Moving to Ontario as a U.S. Physician: What You Need to Know with Samantha Tulipano

Thinking about practicing medicine in Ontario? 🇨🇦 In this episode of The Interesting MD Podcast, host Dr. Rob Beck sits down with Samantha Tulipano, Director of Registration and Membership at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), to unpack the updated licensing rules for U.S.-trained doctors. Samantha explains how recent policy changes have removed key barriers, like mandatory supervision and costly assessments, making it easier than ever for U.S. physicians to gain independent licensure in Ontario. She outlines: Who qualifies under the new pathways How board-eligible doctors can apply with supervised licenses Streamlined application steps through the CPSO portal CME and professional development requirements They also discuss practical tips for navigating the process and what U.S. doctors should know before applying. If you’re a U.S. physician curious about moving north, this episode is a clear and encouraging roadmap. Learn more at https://www.cpso.on.ca/ Chapters: 00:00 INTRO 03:35 Streamlining US Physicians' Ontario Integration 09:40 Physician Application Support System 12:34 Immigration and Medical Education Query 14:36 Physician Registration Process Online 17:06 "Interesting MD: Connect & Subscribe" Podcast Link https://theinterestingmd.podbean.com YouTube Link    / @interestingmd   Website Link https://www.interestingmd.com/ Have a content suggestion? Email us at Ideas@interestingmd.com Email me at Rob@interestingmd.com