Program Overview

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Faculty of Medicine

The Faculty of Medicine at Memorial University offers a range of programs for future learners, including admissions, undergraduate medical education, postgraduate medical education, and graduate studies.

Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME)

The UGME program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in medicine. The program consists of four phases:

• Phase 1: Introduction to the fundamentals of medicine
• Phase 2: Clinical sciences and patient care
• Phase 3: Advanced clinical training and preparation for practice
• Phase 4: Final year of study and transition to residency

Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME)

The PGME program offers residency training in a variety of specialties, including:

• Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons
• College of Family Physicians of Canada The program is designed to provide advanced training and preparation for practice in a chosen specialty.

Graduate Studies

The Faculty of Medicine also offers graduate studies programs, including:

• Master's and doctoral degrees in various fields of medicine
• Specialized training in research and academic medicine

Research

The Faculty of Medicine is committed to research and scholarship, with a focus on:

• Clinical research
• Basic sciences research
• Translational research
• Interdisciplinary research collaborations

Career Advising

The Faculty of Medicine offers career advising and support to students, including:

• Introduction to career options in medicine
• Phase 1: Career exploration and planning
• Phase 2: Career development and specialization
• Phase 3: Early MATCH preparation and CaRMS application
• Phase 4: Final year of study and transition to practice

Learner Well-Being and Success

The Faculty of Medicine is committed to supporting the well-being and success of its learners, with a focus on:

• Mental health and wellness
• Physical health and wellness
• Academic support and resources
• Career advising and planning

Distributed Medical Education

The Faculty of Medicine offers distributed medical education programs, including:

• Clinical training in rural and remote communities
• Elective opportunities in a variety of settings
• Support for learners in distributed sites

Faculty Affairs

The Faculty of Medicine is committed to supporting its faculty members, with a focus on:

• Faculty development and mentoring
• Research and scholarship
• Clinical practice and teaching
• Administrative support and resources

Finance

The Faculty of Medicine offers financial support and resources to its learners, including:

• Scholarships and bursaries
• Student loans and financial aid
• Tuition fees and payment options

Human Resources

The Faculty of Medicine is committed to supporting its staff and faculty members, with a focus on:

• Human resources and personnel management
• Staff development and training
• Employee wellness and support

Medical Laboratories

The Faculty of Medicine offers medical laboratory services, including:

• Clinical laboratory testing and analysis
• Research and development
• Education and training

Office of Professional and Educational Development

The Office of Professional and Educational Development offers support and resources for faculty members and learners, including:

• Professional development and continuing education
• Educational research and innovation
• Faculty mentoring and support

Research Centres

The Faculty of Medicine is home to a number of research centres, including:

• Centre for Interdisciplinary Obesity Research
• Craig L. Dobbin Genetics Research Centre
• Health Research Ethics Authority
• Human Neuroscience Research Centre
• Janeway Pediatric Research Unit
• Medical Laboratories
• Newfoundland Osteoarthritis Study
• NLCAHR
• Nutrigenomics Research Interest Group
• Primary Healthcare Research Unit
• RRUNL

Alumni

The Faculty of Medicine has a strong alumni community, with a focus on:

• Staying connected with fellow graduates
• Supporting current learners and faculty members
• Promoting the interests of the Faculty of Medicine

Faculty and Staff Resources

The Faculty of Medicine offers a range of resources and support for its faculty and staff members, including:

• Equity and diversity
• Administrative services
• Faculty handbook
• Mentorship
• Policies and procedures
• Continuing professional development
• Teaching and learning
• Human resources

PGME

The Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME) program offers residency training in a variety of specialties, including:

• Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons
• College of Family Physicians of Canada The program is designed to provide advanced training and preparation for practice in a chosen specialty.

Current Learners

The PGME program offers support and resources for current learners, including:

• Competency-based medical education
• Forms and policies
• Resident support services
• Accreditation

Incoming Learners

The PGME program offers support and resources for incoming learners, including:

• Admission documents
• Orientation
• PARNL
• CPSNL
• Travel reimbursement
• FAQs

Prospective Learners

The PGME program offers information and resources for prospective learners, including:

• What we offer
• Admission requirements
• Application process
• FAQs

Visiting and Former Learners

The PGME program offers support and resources for visiting and former learners, including:

• Visiting learners
• Alumni verification
• Support for postgraduate medical education
• FAQs

Well-Being

The Faculty of Medicine is committed to supporting the well-being of its learners, faculty, and staff, with a focus on:

• Mental health
• Physical health
• Workplace well-being
• Community connections
• Well-being survey
• About us