University of Toronto

Program Highlights

Type of curriculum:  Horizontal.

Curricular outline: PGY1 in Toronto at North York Hospital, PGY2 in Midland.

 PGY1 Duration

FM 4 blocks*

ER 1 block

OB/GYN 1 block

PAEDS 1 block

Surgery 1 block

IM 1 block

Hospitalist 1 block

PSY 1 block

Elective 2 blocks

*Blocks: equals 4 weeks

PGY2:  OB, ER Shifts, Inpatient Care, GP Anesthesia, Group/Solo Practice options, Nursing Home Care.

Specialist Preceptors: IM, General Surgery, OB/GYN, Ophthalmology.

Curriculum Comparison Chart

Unique features: Residents manage own roster of ~ 200 patients and other resident’s patients with acute issues, primary care provider in RM clinic, FM inpatients and FM OB, only residents in hospital so more learning opportunities, regional health centre with community feel. FM is the only residency program based in the hospital leading to a 1:1 ratio with staff experiences.

Scholarly activities: Requirement to complete academic project. Formal QI curriculum.

Community Highlights

Recreation: Annual butter tart festival. Local historic site and museums. Outdoor recreation opportunities for boating/ sailing, mountain biking, ice fishing, and cross-country skiing.

Cultural notes: Small town feel in the heart of cottage country with a seasonal influx of people.

Cost of living: 7% higher than the national average.1