Dr. Luca Bresciani

Board-Certified Surgeon job in Canada

Belgium to Australia

Understanding the Person Behind the Professional

I first met Luca Bresciani, a Board-Certified Surgeon from the UK, who was looking to move to Canada. Luca’s primary challenge was managing his time effectively to explore career opportunities while preparing for his board exams. He wanted to secure a job offer before taking two months off to focus solely on his studies, but the timing was critical.

Luca was also over the age of 35, which made him ineligible for the International Experience Canada (IEC) visa. This added another layer of complexity to his move, as he needed to explore other visa pathways that would allow him to work in Canada.
With my expertise in international recruitment and deep knowledge of Canadian visa requirements, I was confident we could find the right solution for Luca’s career aspirations while ensuring that the visa process wouldn’t interfere with his study time.

Uncovering What Truly Matters

Luca’s goals were clear from the start:
• Secure a role in Canada that would allow him to pursue his career goals as a Board-Certified Surgeon.

  • Ensure he had enough time to focus exclusively on his board exams, without the pressure of job hunting.
  • Explore visa pathways that would allow him to work in Canada despite his ineligibility for the IEC visa.

We discussed several opportunities and clinics that could offer the right environment for Luca’s professional and personal growth, but it was essential to find a role that fit his timeline and legal requirements. The job search had to align with Luca’s study schedule, so we needed to start early enough to secure an offer before his exam preparations began.

Dr Luca Bresciani

Our Approach: Depth, Detail & Dedication

Given Luca’s specific circumstances, we took a careful and strategic approach to ensure he could move forward with his plans:

  • Educating Luca’s prospective employers on the timing of his availability, as he wouldn’t be able to start until at least eight months after securing the position, giving him time to focus on his exams.
  • Exploring other visa options, such as the LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment), that would allow Luca to work legally in Canada. I also ensured that if, for any reason, Luca did not pass his board exams, he would still be eligible to work in Canada, a crucial consideration for his peace of mind.
  • Arranging for Luca to visit the clinic before making a final decision. The clinic covered all expenses for the trip, which allowed Luca to not only assess the working environment but also explore the Canadian lifestyle to see if it was a place he’d like to settle long-term.
  • Carefully managing the timeline and working closely with the client to ensure that Luca’s visa options, particularly the LMIA route, were aligned with both his career goals and legal work requirements.


This thorough approach ensured that Luca could explore his options without unnecessary pressure, securing a job that met both his professional aspirations and his visa requirements.

Personalised Guidance Along the Way

Throughout the process, I supported Luca in several key ways:

  • Helping him plan his job search early enough to secure a position that would allow him to focus entirely on his board exams.
  • Preparing him for interviews, focusing on how he could highlight his expertise as a Board-Certified Surgeon while addressing his specific concerns about the timing of his availability.
  • Guiding Luca through the visa application process, ensuring he understood all the requirements for the LMIA and work permits, and helping him plan accordingly.
  • Facilitating Luca’s visit to the clinic, which provided him with a firsthand experience of the clinic and life in Canada. This trip helped Luca make a more informed decision about whether this was the right opportunity for him.
  • Ensuring regular check-ins and providing ongoing emotional and logistical support, ensuring Luca felt confident and informed throughout the entire process.

By providing this support, I helped Luca stay focused on his goals and feel confident in his decision-making at every step of the way.

A Shift in Job Perspective

As the process unfolded, Luca’s confidence grew. He transitioned from feeling uncertain about how to balance his career goals with his study schedule to feeling:

  • Confident that he could secure a job offer that aligned with his long-term goals.
  • Reassured that his visa situation, even if he didn’t pass his exams, would still allow him to work in Canada.
  • Excited about the opportunity to explore life in Canada and embrace new professional challenges in a different environment.


With the right support and a clear path forward, Luca was able to navigate the complexities of the process with ease.

The Result: A Role That Fits

Luca successfully secured a role as a Board-Certified Surgeon in Toronto. The opportunity allowed him to focus on his exams while knowing that his career was already on track.

Since relocating, Luca has embraced life in Canada. He is now enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Toronto, celebrating the local weather, and exploring the city’s outdoor activities. His professional life is thriving, and his quality of life has greatly improved as he adjusts to the Canadian lifestyle.

The careful planning and strategic approach we took ensured that Luca’s transition to Canada was smooth and successful.

Insights from the Process

Luca’s journey underscores the importance of early planning when considering an international career move. By starting the process early, Luca was able to secure a position in Canada while ensuring he had the time and space needed to prepare for his board exams.

His story also highlights how critical it is to understand and navigate visa pathways, especially in complex situations like Luca’s.

At Global Talent Partners, we specialize in finding solutions for candidates in similar positions, offering guidance and expertise every step of the way.

Dr Luca Bresciani

His Experience in His Own Words

Gemma and the team at Global Talent Partners made what could have been a very stressful and complicated process feel effortless. They understood my unique situation and helped me navigate the visa requirements, all while ensuring I could focus on my board exams.
The visit to the clinic and experience of Canada was invaluable in helping me make my decision. I’m now settled in Toronto, enjoying life and work in Canada, and I couldn’t have done it without their expert guidance and support.

Are you looking for a Board-Certified Surgeon job in Canada?

Gemma has been working in recruitment since 2016 and has helped many people find roles all across the world. Read more about how Gemma can help you find a Board-Certified Surgeon job in Canada.

If you own a veterinary practice or are responsible for recruiting veterinarians and are looking to recruit a Specialist Surgeon in the New South Wales area, get in touch at [email protected]

About our Consultant

GEMMA CZECH

Veterinary Recruitment Consultant

Hi, my name is Gemma and I am a Veterinary recruitment consultant for Global talent partners.

I have been a qualified Veterinary Nurse for 15 years and was an area Manager for one of the UK’s leading corporates. As part of my role, I was extensively involved in recruiting and working with Veterinary specialists from across the globe.

Having that working knowledge, combined with GTP’s established recruitment process, has enabled me to build networks of specialists which continues to grow daily…