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| School | Faculty of Medicine at the University of Calgary | | |
| Location | Calgary, AB, Canada | | |
| School Type | Medical School | | |
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| Degree | Not Applicable | | |
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| Length | 5 Year(s) | | |
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| Prerequisites Notes | To be eligible to participate in the Canadian Resident Matching Service you must be either a medical student or graduate having obtained or obtaining a medical degree by July 1 from a Liaison Committee on Medical Education / Committee on Accreditation on Canadian Medical Schools (LCME/CACMS) accredited school, a school of osteopathic medicine or an international medical school.
Candidates must provide an academic record, personal letter, and three reference letters from physicians, including at least two from specialists in general surgery, to be forwarded directly to our office by the reference writers. Specific comments related to ability, interpersonal skills and interest in surgery are helpful. Research background, experience in surgery, past experience, future goals and aspirations are considered.
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| Description | The five-year general surgery program at the University of Calgary is designed to meet the objectives of core training in surgery and to provide for broad-based training in the specialty of general surgery. Concentrations are offered in: colorectal surgery, paediatric surgery, oncology, thoracic surgery, and vascular surgery.
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*We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.