Dr. Stacy Chapman
Program director
Fax: 204-787-2226
schapman@cancercare.mb.ca
The specific scope of the fellowship will be highly dependent on your unique interests and intent.
You should already have a strong knowledge of the pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of common conditions in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. As well, a solid approach to the evaluation of new clinical questions and a good understanding of the laboratory and diagnostic methods is necessary.
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology encompasses a wide variety of diagnoses, and the management of these patients is becoming increasingly specialized. Specialists treat children with both non-malignant and malignant hematologic disorders and solid tumours, and treatment now includes advanced modalities such as stem cell therapy, immunotherapy and targeted inhibitors of cellular pathways.
In-patient and out-patient opportunities
Participate in in-patient ward rounds on the pediatric oncology and pediatric bone marrow transplant services, as well as consultative activities within the Children’s Hospital. Outpatient clinic occur at CancerCare Manitoba and includes clinics focusing on non-malignant hematology, oncology, neuro-oncology, vascular anomalies, bone marrow transplant, immunodeficiency, bleeding disorders, and survivorship clinics.
Explore laboratory rotations
Experience laboratory based rotations such as hematopathology, hemostasis, cytogenetics, transfusion medicine, and cell therapy. These rotation will advance your understanding and knowledge of diagnostic modalities, as well as take responsibility with a supervisory role.
Individualized training
Explore the various subspecialisations of this complex field. Each program is tailored to your specific interests within the fields of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.
Admission and application requirements
Application deadline: August 31, annually.
Minimum requirements for admission to advanced training in pediatric hematology/oncology:
- An undergraduate degree in medicine
- Fluency in English
- Completion of at least two years in a recognized pediatric hematology/oncology training program
Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
How to apply
Your application must include:
- A personal letter expressing your desire for advanced training and specifying your area of interest.
- A comprehensive curriculum vitae.
- At least three letters of reference, including one from your program director in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.
- If applicable, a brief description of your research project and a letter of support from your proposed supervisor.
All applications will be reviewed by the Residency Program Committee in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. Suitable candidates will be invited for an in-person interview before final decisions are made.
Please send all applications by email to:
Hannah Mance
Program administrator
hmance@hsc.mb.ca
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Pediatrics and Child Health
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University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3A 1S1 Canada
204-787-8020
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