Paediatric Plastic Surgery

Number of Positions	3
Duration	1 year
Site	The Hospital for Sick Children
Supervisor	Dr. Molly Jakeman

Paediatric Plastic Surgery Fellowship

The Paediatric Plastic Surgery Fellowship is a 12-month fellowship which starts in July of each year, structured to allow the individual to become familiar with all aspects of paediatric plastic surgery. Currently, the program is administered by Dr. Molly Jakeman and is also attended by Dr. Fisher, Dr. Wong, Dr. Davidge, Dr. Gus, Dr. Jakeman, Dr. Mosa and Dr. Zuker. All aspects of paediatric plastic surgical diseases are seen, including congenital hand, facial paralysis, brachial plexus, congenital nevi, burns, microtia, cleft, vascular anomalies, tumor related conditions, developmental, oncologic and post-traumatic deformities. Each year, three or four fellowships are offered. The fellow is expected to participate in: on call, teaching responsibilities, participate fully in surgeries and clinics. Completion of a research project during the 12-month fellowship is expected and will be a requirement for successful graduation from the program.

SickKids Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship does not participate in the SF Match (Residency & Fellowship matching services based in San Francisco). Rather, applications are reviewed on an individual basis.  A salary of $85,564.01 CAD per annum. Canadian and health insurance are provided to offset living expenses, but the fellow is responsible for moving expenses and accommodation. There are a limited number of unfurnished suites available in an apartment building adjacent to the hospital.

Clinical Fellows come to SickKids Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery from all parts of the world and greatly enrich our program. The participation of fellows is welcomed by our Division.  With the wide academic and clinical experience offered at SickKids, the fellowship provides excellent training for a career in paediatric plastic surgery.

Requirements for Fellowship Applicants

Medical Licensing Eligibility

Applicants should be certified plastic surgeons in Canada or their country of origin. International medical Graduates must have completed training in the same specialty discipline as their intended fellowship and provide official specialty certification from their home country’s certifying body.

Applicants who have not yet obtained a subspecialty certificate and are currently enrolled in a plastic surgery residency program must provide a letter of good standing. This letter must confirm that the applicant will be recognized as a medical specialist in their jurisdiction by the start date of the fellowship. Depending on the applicant’s country of training, the CPSO may require that this letter come from an official authority such as a Scientific Council, Ministry of Health, or national certifying body, rather than from an individual institution. It is the applicant’s responsibility to determine the appropriate issuing authority in their country and to obtain the required documentation prior to submitting their fellowship application.

Language Proficiency

International Medical Graduates (IMGs) whose medical school language of instruction was not English must meet one of the following English proficiency requirements:

• TOEFL-iBT: Minimum overall score of 93, with a minimum of 24 in the speaking section.
• TSE and TOEFL (paper/computer-based): Passing scores from prior versions of the TOEFL are also accepted.
• More information is available at the TOEFL Website.

Work Authorization

Prospective clinical fellows must also be eligible for a work visa in Canada.** For more information for legibility please see https://pgme.utoronto.ca/applicants/apply-for-fellowship-training/

Additional Preferences and Considerations

Preference will be given to applicants who have completed the U.S. National Board Examinations or the Canadian Medical Council Licensing Examination (LMCC). While the MCCEE or MCCQE1 is not mandatory, all applicants must have completed formal training in plastic surgery and provide official documentation of their specialty certification. Additional preference will be given to candidates who have secured a full-time pediatric plastic surgery position in their home country and are pursuing further fellowship training to support that role.

Program Contact

Michael Perrino
Education Administrative Assistant
Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Rm. 5432, Hill Wing

Email: michael.perrino@sickkids.ca
Phone: (416) 813-6448
Fax: (416) 813-6446