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[miacomet]

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I know it's pretty hard to get an EM job in Canada, but I was wondering if anyone had any advice. I do have 5 years of GME training which I know is a barrier for some.

Anyone on who has experience or knowledge in this area? Thanks.

 

[The White Coat Investor]

One word...Squamish.

Seriously. Without that 5 year barrier, I might be a Canadian.

 

[MechEDoc]

Girl friend is Canadian. I only have 3 years of training. Given the way the entire health care system is going in the US, I'd strongly consider Canada if it weren't for the training requirements.

 

[Birdstrike]

I know it's pretty hard to get an EM job in Canada, but I was wondering if anyone had any advice. I do have 5 years of GME training which I know is a barrier for some.

Anyone on who has experience or knowledge in this area? Thanks.

Someone on this forum moved up there. Who was it?
Was is @Old_Mil ? I can't remember. They probably could answer a ton of your questions.

 

[coachB]

I know it's pretty hard to get an EM job in Canada, but I was wondering if anyone had any advice. I do have 5 years of GME training which I know is a barrier for some.

Anyone on who has experience or knowledge in this area? Thanks.

I don't have any in depth experience but I looked into it a bit as my wife is Canadian. The 5 years of ACGME training is the main obstacle for most, including myself. If I could get licensed in BC, I would think very seriously about making a move there. In general, there seem to be plenty of available jobs. Any idea what part of the country you're interested in? Things will vary considerably by province. Pay is probably a bit less, especially with the current exchange rate, but not bad at all. Much less documentation and patient satisfaction BS. Lots of problems with boarding and long waits. Likely will see significantly more pph but it's easier to do.

 

[miacomet]

Thanks everyone! I hope someone who has made the move chimes in. As I said, I happen to have 5 years of ACGME training (4 year residency and then one year of ACGME fellowship), so it's unlikely that will be an issue for me as long as they accept the fifth year. I realize BC will be a tough market, so I've also made enquires in several other provinces.

Thank you for all the responses- keep them coming!

 

[TheKMan1]

Thanks everyone! I hope someone who has made the move chimes in. As I said, I happen to have 5 years of ACGME training (4 year residency and then one year of ACGME fellowship), so it's unlikely that will be an issue for me as long as they accept the fifth year. I realize BC will be a tough market, so I've also made enquires in several other provinces.

Thank you for all the responses- keep them coming!

Enlighten me as I'm a naive EM applicant...basically canada requires 5 years of post-MD training if you're an American trying to practice in Canada? Why would they care? If you're a board-certified EP in the states they actually differentiate based on how long your residency + fellowship is?

 

[Apollyon]

Enlighten me as I'm a naive EM applicant...basically canada requires 5 years of post-MD training if you're an American trying to practice in Canada? Why would they care? If you're a board-certified EP in the states they actually differentiate based on how long your residency + fellowship is?

I had a post all set up about this, and, then, I went to the provincial website for Alberta. I am an IMG that is ABMS boarded. I did 4 years of residency. It looks like I might be able to get in. I have been looking for a length of training (this "5 years"), and I do recall hearing about that in the past, but I do not see any specific time now.

However, for the OP, what is the best thing? Call the office. I don't know which province interests you, but I am quite confident that, whomever it is that you reach, the conversation will be cordial and professional, and won't leave you drained like calling ABEM or the ECFMG or FCVS.

 

[bravotwozero]

To my knowledge, the 5 year thing isn’t across the board in all provinces - it’s mostly BC. Ontario will take you if you’re ABEM certified and did an EM residency in the states. Check with the college of physicians and surgeons of Ontario.


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[miacomet]

Wow. BC got right back to me. Will see if anything appeals. The paperwork is obviously daunting.

 

[coachB]

Wow. BC got right back to me. Will see if anything appeals. The paperwork is obviously daunting.

Did you check out healthmatchbc.org? There are usually a lot of jobs listed and I think they will help you with the licensing process (better learn how to pronounce that properly if you're going to move to Canada).

 

[miacomet]

Did you check out healthmatchbc.org? There are usually a lot of jobs listed and I think they will help you with the licensing process (better learn how to pronounce that properly if you're going to move to Canada).

Wow, lots of listings. Wonder if they are actually real jobs. Way more than in Seattle or Portland.