Medical Training in Canada vs. the U.S.

What is the first stage in becoming a fully trained physician in both Canada and the U.S.?

• Residency

• Pre-med

• Board Certification

• Medical School

How do Canadian medical schools differ from American ones in terms of pre-med requirements?

• American schools allow any major without prerequisites

• Canadian schools require a bachelor's degree

• American schools have no prerequisites

• Canadian schools have varied prerequisites

Which section of the MCAT is generally more heavily weighted by Canadian medical schools?

• Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations

• Biological and Biochemical Foundations

• Chemical and Physical Foundations

• Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills

What is one reason suggested for the competitive nature of Canadian medical school admissions?

• Higher number of medical schools

• Lack of financial resources

• Lower MCAT scores

• More available seats

What advantage do local students have in Canadian medical school admissions?

• Lower tuition fees

• Guaranteed admission

• Preferential treatment

• Exemption from MCAT

What is the common application system used by Ontario medical schools?

• AMCAS

• OMSAS

• CASPer

• ERAS

What is the purpose of the CASPer test in medical school admissions?

• To assess academic knowledge

• To measure personal and professional characteristics

• To test physical fitness

• To evaluate clinical skills

In the U.S., what is the most heavily weighted factor in residency matching?

• Letters of recommendation

• GPA

• USMLE Step 1

• Personal statement

How do Canadian medical students' licensing exams differ from those in the U.S.?

• They are not required

• They are taken before residency

• They are more difficult

• They are taken after matching

What is the average work week restriction for medical residents in the U.S.?

• 80 hours

• 90 hours

• 70 hours

• 60 hours