Western University

Program Highlights

Type of curriculum: PGY1 block based, PGY2 horizontal.[1]

Curricular outline:

PGY1: 20 wks FM; 4 wks each elective, pediatrics, emergency medicine, OB/GYN, general surgery, medicine, palliative care, medicine selective.

PGY2: 10-12 months FM; 8 weeks elective(s); max 4 half-days/wk longitudinal electives (choices include ED, fracture clinics, endocrine/IM clinics, psychiatry, child mental health, ophthalmology, anesthesia, ENT, FM obstetrics, & allied health professionals).[2]

Unique features:

• Annual Obstetrical Skills Day in November for PGY1 residents.

• Preceptors are highly involved in hospital care as MRP for 65 medicine patients, 60 rehab and continuing care patients, intrapartum obstetrical care with shared on-call for GP obstetrics, and coverage for a busy emergency department.[2]

Scholarly activities:

Mandatory resident research or quality improvement project with option to work with a group of residents.[3]

Community Highlights

Recreation: Fresh water lakes, underground railway outdoor recreation, & 2 nearby provincial parks.[4]

Cultural notes: Various museums, historic Tecumseh Parkway, summer fairs.[5]

Cost of living: Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment is $1,766/mo.[6]

Resident Testimonial