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Vancouver - Urology
The UBC Department of Urologic Sciences provides a comprehensive 5-year residency training program covering all aspects of urology, including uro-oncology, renal transplantation, endo-urology, pediatric urology, reconstructive urology, urodynamics, and andrology/infertility. The program is known for its high-volume clinical training, strong research opportunities, and excellent pass rates on Royal College examinations.
- Program ID
- 30185
- Quota
- 1 positions
- Stream
- Competitive RoS
- Program Length
- 5 years
- Last Approved
- August 25, 2025
- Last Updated
- December 3, 2025
- Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
- 51 - 200
- Avg. Interview Rate
- 26 - 50 %
Teaching Philosophy
Follows Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada's Competence by Design (CBD) framework, emphasizing progressive skill development, frequent formative assessments, and targeted learning outcomes.
Training Setting
Urban academic medical centers in Vancouver, including multiple teaching hospitals with diverse clinical environments ranging from tertiary care centers to community hospitals.
- Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME)
- Research project support
- Funding for conference attendance
- Surgical loupes and program apparel provided
- Textbooks and journal subscriptions paid
- Laparoscopic simulators provided
- Internal Program SLACK for communication
- High volume of clinical material
- Strong urologic oncology training
- Excellent Royal College exam pass rates
- Comprehensive subspecialty exposure
- Research opportunities
- Supportive departmental infrastructure
Residents conduct ongoing research projects under staff urologists' preceptorship, with active research in multiple subspecialty areas.
- Vancouver Hospital & Health Sciences Centre (VGH Site)
- Vancouver Hospital & Health Sciences Centre (UBC Site)
- St. Paul's Hospital
- Mount St. Joseph's Hospital
- B.C. Children's Hospital
- B.C. Women's Hospital
- B.C. Cancer Agency
- Community Hospitals (Richmond, Lions Gate, Royal Columbian, Surrey, Langley, Peace Arch, Chilliwack, Eagle Ridge, Ridge-Meadows, Abbotsford)
- CV review
- Electives
- Examinations
- Extra-curricular activities
- Leadership skills
- Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
- Personal letters
- Reference documents
- Research/Publications
- Transcripts
British Columbia provincial salaries
Salary Progression (5-Year Program)
Starting Salary
$65,332
PGY-1
Maximum Salary
$91,711
PGY-5
Benefits & Perks
... and 2 more benefits
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.