INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL GRADUATES' RESOURCE HANDBOOK - MCGILL UNIVERSITY
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INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL GRADUATES’
RESOURCE HANDBOOK
www.mcgill.ca/thewelloffice
514.398.5836
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Table of Contents
WELLNESS SUPPORT RESOURCES
The WELL Office
Personal Wellness Support and Counselling ................................................................................... 4
Connect & Learn Series ................................................................................................................... 4
Doc-to-Doc Peer Support Network ................................................................................................. 4
Wellness Library .............................................................................................................................. 4
Ice Cream Rounds ........................................................................................................................... 5
Wellness Curriculum ....................................................................................................................... 5
Committee on Resident Wellness (CReW) ..................................................................... 5
McGill University Resources
International Student Services......................................................................................................... 5
McGill Rossy Student Wellness Hub ................................................................................................ 6
Crisis Resources ............................................................................................................................... 6
Resources for Parents ..................................................................................................................... 7
Community Resources
Info-Santé – 811 ............................................................................................................................. 7
Health Services................................................................................................................................. 7
Mental Health Resources ................................................................................................................. 8
Crisis Resources................................................................................................................................ 8
ACADEMIC SUPPORT RESOURCES
The WELL Office .............................................................................................................. 9
Mistreatment in the Learning Environment ................................................................................... 9
Academic Difficulty and Accommodations ..................................................................................... 9
Fédération des Médecins Résidents du Québec (FMRQ) .................................................. 9
Library Resource ............................................................................................................ 9
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FRENCH LANGUAGE RESOURCES
McGill Faculty of Medicine ............................................................................................. 10
Clinical French Resources ......................................................................................................... 10
French Medical Workshop ...................................................................................................... 10
McGill Clinical French Club (CFC) ............................................................................................ 10
Community Resources..................................................................................................... 10
Ministère de l’Immigration et des Communautés culturelles ..................................................... 10
Dawson College ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 10
Office Québécois de la Langue Française (OQLF) ....................................................................... 10
GENERAL RESOURCES
Spiritual Resources ................................................................................................... 11
Legal Services ........................................................................................................... 11
Financial Aid & Discounts ......................................................................................... 11
Housing ................................................................................................................... 12
Schools .................................................................................................................... 12
Childcare Services .................................................................................................... 13
Cleaning Services ..................................................................................................... 13
LIVING IN MONTREAL
Official Website of the City of Montreal .................................................................... 14
Preparing for the Montreal Winter .......................................................................... 14
Transportation ........................................................................................................ 14
Movies .................................................................................................................... 14
Dining ..................................................................................................................... 14
PUBLICATIONS OF INTEREST ........................................................................................... 15
USEFUL CONTACTS ........................................................................................................... 16
3|PageWELLNESS SUPPORT RESOURCES
The WELL Office
Wellness Support and Counselling
The PGME Wellness Consultants, Dr. Martha Chamodraka and Ms. Camila Velez, offer
one-on-one confidential counselling sessions to all residents and fellows in the McGill
Faculty of Medicine for personal, academic, and professional matters.
Martha Chamodraka, Ph.D., OPQ Camila Velez, M.A., CCC
PGME Wellness Consultant PGME/Schools Wellness Consultant
www.calendly.com/martha-chamodraka www.calendly.com/camilavelez
Doc-to-Doc Peer Support Network
Doc-to-Doc is an informal, fully confidential peer support service, through which a
resident/fellow is matched upon request with another resident/mentor, according to
the former’s specifications, in order to receive advice, mentorship, and support.
Wellness Library
Our Wellness library has a carefully selected collection of books on a variety of wellness
topics, many of them tailored to residents and physicians. Books are borrowed for a 4-
week period.
4|Page Ice Cream Rounds
Requested by program directors and/or chief residents, Ice-Cream Rounds are site-
specific confidential support groups, where residents are given the opportunity to
address program-related issues and challenges. Ice Cream Rounds are offered during
protected teaching time (academic half-days). Ice cream is served!
Wellness Curriculum
Requested by program directors/chief residents, wellness workshops are offered during
protected teaching time and are tailored to residents’ needs. Available workshops
currently include: Mindful Medical Practice, Managing Stress & Building Resilience, and
Time-Management & Work-Life Balance.
Committee on Resident Wellness (CReW)
This committee is part of the Association of Residents of McGill (ARM), and is formed by
McGill residents who advocate for resident wellness and strive to promote it through:
o Organizing social or sport events
o Organizing workshops to improve life skills
o Providing practical, affordable resources for residents
o Promoting awareness regarding potential mistreatment or conflictual experiences
and the associated reporting procedures
o Offering support from CReW members
2019/2020 IMG delegate at ARM:
Dr. Shady Abid (Family Medicine resident): shady.abid@mail.mcgill.ca
McGill University Resources
International Student Services
The ISS supports international students at McGill, and aims to ease their transition to a
new school, a new home, and a new country. Services include:
5|Pageo Orientation activities & Pre-Arrival Orientation webinars
o Study & student-related immigration information
o Health insurance guidance
o Social and cultural events
o The International Buddy Program
o Workshops and webinars
o Information sessions on permanent residency
*All international learners who pay student services fees are eligible to use ISS
services and attend any ISS event or workshops. Learners who do not pay student
services fees may opt-in to student services (SS) fees by contacting the Dean of
Students office. For cost, when, and how to opt-in, please contact:
deanofstudents@mcgill.ca
Useful link: https://www.mcgill.ca/internationalstudents/once-here/istep
McGill Rossy Student Wellness Hub
https://www.mcgill.ca/studentservices/health-wellness/rossy-hub
Crisis Resources
o The Office for Sexual Violence, Response, Support and Education (McGill)
A service for students, faculty and staff of all genders impacted by sexual and
gender-based violence. It offers crisis assistance; help with reporting; and
referrals and accompaniment to internal and external resources. Services
are confidential, non-judgmental, and non-directional.
If you are in immediate danger (about to hurt yourself or someone else), please call 911.
6|Page Resources for Parents
o McGill Family Care Program
This program offers a number of support services, workshops, and regular
social events for fun and fellowship.
Also: https://www.facebook.com/pg/McGillFamilyCare/
o McGill Student and Staff Parents Facebook
o The McGill Family Map
Google Map listing some family-friendly areas on and around campus.
o Physician Moms Group
Resources, platform to network, and information sharing.
o Physician Family Media
Physician Family is a quarterly publication created by and for medical families.
o Montreal families
Website with general helpful resources for parents.
Community Resources
Info-Santé - 811
This phone line is staffed by nurses 24/7 who can be consulted for non-urgent health
issues, both for children and adults. The nurse on-call offers an impression and refers
the caller, if deemed necessary, to healthcare resources.
Health Services
A comprehensive list of health services available in Montreal, including clinics and
community health centres (CLSCs).
For a complete list of clinics in Montréal: santemontreal.qc.ca
7|Page Mental Health Resources
o QUEBEC PHYSICIANS’ HEALTH PROGRAM (QPHP)
The Quebec Physicians’ Health Program (QPHP) provides confidential assistance
to physicians, residents, and medical students who are experiencing personal
difficulties. All QPHP counsellors are physicians themselves.
o E-CURRICULUM ON PHYSICIAN HEALTH
A comprehensive, online health and wellness resource for physicians and
physicians in training.
o THE HAPPY MD
An online coaching, training, and consulting organization that focuses on the
treatment and prevention of physician burnout.
Crisis Resources
o Quebec Suicide Crisis Centre (24/7)
Tel.: (1-866-APPELLE) 1-866-277-3553
o Suicide Action Montreal (24/7)
Tel.: 514-723-4000
o TRACOM Centre for Crisis Intervention (24/7)
Tel.: 514-483-3033
o Drug and Alcohol Help Line (24/7)
Tel.: 514-527-2626
o Montréal Sexual Assault Centre (24/7)
Tel.: 514-934-4504
8|PageACADEMIC SUPPORT RESOURCES
The WELL Office
Mistreatment in the Learning Environment
Learners who have encountered mistreatment in the learning environment and wish to
report it anonymously are kindly requested to complete the WELL Office mistreatment
form.
Alternatively, learners can make a confidential appointment with the Assistant Dean for
Resident Professional Affairs, Dr. Paola Fata, who will assess their case, provide
guidance, and, if requested, advocate for the learner.
For more information on what constitutes mistreatment and on the learner
mistreatment process followed by the WELL Office and PGME, please visit:
http://www.mcgill.ca/thewelloffice/learning-environment/report-mistreatment
Academic Difficulty and Accommodations
Dr. Paola Fata also offers appointments to learners who are experiencing academic
difficulties or wish to discuss the possibility of academic accommodations. Learners can
book an appointment directly with Dr. Fata.
Fédération des Médecins Résidents du Québec (FMRQ)
The FMRQ is a professional union with the mission to study, defend, and advance the
economic, social, moral, academic, and professional interests of all resident unions and
their members: 514-282-0256
Library Resource
Andrea Quaiattini, Liaison Librarian, Postgraduate Medicine, Medical Specialties, Centre
for Medical Education
514-398-8087 | andrea.quaiattini@mcgill.ca
9|PageFRENCH LANGUAGE RESOURCES
McGill Faculty of Medicine
Clinical French Resources
The following document, prepared by CReW-ARM, offers a comprehensive list of
resources, workshops, courses, schools, and clubs to assist Medical learners in
acquiring French: ARM French resources
The Faculty of Medicine offers French medical language workshops (basic, low and
intermediate) for a minimal fee in the fall and winter terms, on Saturday mornings. For
more information, please refer to French Medical Workshop Information section. Sign
up at https://www.mcgill.ca/ugme/french-workshop-form.
Please note that online registration is mandatory in order to participate in the
workshops.
McGill Clinical French Club (CFC)
An initiative of the Medical Students Society (MSS) at McGill, the club’s mission is to
provide a structured, collaborative environment for medical students to master the
essentials of clinical French. The goal is to identify and master simple, high-yield clinical
language that can be put into practice immediately. Priority is given to medical students
(UGME), but residents and fellows are welcome when there are spots available.
Community Resources
Ministère de l’Immigration et des Communautés culturelles
Dawson College – Centre for Training & Development
Office Québécois de la Langue Française (OQLF)
This site (in French only) offers detailed information on the French exam required to
become a member of a professional order in Quebec (i.e. Collège des Médecins du
Québec).
10 | P a g eGENERAL RESOURCES
SPIRITUAL RESOURCES
o McGill Office of Religious and Spiritual Life (MORSL)
o HOSPITAL PRAYER SPACES
o GLEN HOSPITAL:
MCH: A2 (in front of the elevator)
RVC: C2 (beside the clinic – preferred by Muslim women)
o MONTREAL GENERAL HOSPITAL:
Multi-faith Chapel: 6th floor (after the cafeteria on the left)
LEGAL SERVICES
o McGill Legal Information Clinic
This clinic provides high quality legal information free of charge.
Tel.: (514) 398-6792
o Community Legal Centre of Montreal
o Offers free legal aid or legal aid with a financial contribution, depending on
income.
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FINANCIAL AID & DISCOUNTS
o The Scholarships and Student Aid Office
https://www.mcgill.ca/studentaid/
o PGSS Discounts
Exclusive discounts offered by the Post-Graduate Students’ Society for different
activities around Montreal.
https://pgss.mcgill.ca/en/deals-_-discounts
11 | P a g e HOUSING
o RENTING
http://www.mcgill.ca/students/housing/offcampus
http://www.kijiji.ca
http://www.realtor.ca
https://montreal.craigslist.ca/d/apts-housing-for-rent/search/apa?lang=en&cc=us
https://www.padmapper.com/apartments/montreal-qc
https://www.louer.com/
o BUYING
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/new-
immigrants/new-life-canada/housing/buying.html
https://www.getwhatyouwant.ca/faq-buying-property-canada-non-resident-buyers
SCHOOLS
o Commission Scolaire de Montreal (CSDM)
http://csdm.ca/
o The Montreal English School Board (EMSB)
http://www.emsb.qc.ca/
12 | P a g e CHILDCARE SERVICES
o https://www.mcgill.ca/daycare/
o https://www.mfa.gouv.qc.ca/fr/services-de-garde/parents/localisateur/Pages/index_en.aspx
o http://www.montrealfamilies.ca/Montreal-Families/Directories/Childcare/
o http://www.godaycare.com/quebec/montreal/1
o http://www.ymcaquebec.org/en/Children-Youth/Programs-for-Children-0-12-/Early-
Learning-and-Care-/Daycare
BABYSITTERS
o Volunteer Babysitter Directory (SSMU): childcareservicesmcgill@gmail.com
o https://www.care.com/en-ca/profiles/child-care/babysitters/montreal
CLEANING SERVICES
o Montreal Home Cleaners
http://www.themontrealcleaners.ca/
514-582-5802
o Maid Here™ (Maid in Montreal)
http://www.maidinmontreal.ca/
514-993-6243
13 | P a g eLIVING IN MONTREAL
OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE CITY OF MONTREAL
http://www.ville.montreal.qc.ca
PREPARING FOR THE MONTREAL WINTER!
https://www.mcgill.ca/internationalstudents/files/internationalstudents/winter_101_2
017.pdf
TRANSPORTATION
o STM metro/bus ( www.stm.info/English/)
o Montreal Maps (www.mtlmap.com)
MOVIES
o Movies (www.cinemamontreal.com)
o Ticketmaster Montreal (www.admission.com)
Transportation
DINING
o Directory of restaurants and reviews ( www.restomontreal.ca)
o Jeremy & Vinita's Montreal Restaurant Guide (www.cim.mcgill.ca)
14 | P a g ePUBLICATIONS OF INTEREST
CanMEDS Physician Health Guide
http://www.royalcollege.ca/rcsite/canmeds/resources/canmeds-publications-
e#canmeds-physician-health
*This book can also be borrowed from the Wellness Library at the WELL Office
International medical graduates get acculturation advice from a veteran
https://acphospitalist.org/archives/2010/07/img.htm
International medical graduates face daunting challenges; getting help is key to success
https://www.cmpa-acpm.ca/en/advice-publications/browse-articles/2017/international-
medical-graduates-face-daunting-challenges-getting-help-is-key-to-success
Reflecting on the experiences of international medical graduates
https://gmcuk.wordpress.com/2016/09/30/journey-of-an-international-medical-
graduate/
Cultural transition of international medical graduate residents into family practice in
Canada
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4860287/
15 | P a g eUSEFUL CONTACTS
Name Phone E-mail
Postgraduate Medical Education,
Professional and Inter-Hospital Affairs (A)
Associate Dean - Dr. Armand Aalamian adpgme.med
evelyn.constantin
Assistant Dean, PGME - Dr. Evelyn Constantin
General Inquiries postgrad.med
Student Affairs Officer - Annie Vos 514-398-2644 pgofficer.med
514-398-2318 promotionadmin.med
Student Affairs Administrator - Adriana Martins
514-398-2318 pg-education.med
Student Affairs Administrator - Adriana Martins
Student and Resident Affairs
Assistant Dean, Resident Professional Affairs - Dr. Paola Fata paola.fata
Administrative Coordinator WELL Office - Susan Begg 514-398-5836 thewelloffice
martha.chamodraka
WELL Office - Wellness Consultant - Dr. Martha Chamodraka
camila.velez
WELL Office – Wellness Consultant – Camila Velez
Admissions
Admissions Administrator - Roger El Asmar 514-398-1655 admissionspg.med
Fellowships Administrator - Dolly Rabbath 514-398-8264 pgfellows.med
Student Affairs Coordinator - Valerie Alfonso 514-398-2031 pgadm.med
16 | P a g eRegistration
Student Affairs Administrator – Nafeesa Durgahed 514-398-5703 pgregistration.med
Administrative & Student Affairs Coordinator - Ewa Sieminska 5719 resident1.med
Administrative & Student Affairs Coordinator - Frances Walker 5733 resident2.med
Administrative & Student Affairs Coordinator - Paola Colapelle 3378 pgcoordinator.med
Data Processing Coordinator - Franceen Lenoff 5673 dataprocessing.med
Other Contacts
Director of Professional Services (DPS): Contact List
Collège des Médecins du Québec (CMQ): Training Card
The Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA):
Malpractice Coverage
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