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Winnipeg - Medical Genetics and Genomics
The Medical Genetics and Genomics residency program at the University of Manitoba is designed to train well-rounded geneticists with comprehensive experience in various aspects of genetic medicine. Residents will gain expertise across multiple genetic disciplines, including clinical genetics, laboratory sciences, and genomics, with a focus on developing exceptional communication skills and clinical acumen.
- Program ID
- 29717
- Quota
- 1 positions
- Stream
- CMG
- Program Length
- 5 years
- Last Approved
- September 10, 2025
- Last Updated
- December 3, 2025
- Avg. Applications (5 yrs)
- 0 - 50
- Avg. Interview Rate
- 76 - 100 %
Teaching Philosophy
Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) with a focus on progressive independence, interdisciplinary learning, and achieving comprehensive competencies throughout the 5-year residency.
Training Setting
Centrally located in Winnipeg, with training sites across multiple hospitals and research facilities within a four-block area, including Children's Hospital, Women's Hospital, Psych Health Centre, and General Hospital at the Health Sciences Centre.
- Graduate-level course options
- Potential MSc in Biochemistry and Medical Genetics
- Interdisciplinary training
- Weekly academic teaching
- Scholarly project requirement
- Dedicated research mentorship
- Integrated basic and clinical human genetics training
- State-of-the-art diagnostic genetic laboratory
- Comprehensive clinical experience
- Strong research infrastructure
- Extensive academic resources
Residents can complete a scholarly project and potentially pursue a MSc in Biochemistry and Medical Genetics with dedicated time and mentorship.
- Children's Hospital
- Women's Hospital
- Psych Health Centre
- Health Sciences Centre General Hospital
Interview Dates
- January 19, 2026
- January 20, 2026
- Medical school transcript
- Medical Student Performance Record (MSPR)
- Personal letter
- Reference letters
- Interview performance
- Scholarly activities
Manitoba provincial salaries
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.