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Becoming a Surgeon

There are six Canadian Training Centres for candidates to obtain their education as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon:

Dr. Curtis Gregoire
Program Director, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery,
Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Sciences
Faculty of Graduate Studies

5981 University Avenue – Room 5132, PO Box 15000
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 4R2
Tel: (902) 494-1679; Fax: (902) 494-6411
cgregoir@dal.ca

Michelle Harris, Administrative Assistant
michelle.harris@dal.ca

Dr. Carl Bouchard and Dr. Annie-Claude Valcourt,
Co-Program Directors, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Training Program
Faculté de médecine dentaire
University Hospital Centre (CHU) Québec, Laval University

Dr. Carl Bouchard
carlbchrd@gmail.com

Dr. Annie-Claude Valcourt
annie-claude.valcourt@fmd.ulaval.ca

Mélissa Pelletier,
Adjointe à l’enseignement universitaire
(418) 649-0252, ext. 63200
pelletier.melissa@chudequebec.ca

In all provinces, candidates for OMFS must first hold a dental degree (DDS) and be able to demonstrate successful completion of the National Dental Examining Board exams. The candidate must then complete an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency program and pass the National Dental Specialty Examination (NDSE) in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery administered by the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (RCDC).

In rare cases, individuals who have not completed this graduate degree may be considered once vetted through a comprehensive process that involves a review of credentials, completion of an eligibility exam, assessment of clinical competencies, possible gap training, and then completion of the NDSE.

The licensing requirements for individuals to become certified as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon fall under the Provincial Jurisdiction for the province in which the OMFS practices.

There are a number of OMFS who pursue further training to become experts in this area of specialty. Some OMFS programs are dual degree, meaning that the surgeon earns a dental degree (DDS) as well as a medical degree (MD), plus their graduate degree in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. The surgeon gains training in a hospital-based program where they are able to complete rotations with all of the areas of medical specialties. In addition, some OMFS will acquire sub specialty training by completing a fellowship program in an accredited program that further advances their skills.

Visit the RCDC website for more information, including certification and licensure information for international candidates seeking to practice oral surgery in Canada.

Become a member of the CAOMS

There are many benefits to joining the CAOMS, such as excellent continuing education opportunities at our annual events, providing valuable input about issues that affect our specialty, and being part of a vibrant community of your peers.

Opportunities to participate in unique, peer to peer, educational events.
Access to live and interactive webinars as well as the CAOMS sponsored podcast.
Support the new generation of oral surgeons through the Canadian Resident Association for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Benefit from eligibility to joint membership with AAOMS through the Affiliate Member category (access to e-JOMS, reduced meeting rates, all member only privileges etc.)
Be kept up-to-date on timely news, events, articles and publications.
Attend the Annual CAOMS Conference with internationally renowned speakers.

Resident Membership

Improve communication among members

The (CRAOMS), is a branch of the Canadian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (CAOMS). This resident association was developed for residents studying in Canada, the United States and abroad to improve communication between resident programs, and to provide support for residents during their studies.

Improve communication among resident members in Canada, the United States and abroad
Assist in the recruitment and retention of highly qualified individuals to the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery
Educate residents about the specialty of oral and maxillofacial surgery including educational opportunities available to trainees
Provide residents insight about current issues/challenges facing the specialty
Establish resident lecture and reception at CAOMS annual meeting Resident member application form

Dr. Emilie Archambault

CRAOMS Executive, President

Université Laval

The CRAOMS Executive is comprised of a three-member committee, which is composed of the President, President-Elect and Executive Director. The President and President-Elect are one-year terms with progression from President-Elect to President. An Executive Director will operate as a two-year executive committee member.

We are always searching for members who would like to be involved in the Resident Executive Committee of the CRAOMS. Please contact the current executive if you are interested in these opportunities at craoms.executive@gmail.com.

Job Board

Wondering where to advertise an OMS job opportunity? Or how to buy oral surgery equipment? Or perhaps you are looking to join a group of oral surgeons in a thriving practice? The CAOMS Job Board & Classifieds section is the place to view and post such advertisements!

This is a one-year comprehensive fellowship in surgical and dental management of sleep breathing disorders and facial deformities at the Toronto Rehab Institute within the University Health Network, a world class teaching hospital in Toronto, Canada.
This is a salaried position commencing July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024; Candidates must be Canadian or American Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery trained and are required to hold a certificate of registration from the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO). ABOMS or FRCDC preferred but not required.

See the full description.

Post added: Nov 30th

Opportunity: Chilliwack Oral Surgery is a full scope private practice with a strong referral base. It was established in 2013, and we remain a busy and growing single-practitioner office seeking an experienced oral and maxillofacial surgeon or new graduate interested in an associate opportunity leading to a long-term, full-time partnership.

See the full description.

Interested and qualified candidates, please submit an electronic copy of your CV and an introductory cover letter to: Admin@Chilliwackoralsurgery.com

Post added: Nov 3rd

Oral Surgery – Winnipeg – $800k Income Potential

We are recruiting a surgeon to a well-established practice in Manitoba. You’ll have every resource you need to succeed. This practice is in a growing market with no shortage of patients. With state-of-the-art equipment and highly skilled support staff, all you need to do is step in and start seeing patients.

Practice:

Two surgeon practice seeking an additional associate
Variety of cases and 20 – 25 patients per day
Develop an elective practice to suit your interests
Most advanced equipment on the market

Finances / Benefits:

$600k+ income potential
Potential for a future equity stake
Signing incentives & access to benefits

About the area:

The largest city in Manitoba
Low Cost of Living & robust housing market
Food lovers paradise, arts, culture & more

Please get in touch with Kevin Dodson at 469-708-4133 or kdodson@arthurmarshall.com

Post added: Sept 21st

Oral and maxillofacial surgeon wanted to work on a commission basis or in partnership. Benefits of this position:

Renowned private office (for 30 years) located in a prestigious building with a magnificent view of Ottawa
Upcoming construction of a new large-scale hospital in Gatineau – Proximity of the office to the current hospital as well as the future hospital
Environment recognizing our expertise and possibility of actively practicing all maxillofacial traumatology, orthognathic surgery as well as ATM surgery, according to the candidate’s interest
Regional economy supported mainly by federal public servants with excellent dental insurance coverage
Opportunity to exchange professionally with a surgeon with 35 years of experience

Requirements:

Possess a specialist diploma in oral and maxillofacial surgery recognized by the Order of Dentists of Quebec and hold a valid work permit in Quebec

For any information, do not hesitate to contact me by email: Dr Daniel Ricard dr.danielricard@gmail.com Post added: Sept 20th

Coronation Dental Specialty Group is seeking an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon to join our busy and modern practice.

A surgeon who joins our group will be immediately busy with dentoalveolar surgery, implants/bone grafting, and anesthesia. Surgical scope can be expanded as desired; the ability to operate on major cases is available. Private patients are supplied and shared by the practice, without the need to develop a new referral base.

Established 30 years ago, our multi-specialty practice includes OMFS, Periodontics, Endodontics, Oral Pathology, and Medical Anesthesia. Cooperative cross-consultation between our doctors and sharing of knowledge are encouraged.

Coronation’s main office is in Cambridge, Ontario, with six satellites in Waterloo, Guelph, Brantford, Stratford, Woodstock, and Goderich. The associate position will include one or more of these offices.

Candidates should be team players with strong interpersonal skills. In addition, they should have, or be actively pursuing, their specialty licensure in Ontario. Remuneration is competitive.

For further information regarding this opportunity, or to forward your CV, please contact:

Dr. Stephen Cho, Partner
scho@cdsg.ca

Lynne Veugen, Office Manager
lveugen@cdsg.ca

Post added: June 7th

Huronia Oral Surgery Group (HOSG) is a state-of-the-art Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery practice with two locations in Barrie and North Bay, Ontario. We are seeking a motivated surgeon to join our established and growing offices.

We practice wide-scope Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, which includes facial trauma, reconstructive pathology, orthognathic surgery, dentoalveolar and implant surgery. Our current surgeons maintain operating privileges at Royal Victoria Regional Hospital.
Our ideal candidate should be poised to quickly integrate into the community and bring her/his surgical skills to a highly trained, credentialed team to enhance the overall services HOSG provides to the community. If desired, a clear equal partnership track can be negotiated as part of the associateship agreement.

Interested candidates should contact Dr. Mokhtari at: drmokhtari@maxillocare.com for further details.

Post added: June 7th

Atlantic Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Centre is hiring a full time and locum Oral/Maxillofacial surgeon to join our established surgical and implant centre.

located in St. John’s, NL is a beautiful city that boasts excellent schools, peaceful parks and trails, world-class restaurants, excellent outdoors adventures and many historic treasures. It is a remarkable place to experience, offering a wonderful harmony of larger city living and small-town charm with easy access to nature, eye-catching scenery, and the friendliest people on the planet.

About our Centre:

The only full time, full scope oral surgery practice in Newfoundland and Labrador
Multi-disciplinary services in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Pathology & Oral Medicine, Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology
Spacious, modern clinic with 7 operatories
Fully digital (charting, radiographs, CBCT, intra oral scanner and 3D printing)
Established long term relationships with referring practices
High case volumes and high case acceptance rates
Dedicated OR time
Non-assignment insurance billings
Professional, engaging, rewarding and positive workplace and culture

What we Offer:

Excellent remuneration, work-life balance, flexible schedule
No evenings, no weekends
Travel and accommodations paid, as well as licensure fees
Mentorship opportunities
Opportunity for full-time permanent position
We are open to collaboration and discussing a mutually beneficial schedule and commitment.

Our ideal Candidate:

Empathetic, professional, and caring individual who strives for excellence when treating patients
Qualified and Canadian board-certified OMFS (new graduates welcomed)

All inquiries and applications will be held in strict confidence. Resumes and CVs can be sent to Chad Decker, HR manager chad@atlanticoralsurgery.ca. We look forward to speaking with you.

https://www.atlanticoralsurgery.ca/recruitment

Post added: May 18th

Busy, well established full scope OMFS practice in the Greater Toronto Area looking for an associate. In addition to a busy private practice schedule, there is an opportunity for dedicated OR time, immediate exposure to orthognathic surgery, and one on one mentorship. Great staff, hours, and culture to the office.

Please contact us at byanca@fcos.ca with your CV and objectives and we look forward to speaking with you!

All applications will be held in strictest confidence.

Post added: March 31st

Retiring soon….Practice & Spa-like ground floor office space for sale in beautiful Victoria / Langford, B.C…..the fastest growing city in B.C. Operating Room (16′ x 19′), 3 bay Recovery Room, 6 Stryker stretchers, 41′ long sterilization work area, Consult room & 2 treatment rooms (all 12′ x 12′), piped with medical grade suction, oxygen, & nitrous oxide, 6 reserved parking stalls adjacent to Reception area, & much more.

Fantastic lifestyle. Four 18-hole golf courses, ocean access Marina, & multiple parks within 10 minutes of the office. Year-round cycling, hiking, fishing, scuba diving, kayaking, and world class skiing nearby. Another OMS office in this region has just closed, so timing for rapid growth in this family oriented community with high rate of Dental Insurance coverage is excellent. If you are an OMS & are serious about relocating, you can contact me by phone at (250) 370-1900 or by email at bettyjohnstone.victoria@gmail.com. OMS ONLY.

Post added: February 16

faq

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

The Royal College of Dentists of Canada (RCDC) website will answer most of your questions about working in Canada. In summary, in order to become a licensed specialist in Canada, you must be licensed by the Dental Regulatory Authority (DRA) in the province in which you wish to practice. The DRAs use the National Dental Specialty Examination (NSDE), administered by the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, as a measure of competence. If you are an internationally trained dental specialist and have completed a dental speciality program that is not accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada (CDAC) or a body with which CDAC has reciprocal accreditation agreement, please visit the International Candidates page of the RCDC website to find out how to write the NDSE in order to practice in Canada. In order to ensure that you have the most relevant and accurate information on licensing, we recommend that you contact the DRA for the province in which you wish to practice directly. Please visit the Dental Regulatory Authority section of the RCDC website for a list of regulators by province and their contact information – these organizations are able to advice potential candidates of the particular requirements for licensure within each province.

The CAOMS is pleased to offer a Job Board section. Please review the Advertising Policy below and visit the Job Board section to post your ad:

a) Limit your advertisement to 500 words or less and any images should be approximately 600 pixels in width. Any editing is the responsibility of the advertiser.
b) The advertisement will be posted in PDF format. Links to other websites and email addresses can be included in the file.
c) Rate is $100 per month (plus tax), with a 2-month minimum ($200).
d) Payment must be received prior to the posting of the advertisement (online credit card payment).
e) The CAOMS reserves the right to refuse any advertisement.
f) This policy can be changed at any time at the discretion of the CAOMS.

The CAOMS offers many types of support to OMFS Residents:

All first-year students, from every Canadian Training Centre for OMFS, are eligible recipients of the Dr. Al Swanson award. This CAOMS award is a $300 gift certificate from Elsevier to help defray the costs of educational material.
Residents can join and benefit from the Canadian Residents Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (CRAOMS), a branch of the CAOMS.
Membership to the CAOMS is free for students. As such, there are no conference registration fees for Student Members to attend the CAOMS Annual Conference and many other such educational opportunities. Furthermore, upon completion of their studies, a Student Member who has obtained first time licensure/registration in the specialty of OMFS in a Canadian regulatory jurisdiction is eligible for a waiver of Active Membership dues for their first year of membership to the CAOMS provided they apply for membership within 24 months of when they obtained licensure/registration.