Family Medicine & Enhanced Skills (FAMES) Integrated 3-Year Program (I3P)
**This program is only open to PGY1 residents enrolled at the University of Toronto**
DFCM Family Medicine and Enhanced Skills (FAM-ES) Integrated 3-Year Program
APPLICATION PERIOD: FEBRUARY 2–MARCH 2, 2026
Three positions are available in Palliative Care, Sport & Exercise Medicine and Addiction Medicine. The FAM-ES program integrates PGY3 content in one of the above areas alongside core family medicine during the PGY2 and PGY3 years. Upon completion, graduates will be eligible to apply for the appropriate CCFP PGY3 designation, and write the CCFP Family Medicine certification exam in the fall or spring of their PGY3 year.
Important: Residents accepted into FAM-ES will not be eligible for additional Enhanced Skills training at the DFCM after completing this integrated program.
Our vision is to graduate family physicians who provide comprehensive care and meet complex patient needs. We aim to train physicians who:
- Deliver team-based, comprehensive family practice
- Address the needs of diverse communities
- Provide enhanced clinical care for complex patient populations
We are seeking motivated, self-directed, and flexible learners interested in integrating Palliative Care, Sport & Exercise Medicine, or Addiction Medicine into their residency and future practice. Participants will also contribute to program evaluation and education scholarship related to FAM-ES.
Note: Prior electives in these areas are not required for application.
How to apply to FAM-ES I3P
Before applying, please speak with your Site Program Director to ensure their support for making the necessary scheduling arrangements to integrate your core and PGY3 training. Flexibility and self-direction will be key. Depending on your home site, you may be required to travel to other GTA sites for certain rotations.
Interviews will be held in March 2026 and candidates will be notified in early to mid-April 2026. The FAM-ES Program will commence on August 24, 2026.
Applications will be accepted between February 2, 2026 to March 2, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Please submit the following documents by completing the Enhanced Skills Online Application Form (this link is only active during the application period):
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Intent*
- Letter of Support from your Site Program Director, which includes a review of rotation assessments (i.e. ITERs) and a review of the resident’s communication skills, self-direction and professionalism.
- One letter of reference from a PGY1 supervisor
* Letter of Intent (Max 1000 words) : The purpose of the Letter of Intent is to inform the selection committee of your goals, career aspirations, and skills that prepare you for success in the FAM-ES program. Please include:
- What are your career goals that would be supported by the FAM-ES program?
- What skills have you developed that prepare you to be successful in this new program?
- What are the learning objectives that you would like to pursue in the program?
- What personal or professional characteristics make you a strong candidate for the program in its pilot phase?
- Confirm that you are committed to completing the full three years of training, including sitting the CCFP exam in the PGY3 year
- Confirm that you have spoken with your Site Program Director, have his or her support to participate and that they have agreed to write a letter of support
- Confirm agreement to participate in the program evaluation and education scholarship related to the FAM-ES program
FAM-ES I3P information session
We will host an information session for interested candidates on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 6:00 pm.
Register in advance by February 4, 2026 (link sent to PGY1 cohort by email). After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. PGY3 Program Directors will be available during the webinar to answer questions. Current residents may also attend or be available by email during the application period.
If you have further questions about the FAM-ES program, please contact Dr. Vaibhav Kamble (vaibhav.kamble@utoronto.ca). Any questions about the application process can be directed to Valerie Hilderal (fammed.enhanced@utoronto.ca).