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Thunder Bay - Anesthesiology

NOSM UniversityThunder Bay, Ontario
Anesthesiology
CMG Stream
2 Positions
Official Page

The NOSM University Anesthesiology program offers a comprehensive, competency-based training experience in Northern Ontario. Residents receive exceptional clinical training with a strong focus on active learning, simulation, and exposure to diverse medical settings across the region.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29473
Quota
2 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
November 4, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
26 - 50 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Active learning through problem-based learning, simulation, and competency-based education with frequent feedback and individualized learning plans.

Training Setting

Training occurs primarily in Northern Ontario hospitals, including Health Sciences North in Sudbury, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, North Bay Regional Health Centre, and Sault Area Hospital, with opportunities in 22 affiliated hospitals.

Focus Areas
Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME)
Rural and Remote Medicine
Northern Ontario Healthcare
Distributed Medical Education
Special Features
  • Competency by Design (CBD) curriculum
  • Extensive simulation training
  • Research and scholarly project requirements
  • Mentorship program
  • Advanced certification courses (ACLS, ATLS, NRP)
  • Problem-based learning techniques
  • State-of-the-art simulation center
Program Strengths
  • Small program size allowing close mentorship
  • Rapid integration into healthcare teams
  • Responsive curriculum development
  • Comprehensive exposure to diverse medical settings
  • Strong focus on social accountability
Patient Populations
Urban patients
Rural patients
Remote community patients
Indigenous community patients
Francophone community patients
Research Opportunities

Comprehensive physician-scholar program with structured research milestones, including clinical research, basic sciences research, and quality improvement projects.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Health Sciences North
  • Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
  • North Bay Regional Health Centre
  • Sault Area Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical centers
Community hospitals
Rural hospitals
Enhanced Skills Training
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • Thursday, January 22, 2025
  • Friday, January 23, 2025
  • January 22, 2026
  • January 23, 2026
  • January 22, 2025
  • January 23, 2025
Evaluation Criteria
  • Academic record
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Communication abilities
  • Leadership potential
  • Commitment to lifelong learning
  • Research/scholarly activities
Compensation & Benefits

Ontario provincial salaries

Updated January 6, 2025

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$73,367

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$98,567

PGY-5

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

Summer SeriesInitial intensive program
Foundation Year Rotations

PGY-2 Rotations

Core Rotations

PGY-3 Rotations

Advanced Clinical Rotations

PGY-4 Rotations

Specialized Rotations

PGY-5 Rotations

Transition to Independent Practice
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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.