Western University

Program Highlights

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

Curricular outline:

PGY1: 16 wks FM; 8 wks electives; 4 wks each pediatrics, OB/GYN, general surgery, medicine, medicine geriatrics, medicine selective, palliative care.

PGY2: 11-12 months FM (optional 4 wks FM elective); max 4 half-days/wk longitudinal electives with allied health professionals, family physicians with special interests or focused practices, or specialists (max 8 half-days in any one area).[2]

Unique features:

Cardiac rehabilitation program; GP anesthesia; interdisciplinary clinic, OR assisting, visiting pediatrician, pediatric and adult respirology, endocrinology, orthopedic, dermatology; local general surgeons, internal medicine with cardiology focus, OB/GYN, radiologist; dialysis unit[2].

Research opportunities:

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

Community Highlights

Recreation: Beaches, outdoor recreation (hiking, boating), local cinema.

Cultural notes: “Canada’s Prettiest Town,” home to many summer festivals.[4]

Cost of living: Average cost of living in Goderich is $3,355/mo.; average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment is $1,477/mo.[5]