Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Neurosurgery residency program at the University of Saskatchewan aims to provide world-class clinical care, teaching, and research for the people of Saskatchewan. The division consists of multiple neurosurgeons and offers various subspecialty training opportunities with a robust clinical and research environment. The emphasis on research indicates a strong commitment to advancing neurosurgical techniques and patient care.
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurosurgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Division of Neurosurgery has a fully accredited Neurosurgery Residency Program. There is no explicit mention of International Medical Graduates (IMGs), acceptance rates, or visa offerings. More information is needed to determine the IMG friendliness of this program.
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Program Website
Address
103 Hospital Drive, Saskatoon, SK S7N 0W8, Canada
Program Director
Dr. Lissa Peeling
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Current Residents
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The residency program offers postgraduate training in various subspecialties of neurosurgery, including opportunities for enrollment in Master’s, Ph.D., or Post-doctoral fellowship levels. Research opportunities are available in areas such as spinal cord injury, pediatric neurosurgery, degenerative spondylosis, epilepsy surgery, and neurosurgical oncology.
Application
Information about applying for the residency program can be found at https://medicine.usask.ca/residents/pgme-programs.php. Specific deadlines, requirements, and additional materials are not listed in the text.
# of Locations
Residents work at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon and Regina General Hospital in Regina, totaling two locations.
Fellowship
The program offers opportunities for postgraduate training including Master's, PhD, or Post-doctoral fellowship levels. Ongoing research projects in various areas suggest potential for academic and clinical fellowship opportunities.
Resident Life
Overview
The Division of Neurosurgery has a fully accredited Neurosurgery Residency Program with Dr. Lissa Peeling as Program Director and features a robust basic science and clinical research program.
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# of Years of Program
The duration of the residency program is usually five years.
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Salary & Benefits
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Vacation
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