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Winnipeg - Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology

University of ManitobaWinnipeg, Manitoba
Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology
IMG Stream
1 Position
Official Page

The University of Manitoba's Diagnostic and Molecular Pathology Residency Program is a comprehensive 5-year training program designed to prepare exceptional pathologists. The program offers a welcoming, resourceful environment with a high faculty-to-resident ratio, multiple training sites, and a focus on developing leaders in diagnostic services across Manitoba and Canada.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29965
Quota
1 positions
Stream
IMG
Program Length
5 years
Last Approved
September 10, 2025
Last Updated
December 3, 2025
Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
51 - 200
Avg. Interview Rate
0 - 25 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

The program follows a Competency By Design (CBD) approach, with structured training stages including Transition to Discipline, Foundations, Core, and Transition to Practice, emphasizing individualized training tailored to career goals.

Training Setting

Training occurs across four hospital sites in Winnipeg: Health Sciences Center, Saint Boniface Hospital, Grace General Hospital, and Victoria General Hospital. Residents also have opportunities for elective rotations in Brandon.

Focus Areas
Diagnostic Pathology
Molecular Pathology
Surgical Pathology
Anatomical Pathology
Forensic Pathology
Cytopathology
Pediatric Pathology
Hematopathology
Special Features
  • Annual Research Day
  • Mandatory Scholarly Activities
  • Annual Resident Retreat
  • Competency-based assessments
  • Annual In-Service Exam with digital images
  • Professionalism workshops
  • Safety sessions
  • Quality Assurance and lab management training
  • Simulation Lab sessions
  • Support for conference attendance
  • Out of province/country elective rotations
Program Strengths
  • Royal College fully accredited program
  • High faculty-to-resident ratio
  • Comprehensive training across multiple sites
  • Strong emphasis on scholarly activities
  • Supportive and resourceful learning environment
Patient Populations
Adult patients
Pediatric patients
Medico-legal autopsy cases
Oncology patients
Surgical pathology patients
Research Opportunities

Mandatory scholarly project relevant to Diagnostic & Molecular Pathology, with encouragement to pursue basic research activities during training.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Health Sciences Centre
  • Saint Boniface Hospital
  • Grace General Hospital
  • Victoria General Hospital
  • Westman Regional Laboratory
Training Setting Type
Academic medical centers
Community hospitals
Regional laboratory
Enhanced Skills Training
Community rotations
Out of province/country elective opportunities
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 28, 2026
  • January 29, 2026
  • January 30, 2026
  • January 13, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • CV content
  • Electives
  • Exam results
  • Extra-curricular activities
  • Leadership skills
  • Medical Student Performance Record
  • Personal letter
  • Reference documents
  • Research/Publications
  • Academic transcripts
Compensation & Benefits

Manitoba provincial salaries

Updated July 20, 2023

Salary Progression (5-Year Program)

Starting Salary

$62,663

PGY-1

Maximum Salary

$85,863

PGY-5

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.