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Vancouver - Plastic Surgery

University of British ColumbiaVancouver, British Columbia
Plastic Surgery
CMG Stream
2 Positions
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The University of British Columbia Plastic Surgery Residency Program is dedicated to training confident, capable, and well-rounded plastic surgeons. Residents graduate with comprehensive skills to manage the full scope of plastic surgery across diverse clinical sites, supported by a collegial and mentorship-driven learning environment.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29466
Quota
2 positions
Stream
CMG
Program Length
6 years
Last Approved
July 10, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
0 - 25 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Trainee-coach relationship focused on motivated adult learning, emphasizing hands-on clinical experience, progressive responsibility, and continuous feedback through Competency By Design.

Training Setting

Training occurs across multiple urban hospitals and medical centers in Vancouver and British Columbia, including academic medical centers, children's hospitals, and community hospitals.

Focus Areas
Plastic Surgery
Reconstructive Surgery
Burn Reconstruction
Hand Surgery
Pediatric Plastic Surgery
Microsurgery
Cosmetic Surgery
Trauma Surgery
Special Features
  • 5-year comprehensive training program
  • Research project required each year
  • Dedicated research seminar series
  • Monthly journal clubs
  • Academic half-day seminars
  • Conference attendance opportunities
  • Resident Cosmetic Surgery Clinic
  • Elective rotation options
  • Competency By Design curriculum
Program Strengths
  • Strong faculty mentorship
  • Comprehensive surgical exposure
  • Supportive learning environment
  • Excellent research opportunities
  • Diverse clinical training sites
  • High resident-to-faculty ratio
Patient Populations
Adult plastic surgery patients
Pediatric plastic surgery patients
Burn patients
Trauma patients
Hand and microsurgery patients
Cosmetic surgery patients
Reconstructive surgery patients
Research Opportunities

Residents are encouraged to conduct one research project per year, with a focus on clinical research and presentation at UBC Resident Research Day.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Vancouver General Hospital
  • UBC Hospital
  • British Columbia Children's Hospital
  • St. Paul's Hospital
  • Mount St. Joseph's Hospital
  • Kelowna General Hospital
  • Royal Columbian Hospital
  • Lion's Gate Hospital
  • Richmond General Hospital
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Community hospital
Tertiary care center
Pediatric hospital
Enhanced Skills Training
Cosmetic Surgery
Burn Reconstruction
Microsurgery
Pediatric Plastic Surgery
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV review
  • Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
  • Reference letters
  • Personal letter
  • Electives experience
  • Interview performance
  • Leadership skills
  • Research/publications
Compensation & Benefits

British Columbia provincial salaries

Updated July 25, 2023

Salary Progression (6-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$65,332

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$97,877

PGY-6

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

Plastic Surgery2 months
Emergency Medicine1 month
Internal Medicine1 month
Orthopaedics2 months
General Surgery Oncology1 month
General Surgery Trauma1 month
Pediatric Plastic Surgery1 month
Crash Course1 month
Neurosurgery1 month
Vascular1 month
Otolaryngology1 month

PGY-2 Rotations

Intensive Care2 blocks
Burns2 blocks
Oculoplastics1 block
Derm Surgery1 block
Plastic Surgery6 blocks
Community Plastic Surgery1 block

PGY-3 Rotations

Adult Plastic Surgery4 blocks
Burns2 blocks
Pediatric Plastic Surgery1 block
Hand Surgery3 blocks
Elective1 block
Ambulatory1 block
Community Plastic Surgery1 block

PGY-4 Rotations

Elective1 block
Cosmetic Surgery1 block
Adult Plastic Surgery7 blocks
Pediatric Plastic Surgery2 blocks
Plastic Surgery Kelowna (Community)2 blocksKelowna

PGY-5 Rotations

Adult Plastic Surgery9 blocks
Pediatric Plastic Surgery2 blocks
Ambulatory1 block
Transition to Practice1 block
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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.