Max Rady College of Medicine

Pediatrics Residency

Welcome to the Pediatrics Residency Program at the University of Manitoba, where your journey to becoming a compassionate and skilled pediatrician begins. In our program, you’ll immerse yourself in the diverse care and treatment of children from various backgrounds, including urban, rural, immigrant, refugee, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities. With hands-on experiences and supportive mentorship, you will develop the expertise needed to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and their families.

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    Department

    • Department of Pediatrics and Child Health

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    CaRMS match

    • R-1 (Main Residency Match)

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    Accreditation

    • Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)

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    Expected duration

    • 4 years

Breadth of study

In our Pediatrics Residency, you'll experience a comprehensive education covering the full spectrum of pediatric care. Gain valuable hands-on experience in wards, intensive care units, neonatal units, and various subspecialties. This exposure will enhance your learning and broaden your perspective in pediatric medicine.

Diverse environments

Experience the rewarding opportunity of practicing pediatrics in a range of settings, from large urban hospitals to small rural clinics. Our program includes rotations in Brandon and Thompson, where you’ll connect with pediatric patients in different environments. This diversity prepares you to meet the unique challenges and opportunities in various healthcare settings, enriching your training and personal growth. With a catchment area that covers all of Manitoba, Eastern Saskatchewan, the Kivalliq Region of Nunavut, and Northwestern Ontario, you’ll encounter a wide array of clinical cases in both urban centers and remote northern communities.

Faculty excellence

At the heart of our program is a dedicated team of exceptional faculty and attending physicians who are committed to your success. You will work closely with these experts in pediatrics, gaining insights from their wealth of knowledge and experience. Incoming residents are matched with three mentors—a resident mentor, a faculty mentor, and a research mentor—who will guide you throughout your residency journey. With their support, you will navigate your training with confidence and build a strong foundation for your future career.

Pediatric subspecialty training programs

At the University of Manitoba, we provide a range of pediatric subspecialty training programs designed to deepen your expertise and expand your career opportunities. Explore specialized fields such as allergy and immunology, emergency medicine, hematology and oncology, child development, respirology, infectious diseases, neonatology, and genetics. Each program offers unique learning experiences and mentorship, allowing you to tailor your training to align with your interests and aspirations in pediatric medicine. 

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Children smiling.
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toddler with a cleft palate.

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

Pediatrics and Child Health
CE-208 Children's Hospital, Health Sciences Centre
840 Sherbrook Street
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3A 1S1 Canada

dyoung4@hsc.mb.ca
204-787-8020
204-787-4807