Frequently Asked Questions - PGME
Are interviews mandatory?
Yes.
Will I be invited for an interview for this residency program?
Yes.
If I choose the University of Ottawa Psychiatry, where will my training take place? Throughout my residency, will I have to chance locations?
Residents rotate through five hospitals: The Royal Ottawa Hospital, The Ottawa Civic Hospital, The Ottawa General Hospital, The Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario and Monfort Hospital. These hospitals are an easy 15 minute drive from each other.
Does the University of Ottawa Psychiatry have Royal College Subspecialty training programs?
Yes, it has three subspecialty programs: child and adolescent psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry and forensic psychiatry.
What is the starting salary of a PGY-1 resident at the University of Ottawa
For information on the starting salary of a PGY-1 Resident, please visit the PARO website - http://www.myparo.ca/
What is living in Ottawa like?
Fun and easy. It is a diverse and safe city with little traffic! The city is riddled with bike paths and within 20 minutes of downtown you can ski, bike, hike, swim or canoe in Gatineau Park. There is a vibrant music scene with a ridiculous number of music festivals during the summer. Ottawa will not disappoint foodies. With only a short drive to Quebec, Toronto and the American border, Ottawa’s central location allows for fun-filled weekend getaways. Ottawa gives you the opportunities found in large metropolitan regions without the constant hustle and bustle.