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Toronto - Neuropathology

University of TorontoToronto, Ontario
Neuropathology
CMG Stream
1 Position
Official Page

The University of Toronto Neuropathology Residency Program offers comprehensive training in the tissue diagnosis and study of neurological diseases. The program seeks to equip trainees to become future neuropathology leaders, focusing on developing competent specialists capable of advanced diagnostic and research skills in this complex medical field.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29761
Quota
1 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 8, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
26 - 50 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Follows Royal College Competency By Design framework with progressive training stages: Transition to Discipline, Foundations, Core Training, and Transition to Practice, emphasizing incremental skill development and independent practice readiness.

Training Setting

Urban academic medical centers across multiple hospital sites in Toronto, including University Health Network, Hospital for Sick Children, Unity Health, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, and Mount Sinai Hospital.

Focus Areas
Neuroanatomy
Surgical Neuropathology
Muscle and Nerve Pathology
Autopsy Neuropathology
Forensic Neuropathology
Pediatric Neuropathology
Molecular Pathology
Special Features
  • Competency Based Medical Education (CBME)
  • Interprovincial and international elective opportunities
  • Dedicated research opportunities
  • Digital pathology and telepathology experience
  • Potential for graduate degree pursuit (MSc/PhD)
Program Strengths
  • Largest neuropathology training volume in Canada
  • Extensive educational resources
  • Comprehensive academic curriculum
  • Strong research emphasis
  • Multiple training sites
Patient Populations
Neurology patients
Neurosurgery patients
Pediatric neurology patients
Forensic cases
Autopsy cases
Research Opportunities

Research is emphasized, with opportunities in areas like neurodegenerative diseases, brain tumors, artificial intelligence, and pediatric neuropathology. Trainees may pursue clinical or experimental projects, and some choose to complete graduate degrees.

Teaching Hospitals
  • University Health Network (Toronto General Hospital)
  • The Hospital for Sick Children
  • Unity Health
  • Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
  • Provincial Forensic Pathology Unit
  • Mount Sinai Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary care center
Forensic pathology unit
Enhanced Skills Training
Digital pathology
Telepathology
Potential graduate degree pursuit
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 26, 2026
  • January 27, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV/Research
  • Electives
  • Examinations
  • Extra-curricular activities
  • Leadership skills
  • Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
  • Personal letter
  • Reference letters
  • Academic transcripts
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.

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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.