
Addiction Medicine
Welcome to the Addiction Medicine Residency Program at the University of Alberta.
Unique
ADDICTION MEDICINE FOCUS BASED IN FAMILY MEDICINE
ADAPTABLE
OUR PROGRAM IS ABLE TO ACCOMODATE YOUR INTERESTS TO MAKE YOUR ADDICTIONS RESIDENT EXPERIENCE FIT YOUR FUTURE GOALS
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ADDICTION MEDICINE IS AN IN DEMAND FIELD OF MEDICINE THAT IS CONTINUING TO GROW IN RELEVANCE AND SIZE
Interview/CaRMS Specific Information
Interviews will be offered in a panel format and will be virtual.
We are looking for Family Physicians (CCFP required) with outstanding verbal and non-verbal communication skills. They need to be able to actively listen and convey empathy. They must be able to inspire confidence and win the trust of patients and families. They must also work well within the team environment, respecting the rights and dignity of each and every patient, family, and coworker. They must also have strong clinical strengths regarding their ability to gather, synthesize, and act upon complex clinical information.
Contact Us
Dr. Mat Rose
Program Director, Addiction Medicine
mdrose@ualberta.ca
Allison Alberto
Program Administrator
fmes@ualberta.ca
780-492-5562
Welcome to Our Program
Dr. Mat Rose
Program Director
Our Staff
Mat Rose BA MA MD CCFP (AM)
Program Director
Mat has been a family doc working at the Boyle McCauley Health Centre since finishing his Family Medicine residency at the U of Alberta in 1999. He was the Medical Director at the BMHC for 14 years, and continues as Associate Medical Director since 2018. His chequered career includes chairing the group that established the first CPSA Methadone Maintenance Treatment Standards and Guidelines working group, as well as working with and chairing other CPSA committees. Mat was involved in the group that developed the Edmonton North Primary Care Network, and he served on its board for many years, including Secretary/Treasurer for 6 years. In 2016-18 he was a Member of the CFPC Working Group for the Assessment of Competence in Addictions Medicine, which established the Priority Topics and Key Features for Addiction Medicine.
Mat’s non-medical background (and first two degrees) were in language and literature. He enrolled in and dropped out of an MA in Philosophy several years ago, as he was unable to manage both a full time course load and a near full time practice. Philosophical rabbit holes remain one of his favourite things!
But through it all, it is his work as a primary care physician that has kept his feet on the ground, even when his head is in the clouds. Mat believes that unless the treatment of addiction is closely entwined with general primary care, people aren’t receiving the best possible care: this is why he advocates so strongly for an Enhanced Skills program that makes primary care an integral part of Addiction Medicine competence.
Our Program
The program runs for one year and is an Enhanced Skills Program that is accredited by the College of Family Physicians of Canada. Entry into the Addiction Medicine program is contingent on successful completion of the Certification in the College of Family Physicians (CCFP).
Program Highlights

Customizable program to accommodate learner practice interests.



We use the Patient's Medical Home (PMH) model, the future of family practice in Canada. Exposure to this system will enhance your learning experience.

BMHC has 10 family physicians, 6 of which have their CAC AM designation.

Resident support program access in conjunction with Family Medicine Department.
Residency at a Glance
- 50% of clinic time is at the Boyle McCauley Health Centre
- Rotations include horizontal and block time
- In-Hospital addiction consult service
- Chronic Pain clinics
- OAT clinics
- Detox facilities
- Residential and outpatient treatment facilities
Teaching LOCATIONS
Your year will be customized to fit your interests and your placements may include the following sites.
Chronic Pain Management clinics
Detox and Shelters
Residential treatment facilities
Opioid Agonist Therapy clinics
BMHC Resident testimonials
"Coming into residency, my goals were to become a socially accountable, comprehensive family physician that worked within an interdisciplinary team to provide care to patients with structural disadvantages. It was at the Boyle McCauley Health Centre that I was supported to provide total patient, relationship-centered care, and develop skills in addictions medicine and trauma-informed care that incorporated the complex biological, psychological and social needs of our patient population. Here I found my people and I look forward to working with them as a colleague after I graduate." - Linda Lam, MD, CCFP