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NOC 31101 — Specialists in surgery

TEER 1 · Professional (university degree) · Eligible for Express Entry (CEC and FSWP)

Specialists in surgery perform and supervise surgical procedures. Specialists in surgery usually work in hospitals. Residents in training to become specialists in surgery are included in this unit group.

Main duties

Specialists in surgery

• Treat diseases, injuries, and deformities by invasive, minimally-invasive, or non-invasive surgical methods, such as using instruments, appliances, or by manual manipulation.

Obstetricians and gynecologists

• Provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth. Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general medical care to women. May perform both medical and gynecological surgery functions.

Ophthalmologists

• Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and injuries of the eyes and related structures.

Urologists

• Diagnose, treat, and help prevent benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the renal glands.

Other specialists in surgery

• Assess patients’ diseases or disorders to determine appropriate surgical procedures
• Perform and supervise surgical procedures to correct physical abnormalities and deficiencies and repair injuries
• Act as consultants to other physicians.

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