Trainee Review Programs (TRPs)
Through the work of the Canadian Cardiovascular Society (CCS) Trainee Committee, CCS trainees identified the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) examination preparation as a critical milestone in the transition from “school to work”. Hence the CCS/CCSA Canadian Cardiovascular Society Academy Trainee
Review Programs (TRPs) were established.
Program Benefits
The TRPs provide trainees with realistic exposure to the examination process and offer an opportunity for feedback from faculty. It places their knowledge and exam writing skills to the test and provides them with an overview of all aspects of the exam. In addition, they have the opportunity to network with program faculty and fellow trainees from across Canada.
Past TRPs
2020 Adult Cardiology TRP (AC TRP)
AC TRP 2020 Faculty picture
The 2020 Adult Cardiology TRP (AC TRP) chaired by Dr. Sarah Ramer was delivered virtually on April 24-26 via Zoom. It was a huge success and we want to thank the outstanding faculty and all the trainees who participated!“
“I appreciate that the course was done virtually rather than being cancelled. It was very helpful and too good to be cancelled.” – 2020 ACTRP Participant
2020 Cardiac Surgery TRP (CS TRP)
The 2020 Cardiac Surgery TRP (CS TRP) chaired by Dr. Jessica Forcillo was held on February 7-8 in Montreal at the Delta Hotel by Marriott. It was a huge success and we want to thank the outstanding faculty and all the trainees who participated!
“Excellent sessions, very fast pace. Great review of relevant papers. Appreciate the written step by step TAVR recipe. Realistic oral exam questions and setting. Would recommend for all PGY 5/6 residents.” – 2020 CS TRP Participant
2020 Pediatric Cardiology TRP (PC TRP)
The 2020 Pediatric Cardiology TRP (PC TRP) chaired by Dr. Carolina Escudero was delivered virtually on May 1-3 via Zoom. It was a huge success and we want to thank the outstanding faculty and all the trainees who participated!
“I would definitely recommend this to anyone who will take the exam. It gives you a sense of confidence to know what you’re up against and possibly a new study group to help get though it.” – 2020 PC TRP Participant
Support the TRP and CCSA
The TRP is supported through donations provided from the Canadian Cardiovascular Society – and by individual members of the Academy and other organizations and individuals with an interest in advancing its objectives.
Make the CCSA part of your planned giving! To make a donation or to find out more about the Academy, contact us at membership@ccs.ca.