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.
Upcoming Events – 2026 information coming shortly.
Past TRPs
2025 Pediatric Cardiology TRP (PC TRP)
Chair: Dr. Carolina Escudero (Edmonton, AB)
Date: October 3, 2025 and October 22, 2025
Location: CCC 2025 in Quebec City
“It was great. I will recommend it to the junior fellows!” Keep on the hard work, valuable course, I will recommend to the next years” – 2025 PC TRP Participants
2025 Adult Cardiology TRP (AC TRP)
Chair: Dr. Eric Yu
Date: November 28-30, 2025
Location: Toronto, ON
“Thank you very much for a great review program. It was very good to prepare for oral exam.”
“Amazing course. Very helpful. Thanks a lot for the organization!”
– 2025 AC TRP Participants
2026 Cardiac Surgery TRP (CS TRP)
Co-chairs: Drs. Holly Smith and Aly Ghoneim Date: January 30 to February 1, 2026
Location: Montreal, QC
“Thank you to the faculty instructors; this is an important opportunity pre royal college. Thank you to the CCS staff for coordinating and keeping us company.”
– 2025 AC TRP Participants
Support the TRP and CCSA
The TRP is supported through donations provided from the Canadian Cardiovascular Society – and by individual members 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 click here or contact us at membership@ccs.ca.