Access to Services
Our career planning services are exclusively available for students currently enrolled in the MDCM program. Please see Access to Services to see the availability of Office of Medical Learner Affairs services for all UGME students.
Maximum Number of Appointments
We aim to provide each student with at least three (3) career planning appointments per academic year.
Our Career Advisors follow a consistent approach and strive to support as many students as possible. To maximize access for all, three targeted periods have been identified for priority booking, based on the CaRMS preparation timeline:
- CV Review - April
- Personal Letter Review - May
- Interview Preparation - November
To support your preparation, we strongly encourage you to consult .
Types of Appointments Offered
| Type of Appointment | Description | Booking Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Career Planning – Virtual | Automatically assigned to one of our Career Advisors through the booking system. | Bookable 14 days in advance. Evening appointments reserved for Med 3–4. |
| Virtual Follow-up | For students requesting a follow-up with a specific Career Advisor. | Bookable 14 days in advance. Evening appointments reserved for Med 3–4. |
| Career Planning – In Person | With the Career Advisor assigned to your campus. | Bookable 14 days in advance. |
| Semi-Urgent – Virtual | For quick questions that don’t require a full appointment. | Bookable 3 days in advance. |
Cancelling or Rescheduling an Appointment
Students may cancel or reschedule appointments up to 24 hours in advance by following the instructions provided in the confirmation email. A minimum of 24 hours’ notice is greatly appreciated whenever possible.
Email Inquiries
For complex questions, please .