Max Rady College of Medicine

Hematology Residency

Join our Hematology Subspecialty Education Program and receive comprehensive training in clinical hematology, hematopathology, and the management of acute leukemia, lymphoproliferative diseases, and bone marrow transplants. As you rotate through renowned teaching hospitals, you'll sharpen your procedural skills and gain valuable in-patient and out-patient experience. Present alongside leading experts at our Blood Disorder Day conference, and advance your role as an educator, expert, and scholar. With expert guidance and hands-on learning, this program equips you with everything you need to excel in hematology.

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    Department

    • Department of Internal Medicine
    • Section of Haematology/Oncology

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    CaRMS match

    • MSM (Medicine Subspecialty Match)

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    Accreditation

    • Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

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    Expected duration

    • 2 years

Comprehensive training

Our hematology subspecialty education program is designed with your professional growth in mind, adhering to the guidelines set by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. You will dive deep into a broad range of specialties within hematology, gaining expertise in both benign and malignant conditions. Your training will cover areas such as hematopathology, hemostasis, transfusion medicine, pediatric hematology, palliative care, and medical oncology. This comprehensive approach ensures that you’ll be well-equipped to handle complex cases in clinical practice.

Hands-on learning

At our two teaching hospitals—Health Sciences Centre and St. Boniface General Hospital—you’ll participate in both in-patient and out-patient care, managing complex hematologic conditions. You'll also experience out-patient care in malignant hematology at Victoria General Hospital’s Buhler Cancer Center. These rotations give you ample opportunity to master procedural skills such as bone marrow biopsies, lumbar punctures, and intrathecal chemotherapy administration.

In-depth, case-based and clinic-based learning

Your in-patient education will be centered around real-world cases, helping you build confidence in diagnosing, managing, and following up on hematologic disorders. This case-based approach allows you to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting, honing your decision-making skills. In our out-patient clinics, you’ll learn how to manage non-acute cases, focusing on long-term care and patient follow-up. Additionally, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to develop your procedural skills. You’ll perform bone marrow biopsies, lumbar punctures, and administer intrathecal chemotherapy, ensuring you become proficient in essential techniques.

Weekly teaching and program evaluation

Each week, you’ll participate in structured teaching sessions that delve into the most important and relevant topics in hematology. These sessions are designed to give you a deeper understanding of the field and its latest advancements. You’ll also have the opportunity to evaluate both the program and faculty, providing feedback that helps us continuously refine and improve the educational experience. Your insights help ensure the program remains responsive to the needs of future trainees like yourself.

Expand your expertise

Every year, our Blood Disorder Day conference offers you a unique platform to develop as an educator and scholar. You’ll have the chance to present alongside hematology experts while helping to educate primary care physicians and allied health professionals. This invaluable experience enhances your skills in diagnosing and managing hematologic diseases, all while fulfilling your Royal College roles as an educator, expert, and scholar.

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Program details

Complete residency details, including program curriculum, application requirements and selection criteria can be found on the Canadian Resident Matching Service website.

How to apply for residencies

  • To be considered for admission to any residency at the University of Manitoba, you must apply through the Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS).

    CaRMS is a national, independent, not-for-profit, fee-for-service organization that provides a fair, objective and transparent application and matching service for medical training throughout Canada.

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Contact us

Melissa Blonjeaux
Haematology Residency program administrator
GF338-820 Sherbrook Street
University of Manitoba (Bannatyne campus)
Winnipeg, Manitoba  R3A 1R9

mblonjeaux@exchange.hsc.mb.ca
204-787-1103