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Toronto - Internal Medicine

University of TorontoToronto, Ontario
Internal Medicine
IMG Stream
12 Positions
Official Page

The Internal Medicine (Core) Program at the University of Toronto is committed to providing residents with the best possible training experience to foster their growth into future internists who are excellent patient-centered clinicians and leaders in social accountability and resource stewardship. The program offers a comprehensive three-year specialty training with opportunities for subspecialty training and research.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29893
Quota
12 positions
Stream
IMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
October 8, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
401 - 600
Avg. Interview Rate
0 - 25 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) using the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada's Competence by Design framework, focusing on progressive learning, frequent formative assessments, and targeted skill development.

Training Setting

Fully integrated urban training program across multiple major hospitals in Toronto, with both academic and community hospital sites, offering diverse clinical experiences.

Focus Areas
Patient-centered care
Social accountability
Resource stewardship
Clinical foundations
Medical leadership
Special Features
  • 4-year Academic half day program
  • Royal College examination preparation
  • Resident Interest Group in Medical Education
  • Resident Interest Group in Social Advocacy
  • Academic half day curriculum tailored to each PGY year
  • Mentorship program
  • Near-peer mentoring
  • Academic advisor coaching
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive training across multiple hospital sites
  • Strong research and scholarly activity support
  • Excellent mentorship infrastructure
  • Commitment to equity and diversity
  • Wellness-focused program
Patient Populations
Diverse urban patient populations
Complex medical cases
Inpatient and ambulatory care patients
Research Opportunities

Residents complete a scholarly project during PGY2-PGY3, with options for clinical, health services, quality and safety, education, and humanities research. Clinician-Scientist and Clinician-Educator programs available.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Sinai Health Systems (Mount Sinai Hospital)
  • St. Michael's Hospital
  • Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
  • University Health Network (Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital and Princess Margaret Hospital)
  • Women's College Hospital
  • Trillium Health Partners (Credit Valley Hospital & Mississauga Hospital)
  • St. Joseph's Health Centre
  • Michael Garron Hospital
  • North York General Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Community hospital
Tertiary care center
Enhanced Skills Training
Clinician-Scientist Training Program
Clinician-Educator Program
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 22, 2026
  • January 23, 2026
  • January 26, 2026
  • January 27, 2026
  • January 28, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Personal letter
  • Reference letters
  • MCCQE Part I
  • NAC examination
  • 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

Base Hospital Rotations9 blocksAssigned base hospital
General Internal MedicineMinimum 15 blocksVarious sites

PGY-2 Rotations

Subspecialty RotationsVariesVarious sites
Scholarly Project1 blockResearch setting

PGY-3 Rotations

Career Choice RotationsVariesPreferred sites
Royal College Examination PreparationOngoingAcademic Half Days
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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.