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Winnipeg - Obstetrics and Gynecology

University of ManitobaWinnipeg, Manitoba
Obstetrics and Gynecology
IMG Stream
1 Position
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A five-year OBGYN residency rooted in surgical excellence, social accountability, and community support. At the University of Manitoba, residents gain clinical confidence to thrive as generalists with advanced skills in high-risk obstetrics and gynecologic surgery within a program that truly knows and supports them.

Quick Facts
Program ID
29503
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
26 - 50 %
Program Overview

Teaching Philosophy

Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) using the CanMEDS framework, with a focus on progressive independence, formative assessments, and developing well-rounded physicians across multiple professional domains.

Training Setting

Urban academic medical centers in Winnipeg, with two primary teaching hospitals: Women's Hospital and St. Boniface General Hospital. Additional community hospital rotations and Northern outreach opportunities.

Focus Areas
High-risk obstetrics
Gynecologic surgery
Reproductive health
Social accountability
Health equity
Trauma-informed care
Special Features
  • Longitudinal Junior Attending Clinic
  • Optional individual laparoscopic trainers
  • Support for resident travel and conferences
  • Protected academic time for exam preparation
  • Reduced call volume with seniority
  • Ongoing mentorship programs
  • Simulation labs
  • Northern clinical exposure
Program Strengths
  • High clinical volume (12,000 deliveries, 4,000 surgeries annually)
  • Strong collaborative program
  • Comprehensive surgical training
  • Commitment to social justice and health equity
  • Early hands-on clinical experience
Patient Populations
High-risk obstetrical patients
Gynecologic surgery patients
Northern and remote community patients
Adolescent gynecology patients
Reproductive health patients
Research Opportunities

Each trainee completes one major research project, with financial support for national/international conference attendance and guidance from a Resident Research Director.

Teaching Hospitals
  • Women's Hospital
  • St. Boniface General Hospital
  • Brandon Community Hospital
  • The Pas Community Hospital
  • Boundary Trails Health Centre
Training Setting Type
Academic medical center
Tertiary care center
Community hospital
Rural clinic
Enhanced Skills Training
Laparoscopic surgery
Reproductive endocrinology
Gynecologic oncology
Urogynecology
Pediatric/adolescent gynecology
Interview Information

Interview Dates

  • January 18, 2026
  • January 19, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
  • Research experience
  • Electives diversity
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Personal letter
  • Reference letters
  • MCCQE Part I
  • NAC examination
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.

Curriculum & Rotations

PGY-1 Rotations

Gynecologic Oncology
Internal Medicine
General Surgery
Emergency Medicine
Obstetrics and Gynecology

PGY-2 Rotations

Core Obstetrics and Gynecology
Rural/Northern Trip1 month

PGY-3 Rotations

Core Obstetrics/Gynecology
Maternal Fetal Medicine
Reproductive Endocrinology
Menopause
Community Rotation

PGY-4 Rotations

Gynecological Oncology3 months
Urogynecology2 months
Pelvic Pain/Sexual Dysfunction1 month
Pediatric/Adolescent Gynecology1 month
Electives

PGY-5 Rotations

Longitudinal Junior Attending ClinicFull year
Royal College Exam PreparationWeeks before exams
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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.