As you work your way towards residency, exams, clerkship and CaRMS interviews
are just a few of the milestones you'll reach. Here are a few resources to help you along the way:
Resident Timeline Tool
To help you through these challenging years, we have developed an online tool to remind you of what you need to do and when to prepare for your transition to practice - from applications for MCC and LMCC exams to the steps you need to take to ensure personal and professional wellness as a practising physician. Get started…
Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS) Match Travel Costs
Each year, approximately 1,600 medical students participate in the Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS), which matches potential medical school graduates with residency positions. Generally, the associated travel costs are the responsibility of the medical student and can amount to significant sums. There are a number of methods to minimize such costs. Learn more…
Tax Tips for the Physician and Physician in Training
One of the most significant expenses you will incur during your professional career will be taxes - specifically, federal and provincial income taxes. Since, for 2010, up to 50 per cent of your taxable income could be paid in the form of income taxes (depending on your province or territory of residence and income level), it is prudent to avail yourself of all available deductions and tax credits to minimize taxes payable and maximize your cash flow and financial position. Download PDF
Practice Management Curriculum (PMC)
Once you start residency, be sure to attend a CMA Practice Management Curriculum (PMC) for medical residents.
- Seminars - Working in partnership with your medical school, PMC educates medical residents about the principles of personal, professional and financial management. Learn more…
- Modules - Our PMC modules will introduce you to the many personal and professional issues that must be addressed as you evaluate your future practice options. Learn more…
