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British Columbia:
There are two pathways for D.O. registration in British Columbia. The first recognizes the COMLEX examinations and two years of AOA certified post-graduate training. The D.O. has a limited license, and is restricted to a practice of musculoskeletal medicine. This pathway is primarily intended for the D.O. that wishes to establish an OMT focused practice. The second pathway requires completion of the MCC examinations and two years of a ACGME residency program. The D.O. will then receive an unrestricted license.
Alberta:
The D.O. candidate is required to complete the MCC examinations, AOA certified residencies are recognized. There has been informal interest expressed in considering the COMLEX as an alternative to the MCC examinations.
Saskatchewan:
A board exists separate from the provincial College for the registration of D.O.'s, although it has not been active for many years. D.O.'s are registered by the board to practice "osteopathy", although that is not clearly defined.
Manitoba:
As of 2002, American-trained D.O.'s are eligible for registration in Manitoba.
Ontario:
Since 2003, the College of Physicians and Surgeons have recognized the American DO degree as equivalent to that of an American MD. Additionally, the COMLEX examinations are recognized if performed after 2004 when the PE component was introduced with part II. The same criteria apply to the USMLE. ACGME accredited residencies are recognized although AOA accredited residencies are not. Additionally, there is a "Practice Assessment" pathway for applicants with at least five years of clinical practice experience.
Quebec:
American-trained D.O.'s have been eligible for registration in Quebec for approximately 30 years, although the requirement that the candidate pass a French language proficiency examination has had a negative impact. Additionally, the Candidate must complete one year of post-graduate training in the province, although this can be at the fellowship level. MCC certification and Royal college certification are not necessary. Unfortunately, the title protection that exists for M.D.'s does not exist for D.O.'s with the result that the title use is not restricted in that province.
New Brunswick:
D.O.'s are eligible for full registration in New Brunswick. One pathway extends reciprocity to a D.O. with Maine licensure.
Nova Scotia:
As of 2002, full registration for D.O.'s is extended in the same way as for an American trained M.D.
Prince Edward Island:
At the moment, PEI is the only Canadian province without a current or anticipated registration pathway for American-trained Osteopathic physicians.
Newfoundland:
As of 2002, the College has committed itself to seeing that the government establishes a registration pathway for American-trained D.O.'s, although it is anticipated that this may take a couple of years.
Territories (Yukon, Northwest, Nunavut):
In most instances, the Territories will grant registration to any physician that qualifies for licensure in any other province.
Armed Services:
American-trained D.O.'s are eligible for service with the Canadian Armed Services, including scholarship opportunities, recruitment bonuses.
This information comes from the Canadian Osteopathic Association:
http://www.osteopathic.ca/Osteopathic%20Practice%20in%20Canada.doc
There are two pathways for D.O. registration in British Columbia. The first recognizes the COMLEX examinations and two years of AOA certified post-graduate training. The D.O. has a limited license, and is restricted to a practice of musculoskeletal medicine. This pathway is primarily intended for the D.O. that wishes to establish an OMT focused practice. The second pathway requires completion of the MCC examinations and two years of a ACGME residency program. The D.O. will then receive an unrestricted license.
Alberta:
The D.O. candidate is required to complete the MCC examinations, AOA certified residencies are recognized. There has been informal interest expressed in considering the COMLEX as an alternative to the MCC examinations.
Saskatchewan:
A board exists separate from the provincial College for the registration of D.O.'s, although it has not been active for many years. D.O.'s are registered by the board to practice "osteopathy", although that is not clearly defined.
Manitoba:
As of 2002, American-trained D.O.'s are eligible for registration in Manitoba.
Ontario:
Since 2003, the College of Physicians and Surgeons have recognized the American DO degree as equivalent to that of an American MD. Additionally, the COMLEX examinations are recognized if performed after 2004 when the PE component was introduced with part II. The same criteria apply to the USMLE. ACGME accredited residencies are recognized although AOA accredited residencies are not. Additionally, there is a "Practice Assessment" pathway for applicants with at least five years of clinical practice experience.
Quebec:
American-trained D.O.'s have been eligible for registration in Quebec for approximately 30 years, although the requirement that the candidate pass a French language proficiency examination has had a negative impact. Additionally, the Candidate must complete one year of post-graduate training in the province, although this can be at the fellowship level. MCC certification and Royal college certification are not necessary. Unfortunately, the title protection that exists for M.D.'s does not exist for D.O.'s with the result that the title use is not restricted in that province.
New Brunswick:
D.O.'s are eligible for full registration in New Brunswick. One pathway extends reciprocity to a D.O. with Maine licensure.
Nova Scotia:
As of 2002, full registration for D.O.'s is extended in the same way as for an American trained M.D.
Prince Edward Island:
At the moment, PEI is the only Canadian province without a current or anticipated registration pathway for American-trained Osteopathic physicians.
Newfoundland:
As of 2002, the College has committed itself to seeing that the government establishes a registration pathway for American-trained D.O.'s, although it is anticipated that this may take a couple of years.
Territories (Yukon, Northwest, Nunavut):
In most instances, the Territories will grant registration to any physician that qualifies for licensure in any other province.
Armed Services:
American-trained D.O.'s are eligible for service with the Canadian Armed Services, including scholarship opportunities, recruitment bonuses.
This information comes from the Canadian Osteopathic Association:
http://www.osteopathic.ca/Osteopathic%20Practice%20in%20Canada.doc
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I thought it was quite clear that registration in those provinces meant the ability to practice as an MD would.
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