I am a graduate from Oxford College’s Clinical Research Program and would like to recommend it to all the new IMG’s who would like to get back into the Canadian health care profession.

The CRA program designed by Dr. Nicholas is one of the best. He is not only a teacher but a friend, philosopher and guide, and is willing to help us students anytime and in any situation.

The program prepared me to face the fast paced research field and also increased my knowledge about the Canadian healthcare system. The best parts of the program for me were the presentations and placement. During the program we were taught how to give presentations, which I had never done before. I was very nervous during my first presentation, but by the end of the program, I could present my topic without being nervous. The other best part of the course is the placement, and for me it was at The Hospital for Sick Children. It is one of the best hospitals in Canada. During my placement I got the opportunity to recruit subjects for study, conduct interviews with subjects, attend grand medical rounds, help with REB application, help in writing grants, and attend the National Institute of Health (NIH) conference.

All of this was possible as a result of attending the Clinical Research program at Oxford College.

I thank Oxford College and especially Dr. Nicholas for helping me get ready for the research field.

 

Vikas B.