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Thunder Bay - Urology

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

The NOSM University Urology Residency Program offers a comprehensive 5-year training experience focused on competence by design (CBD) model. Located in Thunder Bay, the program provides unique opportunities for residents to train in Northern Ontario, with exposure to diverse patient populations and specialized rotations through partnerships with the University of Toronto.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29451
Quota
2 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 24, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
0 - 50
Avg. Interview Rate
76 - 100 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competence by Design (CBD) model of training, with a focus on hands-on learning, progressive independence, and comprehensive exposure to urology across diverse clinical settings.

Training Setting

Primary training site is Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC), with specialized rotations in Toronto. Residents also participate in regional outreach to communities like Kenora, Dryden, and Fort Frances.

Focus Areas
Urology
Rural medicine
Northern healthcare
Indigenous healthcare
Community-based practice
Special Features
  • Early surgical skill training
  • 24-hour in-hospital access to full body cadavers
  • Distributed medical education model
  • Inter-institutional training with University of Toronto
  • Regional outreach experiences
  • Funding for research and professional development
  • Financial support for travel to clinical placements
Program Strengths
  • Unique distributed medical education model
  • Strong focus on rural and northern healthcare
  • Comprehensive surgical training
  • Exposure to diverse patient populations
  • Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
Patient Populations
Northern Ontario residents
Indigenous communities
Rural populations
Pediatric patients
Transplant patients
Research Opportunities

Dedicated research blocks in PGY2, PGY3, and PGY4, with funding and expert guidance available for research projects.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
  • University of Toronto hospitals
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Community hospitals
Regional medical centers
Enhanced Skills Training
Pediatric urology
Transplant urology
Fertility medicine
Research training
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • Sunday, February 10, 2026
  • February 7, 2026
  • February 8, 2026
  • February 10, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV and academic background
  • Elective experiences
  • Reference letters
  • Personal letter
  • Interview performance
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

Pediatrics Urology2 blocksToronto
General Surgery3 blocksThunder Bay
Vascular2 blocksThunder Bay
ER Trauma1 blockThunder Bay
Urology3 blocksThunder Bay
ICU2 blocksThunder Bay

PGY-2 Rotations

Research1 blockThunder Bay
Nephrology/Transplant1 blockThunder Bay
Vascular1 blockThunder Bay
Urology8 blocksThunder Bay
Fertility1 blockToronto
Transplant1 blockToronto

PGY-3 Rotations

Research1 blockThunder Bay
Pediatrics Urology1 blockToronto
Urology Clinic1 blockThunder Bay
Urology10 blocksThunder Bay

PGY-4 Rotations

Research1 blockThunder Bay
Elective1 blockThunder Bay
Urology Clinic1 blockThunder Bay
Urology10 blocksThunder Bay

PGY-5 Rotations

Urology13 blocksThunder Bay
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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.