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Vancouver - Ophthalmology

University of British ColumbiaVancouver, British Columbia
Ophthalmology
CMG Stream
3 Positions
Official Page

The UBC Ophthalmology Residency Program is a comprehensive 5-year training program designed to produce high-quality ophthalmologists with strong clinical, research, and teaching skills. The program follows the Competence by Design (CBD) framework and provides residents with extensive clinical experiences across multiple hospital sites in British Columbia.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29208
Quota
3 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
August 27, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
0 - 25 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-based medical education (CBME) with progressive skill development through four training stages: Transition to Discipline, Core, Foundations, and Transition to Practice.

Training Setting

Urban medical centers in Vancouver and Lower Mainland, with training across multiple hospital sites including academic and community hospitals.

Focus Areas
Ophthalmology
Pediatric Ophthalmology
Surgical Training
Research
Clinical Skills Development
Special Features
  • Competence by Design (CBD) curriculum
  • Clinical Investigator Program option
  • Annual research day participation
  • Resident Research Director support
  • Resident Wellness program
  • Mentorship program
Program Strengths
  • Comprehensive ophthalmology training
  • Strong research infrastructure
  • Multiple training hospital sites
  • Resident wellness support
  • Flexible research opportunities
Patient Populations
Pediatric patients
Adult ophthalmology patients
Emergency ophthalmology patients
Diverse patient populations across Lower Mainland
Research Opportunities

Residents are required to actively participate in research projects, with dedicated research time and support from the Resident Research Director.

Teaching Hospitals
  • British Columbia Children's Hospital
  • St. Paul's Hospital
  • Vancouver General Hospital
  • Mount St. Joseph's Hospital
  • Royal Columbian Hospital
  • Royal Jubilee Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Children's hospital
Community hospital
Tertiary care center
Enhanced Skills Training
Clinical Investigator Program
Research skills development
Teaching skills development
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • February 5, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV review
  • Elective evaluations
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Reference letters
  • Personal letter
  • Interview performance
Compensation & Benefits

British Columbia provincial salaries

Updated July 25, 2023

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$65,332

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$91,711

PGY-5

Benefits & Perks

Annual vacation: 4 weeks
CMPA dues paid: Yes. Mandatory
Dental plan: 100% Premiums Paid
Educational leave: Yes
Extended health insurance: 100% Premiums Paid
Frequency of calls: 1 in 4 onsite/1 in 3 offsite
Life insurance: 100% Premium Paid
Long-term disability insurance: Yes 100% Premiums Paid
Maternity leave: 17 weeks, plus up to 78 weeks Parental Leave
Meal allowance: No
Provincial dues (% of salary): 1.5%
Provincial health insurance: 100% Premiums Paid

... and 2 more benefits

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

Curriculum & Rotations

PGY-1 Rotations

Transition to Discipline1 monthVarious ophthalmology clinics
Non-ophthalmology rotationsVariesMultiple sites

PGY-2 Rotations

Core rotationsVariesMultiple hospital sites
TORIC courseSpecified periodUBC

PGY-3 Rotations

Foundations stage3.5 yearsMultiple specialty clinics
Surgical blocksSpecified blocksOperating rooms

PGY-4 Rotations

Specialty rotationsVariesRetina, cornea, glaucoma, pediatrics, etc.

PGY-5 Rotations

Transition to PracticeFinal yearVarious clinical settings
Fort St. John rotationMandatory rotationFort St. John
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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.