Canadian Family Medicine pathway
Internationally benchmarked residency bridging Canadian and UK standards for global physicians
Curriculum shaped by International gold standards
Your training draws from the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Royal College of General Practitioners, ensuring every module reflects the highest standards of family medicine practice worldwide. This alignment guarantees that your education remains current with global best practices and prepares you for seamless practice across international borders. You graduate not just qualified, but genuinely competitive in any healthcare system.
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Eligibility criteria
MBBS degree and completed house job
Valid PMDC certificate in hand
No clinical experience requirement for entry
Dual excellence through institutional collaboration
An international residency program in collaboration with The University of Lahore (UOL). This partnership brings together CIFM's clinical expertise with UOL's academic infrastructure, creating a unified pathway for physicians seeking world-class family medicine training.
Joint faculty mentorship
Integrated curriculum design
Shared academic resources
Ten pillars of Canadian family medicine
Canadian family medicine rests on ten core principles that shape how physicians practice. These values guide every aspect of your training, from patient encounters to community engagement, ensuring you develop the depth expected of international practitioners.
Caring with genuine compassion
Patient relationships built on trust and empathy form the foundation of effective care.
Clinical competence in evidence-based practice
Mastery of current medical knowledge and diagnostic reasoning applied to real-world situations.
Community-based care and accountability
Understanding social determinants of health and serving defined populations responsibly.
Communication across cultures and contexts
Clear, respectful dialogue with patients, families, and colleagues across diverse backgrounds.
Continuity of care through lasting relationships
Long-term physician-patient relationships that improve outcomes and deepen clinical insight.
Comprehensive approach to whole-person medicine
Addressing physical, mental, and social dimensions of health in every patient encounter.
Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
Working effectively with nurses, specialists, and community health workers toward shared goals.
Commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth
Staying current with medical advances and continuously improving your clinical practice.
Cultural competence in diverse healthcare settings
Recognizing and respecting cultural beliefs that shape patient health decisions and outcomes.
Resource stewardship for populations served
Practicing efficiently and equitably, ensuring healthcare reaches those who need it most.
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Practice anywhere, recognized everywhere
Graduates emerge practically comparable to international peers, equipped for practice in Australia, the United Kingdom, North America, and the Middle East. Your credentials open doors across healthcare systems.
Communication and ethics
Master the skills demanded by global practice
English proficiency
OET and clinical communication training ensures you communicate clearly and confidently in any healthcare setting.
Medical ethics
Ethical frameworks and decision-making models prepare you to navigate complex moral dilemmas with integrity.
Socio-cultural competence for multicultural medicine
Training in cultural awareness and diversity prepares you to serve patients from varied backgrounds with understanding and respect.
Fee Structure
Two years of structured training with bi-annual intake in January and July
Take the next step
Ready to begin your international journey in family medicine? Our admissions team stands ready to guide you through the enrollment process or provide the complete program details you need to make an informed decision.
Voices from practice
Physicians who shaped their careers here
