About the USask College of Medicine

The University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine cultivates health and well-being through service, education, scholarship and research that matter. Rooted in Saskatchewan communities, we shape a healthier future.

All College of Medicine programs are fully accredited. Our faculty, staff and students in the college are continually working on improvements to all programs of our college.

Values: Who we are

We honour our commitments and take ownership of our decisions, guided by integrity and purpose. We hold ourselves accountable to one another and to the communities we serve. Through responsible stewardship of resources and transparent actions, we advance the college’s mission, uphold our social and environmental responsibilities and foster trust in all our relationships.

Examples:
  • We transparently monitor progress toward goals and make course corrections as needed 
  • We build long-term relationships with community organizations. 
  • We develop programs and initiatives to make spaces more environmentally friendly

We create inclusive and accessible spaces where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute as their authentic selves.

Examples:
  • We use inclusive language and practices in meetings, emails, and events. 
  • We make sure people can easily participate in meetings regardless of their location 

We work across roles, units, departments, colleges, organizations and communities to achieve shared goals. We contribute meaningfully by building relationships, sharing knowledge, and acting with care, humility, and purpose.

Examples:
  • We establish systems that facilitate meaningful connections across the college 
  • We engage impacted groups in planning and decision-making 
  • We encourage experimentation and knowledge-sharing across teams and disciplines

We foster a culture of innovation, inquiry and continuous learning, by encouraging bold thinking and turning creative ideas into action.

Examples:
  • We treat setbacks as an opportunity to learn and grow as an organization 
  • We are curious about the 'why' behind symptoms, systems, and solutions—because understanding leads to better outcomes

We support the mental, emotional and physical health of learners, staff and faculty.

Examples:
  • We support flexible work and learning arrangements to accommodate diverse needs 
  • We check in regularly with learners and colleagues, especially during high-stress periods 

   2,600+ Learners

 2024-25 academic year

438
Medical Students

1,163
Biomedical Sciences Undergraduate Students

249 MSc
and PhD Students

613
Residents

147
Master of
Physical Therapy Students

20
Master of
Physician Assistant Studies Students

Campuses & Sites

A map of all learning locations in the province.

More than 20 sites across Saskatchewan — some permanent, some rotating — support our learners as they gain frontline clinical experience and training.

Learn more about our sites by clicking the tabs above.

A map of learning locations in Saskatoon.

Our Saskatoon campus is located in the Health Sciences Building at the University of Saskatchewan.

The Health Sciences Building is home to the Leslie and Irene Dubé Health Sciences Library, classrooms, meeting rooms, breakout rooms, study spaces. It also hosts educational and research facilities including the Clinical Learning Resource Centre. Located in the E-Wing, the centre is home to skill labs, examination rooms, procedure and simulation labs.

The college is closely affiliated with Saskatoon's three hospitals: Royal University Hospital, St. Paul's Hospital and Saskatoon City Hospital.

A map of learning sites in Regina.

Forty spots are reserved for first-year medical students at the Regina campus, meaning students can complete their entire four-year degree in Regina. The campus offers learners a close-knit community. Our students notice the quality of their interactions and the personalized, hands-on approach to teaching and learning they experience in Regina.

The campus is situated at the Regina General Hospital (RGH), which houses multiple facilities including the Health Sciences Learning and Resource Centre, an auditorium, meeting and breakout rooms, study spaces, the health sciences library and the Dilawri Simulation Centre.

Our Regina-based learners also gain experience at the Pasqua Hospital and the Wascana Rehabilitation Centre.

A map of the Prince Albert Instructional Site.

In Years 3 and 4 of the MD program, a small group of students complete their studies at our Prince Albert instructional site at Victoria Hospital.

In addition to inpatient and outpatient experiences, Prince Albert students will experience firsthand exposure to trauma, Indigenous health, public health, addictions medicine and prison health.

The Rural Family Medicine Program is a reflection of the diversity of care at this site. As the third-largest service district in Saskatchewan, the diverse population and health needs are balanced by the broad range of rural, urban and specialty physician services found in Prince Albert.

Thirty per cent of the population is Indigenous. The city's population also has a great proportion of elderly and young patients — with a high birthrate of more than 1,500 deliveries per year, ranging from routine to extreme with complexity.

Victoria Hospital's emergency room is one of the busiest in the province. Ninety per cent of visits are urgent, emergent or critical.

A map of SLIC sites in the province.

The college offers the Saskatchewan Longitudinal Integrated Clerkship (SLIC) that extends for 48 weeks during Year 3, with up to 2 positions available for students at each of the SLIC sites:

  • Estevan
  • La Ronge
  • Meadow Lake
  • Melfort
  • Swift Current

The experience features comprehensive care of patients over time, while meeting the third-year clerkship core clinic competencies across multiple disciplines simultaneously in one teaching environment.

Learn more about SLIC.

A map of residency training sites in the province.

There are a number of residency training sites that can be found throughout the province.

For example, the Family Medicine Residency program is delivered in the following sites:

  • Saskatoon
  • Regina
  • Prince Albert
  • Swift Current
  • North West
  • Moose Jaw
  • Moosomin
  • La Ronge

The program offers residents the option of a third year in the Enhanced Skills Program.

See all residency training programs offered at the USask College of Medicine.
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A map of MPT Practicum Sites

Master of Physical Therapy students undertake a full-time clinical education course in facilities anywhere in Canada. With special permission, a Master of Physical Therapy student may request an international practicum.

A complex clinical caseload and enhanced workload assignment will be provided for each student consistent with advancing clinical skills from previous clinical practice courses and incorporating theory from previous education models.

700+ Employees

We are a major employer in the province of Saskatchewan. Wherever our learners are found, we have staff supporting them.

   $41.06 M

Total funding awarded to College of Medicine researchers (2023/24)

$38.7 M

External funding (2023/24)

457

Active researchers (2023/24)

16

Research Chairs & Distinguished Professorships


1,026

Peer-Reviewed Publications (2023)


Did you know? 80% of physiotherapists in the province were trained at the School of Rehabilitation Science.


6,000+ Alumni in 19 Countries

Medical doctors, physical therapists, public health and biomedical science experts.