CCFP(EM) Program

The CCFP(EM) program at Calgary has a long history of offering a comprehensive curriculum in emergency medicine by an enthusiastic group of core faculty. The total number of residents in emergency medicine in Calgary is usually between 28 and 32; 8 CFPC-EM and 22 FRCP. The CFPC-EM residents benefit from a close association with the FRCP residents and the learning atmosphere is cooperative, challenging and dynamic. Most academic rounds are jointly held, however the two groups will separate for program specific rounds periodically. The curriculum is designed to maximize cooperation between the programs while ensuring the CFPC-EM residents still get exposed to all the core topics in their year.

The goal of the program is to offer excellent residents in family medicine a chance to be immersed in a comprehensive environment of emergency medicine training. The year is designed to allow the motivated physician to develop the skills necessary for a career in emergency medicine. Most of our graduates will pursue a full-time career in emergency medicine. Particular emphasis is given to development of habits suitable for lifelong learning. Adult Emergency Medicine rotations are held at one of three busy community hospitals and one high acuity trauma centre. The emergency rotations are learner focused with no service expectations. All sites have benefited from recent patient flow initiatives that have reduced Emergency Department overcrowding in Calgary significantly.