FAQ
What is the Supplemental Emergency Medicine Experience (SEME) program?
This is a new training program for family physicians funded through the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care that is being offered through the Department of Family and Community Medicine, University of Toronto. SEME began as a pilot project in 2012 to help support the delivery of emergency medicine services to rural hospitals by enhancing the acute care skills of family physicians working in remote areas of Ontario.
How long is the program?
It is a three-month, full-time enhanced skills program that includes 8 weeks of rotation through Emergency Medicine departments in the Toronto area with the option of supervised placements at semi-rural hospitals that are affiliated with ROMP. Participants are able to tailor a 4 week block of their fellowship to specific learning needs pertinent to their EM practice (ICU, Anesthesia, Trauma). Learners also meet once a week for additional academic sessions.
Note: The SEME program is a full-time training commitment. To ensure the best possible learning experience, participants are expected to refrain from any additional clinical work during the fellowship period, including moonlighting.
Where does the SEME program exist?
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SEME Toronto will run 2 cohorts per year (September - December & January - April)
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SEME Thunder Bay will run 1 cohort per year, through September - April (3 mth consecutively or non-consecutively)
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SEME Barrie will run 2 cohorts per year (September - December & January - April)
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All participants will need to be fully registered through U of T Post Graduate office. This can be a lengthy process which includes Vulnerable Sector Screen, immunization records and current mask fit. Please initiate as soon as you receive correspondence from them. There is an associated registration fee.
Is there any remuneration during the program?
This 3 month full time CPD program is offered at no cost to participants. In recognition that participants will not be receiving clinical income during this time, each will also receive a monthly stipend of $12000/mth.
There is additional funding support to offset expenses and accommodation costs if applicable.
What do I receive upon completion of the SEME program?
Participants will receive a certificate of completion from the College of Family Physicians of Canada. The SEME program is accredited for 310 Mainpro+ Certified Group Learning credits after submission of post-course reflection document 3 months after program completion. The program may be recognized for up to 256 hours towards practice eligibility status for the CAC-EM exam (please check with CFPC for confirmation).
What are the eligibility requirements to apply for the SEME program?
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CCFP and newly qualified CCFP practicing physicians may apply for the SEME fellowship program.
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Participants should have an active College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario license.
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Learners ideally have a strong connection with rural Ontario communities with the intent to continue serving them
What does the ideal candidate look like?
The ideal candidate for the SEME program is a family physician interested in providing emergency care in a rural or semi-rural community and who holds knowledge of the core competencies of emergency medicine and is aiming to enhance their existing skills. Rural generalists who have been in practice for years may also wish to use the SEME program to refresh their emergency medicine skills and knowledge. Physicians participating in the SEME program must have an active independent practice license with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO).
Can I apply to both the Toronto and/or Thunder Bay and/or Barrie stream?
Yes, applicants may apply to multiple SEME streams simultaneously. Each site will review applications independently. After interviews, candidates will be asked to rank their site preferences and will be matched accordingly.
