electives8 weeks
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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.