Alberta Medical Association
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The Alberta Medical Association represents Alberta physicians, resident physicians and medical students.
https://www.albertadoctors.org/
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Alberta Medical Association statement on vaccine policy and commentary: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/al...
Around 150,187 COVID-19 vaccine doses had been administered for free so far this year. The vaccine is free to people with certain conditions and experts are urging Albertans to double-check if they qualify.
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Think you’re not eligible for a free COVID shot in Alberta? Double check, experts urge | CBC News
Health experts are urging Albertans to double check if they qualify for a free COVID-19 shot, warning the province’s controversial fall immunization campaign is sparking ongoing confusion.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Around 150,187 COVID-19 vaccine doses had been administered for free so far this year. The vaccine is free to people with certain conditions and experts are urging Albertans to double-check if they qualify.
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"Failing to plan is planning to fail."
Alberta's health care system currently lacks the precursors that must be in place for success in balancing public and private care. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Alberta's health care system currently lacks the precursors that must be in place for success in balancing public and private care. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
November 21, 2025 at 9:34 PM
"Failing to plan is planning to fail."
Alberta's health care system currently lacks the precursors that must be in place for success in balancing public and private care. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Alberta's health care system currently lacks the precursors that must be in place for success in balancing public and private care. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Statement by the Alberta Medical Association Section of Laboratory Physicians in response to:
“An Examination of Community Laboratory Services (Contract with DynaLIFE),” published by the Office of the Auditor General of Alberta: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/st...
“An Examination of Community Laboratory Services (Contract with DynaLIFE),” published by the Office of the Auditor General of Alberta: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/st...
November 21, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Statement by the Alberta Medical Association Section of Laboratory Physicians in response to:
“An Examination of Community Laboratory Services (Contract with DynaLIFE),” published by the Office of the Auditor General of Alberta: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/st...
“An Examination of Community Laboratory Services (Contract with DynaLIFE),” published by the Office of the Auditor General of Alberta: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/st...
November 16-22 is National Addiction Awareness Week.
The AMA Physician & Family Support Program (PFSP) is here to support physicians, medical students and residents.
PFSP confidential 24/7 assistance line 1-877-767-4637 www.albertadoctors.org/membership/b... youtu.be/G6ymyx14LMU?...
The AMA Physician & Family Support Program (PFSP) is here to support physicians, medical students and residents.
PFSP confidential 24/7 assistance line 1-877-767-4637 www.albertadoctors.org/membership/b... youtu.be/G6ymyx14LMU?...
PFSP | Alberta Medical Association | AMA
The AMA's Physician and Family Support Program provides confidential support and help with personal health issues and ...
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November 20, 2025 at 4:51 PM
November 16-22 is National Addiction Awareness Week.
The AMA Physician & Family Support Program (PFSP) is here to support physicians, medical students and residents.
PFSP confidential 24/7 assistance line 1-877-767-4637 www.albertadoctors.org/membership/b... youtu.be/G6ymyx14LMU?...
The AMA Physician & Family Support Program (PFSP) is here to support physicians, medical students and residents.
PFSP confidential 24/7 assistance line 1-877-767-4637 www.albertadoctors.org/membership/b... youtu.be/G6ymyx14LMU?...
Today, government introduced Bill 9 legislation invoking the notwithstanding clause to override a court ruling that protects youth access to gender-affirming care. This places government between a patient and their physician, undermining clinical autonomy. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
November 19, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Today, government introduced Bill 9 legislation invoking the notwithstanding clause to override a court ruling that protects youth access to gender-affirming care. This places government between a patient and their physician, undermining clinical autonomy. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
"Albertans deserve a health care system that is sustainable, equitable and designed with transparency and accountability at its core."
Alberta Medical Association statement on Dual Practice in Alberta: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/am...
Alberta Medical Association statement on Dual Practice in Alberta: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/am...
November 18, 2025 at 11:04 PM
"Albertans deserve a health care system that is sustainable, equitable and designed with transparency and accountability at its core."
Alberta Medical Association statement on Dual Practice in Alberta: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/am...
Alberta Medical Association statement on Dual Practice in Alberta: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/am...
AMA Section of Pediatrics letter to the Alberta Government: The recent $100/dose policy for COVID-19 vaccinations and limited administration locations place unnecessary financial and logistical barriers on families and their children. Full letter: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/se...
November 13, 2025 at 6:03 PM
AMA Section of Pediatrics letter to the Alberta Government: The recent $100/dose policy for COVID-19 vaccinations and limited administration locations place unnecessary financial and logistical barriers on families and their children. Full letter: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/se...
More than 25 years after eradicating the disease, Canada has lost its measles elimination status.
It didn’t have to be this way.
Full statement from Alberta Medical Association:
It didn’t have to be this way.
Full statement from Alberta Medical Association:
November 10, 2025 at 8:19 PM
More than 25 years after eradicating the disease, Canada has lost its measles elimination status.
It didn’t have to be this way.
Full statement from Alberta Medical Association:
It didn’t have to be this way.
Full statement from Alberta Medical Association:
New polling captures trust and alignment between Albertans and physicians. Reminding us that the values we hold are shared. From physician wellness, fighting misinformation, mental health care to older adult care, our members' work is pivotal. Thank you. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
November 7, 2025 at 9:02 PM
New polling captures trust and alignment between Albertans and physicians. Reminding us that the values we hold are shared. From physician wellness, fighting misinformation, mental health care to older adult care, our members' work is pivotal. Thank you. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Canada reached measles elimination status in 1998. We are now at risk of losing this status. Elimination was achieved through a unified approach and requires expert, evidence-driven plans and a commitment to making these plans operational. discoverweyburn.com/articles/the...
These doctors helped eliminate measles in '98. Here's how they did it
Dr. Arlene King got measles more than 60 years ago, but she still remembers feeling so weak that getting her shoes on was a challenge. It didn’t take long for King, who was in Grade 1 at the time, to...
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November 3, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Canada reached measles elimination status in 1998. We are now at risk of losing this status. Elimination was achieved through a unified approach and requires expert, evidence-driven plans and a commitment to making these plans operational. discoverweyburn.com/articles/the...
Rural Remote Northern Program retroactive payments will be deposited today. This funding supports patient access to care in communities facing critical physician supply issues.
+ Voting on tentative WCB–AMA Agreement is open until Nov 6!
Learn more: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
+ Voting on tentative WCB–AMA Agreement is open until Nov 6!
Learn more: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
RRNP retroactive payments, WCB agreement vote reminder | AMA
Alberta Health has released Bulletin MED 286, confirming that retroactive payments under the Rural Remote Northern ...
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October 31, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Rural Remote Northern Program retroactive payments will be deposited today. This funding supports patient access to care in communities facing critical physician supply issues.
+ Voting on tentative WCB–AMA Agreement is open until Nov 6!
Learn more: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
+ Voting on tentative WCB–AMA Agreement is open until Nov 6!
Learn more: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Public health is a smart, long-term investment in the health and resilience of Alberta. The invisible infrastructure underpins every aspect of our communities. When it’s under-resourced, the consequences are felt everywhere. It must be supported: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
AMA President's Letter: Public health is the lifeblood of Alberta communities | AMA
Today we launched the latest profile in our Informed Reform campaign: Strengthening Public Health. The article explores ...
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October 31, 2025 at 12:14 AM
Public health is a smart, long-term investment in the health and resilience of Alberta. The invisible infrastructure underpins every aspect of our communities. When it’s under-resourced, the consequences are felt everywhere. It must be supported: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
In 2027, Alberta will launch a new auto insurance model, Care-First. Health care providers are invited to a webinar on Oct 30 hosted by Treasury Board and Finance officials covering parts of the model relevant to physicians and health care stakeholders. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/ca...
Care-First Auto Insurance webinar: What health care providers need to know | AMA
Health care providers are invited to attend a webinar hosted by Treasury Board and Finance officials, where they’ll ...
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October 29, 2025 at 4:16 PM
In 2027, Alberta will launch a new auto insurance model, Care-First. Health care providers are invited to a webinar on Oct 30 hosted by Treasury Board and Finance officials covering parts of the model relevant to physicians and health care stakeholders. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/ca...
Voting on the tentative WCB-AMA Physician Services Compensation Agreement is open for AMA members until Nov 6. The agreement acknowledges the unique nature of WCB-related work and supports patients and physicians. Review the ratification package and vote! www.albertadoctors.org/practice/phy...
Workers' Compensation Board Ratification | Alberta Medical Association | AMA
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October 29, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Voting on the tentative WCB-AMA Physician Services Compensation Agreement is open for AMA members until Nov 6. The agreement acknowledges the unique nature of WCB-related work and supports patients and physicians. Review the ratification package and vote! www.albertadoctors.org/practice/phy...
AMA Section of Pediatrics sent a letter to Minister of Education Nicolaides outlining concerns with the growing gap between children's needs in our classrooms and available classroom resources. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/in...
October 28, 2025 at 9:11 PM
AMA Section of Pediatrics sent a letter to Minister of Education Nicolaides outlining concerns with the growing gap between children's needs in our classrooms and available classroom resources. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/in...
The AMA is well-positioned and ready to work collaboratively to design policies that balance timely access with responsible use of diagnostic resources.
AMA Statement on Privately Purchased Diagnostic Screening and Testing Services: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/am...
AMA Statement on Privately Purchased Diagnostic Screening and Testing Services: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/am...
October 24, 2025 at 7:34 PM
The AMA is well-positioned and ready to work collaboratively to design policies that balance timely access with responsible use of diagnostic resources.
AMA Statement on Privately Purchased Diagnostic Screening and Testing Services: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/am...
AMA Statement on Privately Purchased Diagnostic Screening and Testing Services: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/am...
The Government of Alberta has referred to COVID vaccines as “an expensive intervention,” to justify a vaccine policy based on pre-ordering, radically reducing community access and charging most Albertans to receive the vaccine. Here are the facts. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
October 22, 2025 at 10:08 PM
The Government of Alberta has referred to COVID vaccines as “an expensive intervention,” to justify a vaccine policy based on pre-ordering, radically reducing community access and charging most Albertans to receive the vaccine. Here are the facts. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
AMA and WCB have reached a tentative compensation agreement for physicians who provide services to people injured at work. The agreement is a collaborative effort that supports both physicians and WCB patients. AMA members can now get informed and vote. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
AMA-WCB tentative agreement reached, voting now open | AMA
Negotiating compensation agreements on behalf of Alberta’s physicians is a core function of the AMA. One of the most ...
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October 15, 2025 at 4:54 PM
AMA and WCB have reached a tentative compensation agreement for physicians who provide services to people injured at work. The agreement is a collaborative effort that supports both physicians and WCB patients. AMA members can now get informed and vote. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
#WorldMentalHealthDay
Supporting physicians' mental health supports our health care system. The Physician & Family Support Program gives 24/7 confidential support to Alberta physicians, residents, medical students & their immediate family. ☎️1-877-767-4637 www.albertadoctors.org/membership/b...
Supporting physicians' mental health supports our health care system. The Physician & Family Support Program gives 24/7 confidential support to Alberta physicians, residents, medical students & their immediate family. ☎️1-877-767-4637 www.albertadoctors.org/membership/b...
PFSP | Alberta Medical Association | AMA
The AMA's Physician and Family Support Program provides confidential support and help with personal health issues and ...
www.albertadoctors.org
October 10, 2025 at 3:07 PM
#WorldMentalHealthDay
Supporting physicians' mental health supports our health care system. The Physician & Family Support Program gives 24/7 confidential support to Alberta physicians, residents, medical students & their immediate family. ☎️1-877-767-4637 www.albertadoctors.org/membership/b...
Supporting physicians' mental health supports our health care system. The Physician & Family Support Program gives 24/7 confidential support to Alberta physicians, residents, medical students & their immediate family. ☎️1-877-767-4637 www.albertadoctors.org/membership/b...
AMA statement on Health Minister Mandate letters:
While we appreciate the government’s focus on improving access, innovation and accountability, we are concerned that the mandate letters do not adequately address the need for integration across ministries.
www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/am...
While we appreciate the government’s focus on improving access, innovation and accountability, we are concerned that the mandate letters do not adequately address the need for integration across ministries.
www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/am...
October 9, 2025 at 4:19 PM
AMA statement on Health Minister Mandate letters:
While we appreciate the government’s focus on improving access, innovation and accountability, we are concerned that the mandate letters do not adequately address the need for integration across ministries.
www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/am...
While we appreciate the government’s focus on improving access, innovation and accountability, we are concerned that the mandate letters do not adequately address the need for integration across ministries.
www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/am...
AMA is pleased to announce Dr. Jennifer Bestard as the Executive Vice President of Physician Workforce and Stewardship. She will lead strategic initiatives advancing physician leadership, workforce planning and stewardship across Alberta’s health system. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/we...
Welcome to Dr. Jennifer Bestard | AMA
The Alberta Medical Association is pleased to announce that Dr. Jennifer Bestard has officially assumed the role of ...
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October 8, 2025 at 8:05 PM
AMA is pleased to announce Dr. Jennifer Bestard as the Executive Vice President of Physician Workforce and Stewardship. She will lead strategic initiatives advancing physician leadership, workforce planning and stewardship across Alberta’s health system. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/we...
More than ever before, there’s a feeling that someone on the internet knows better and the distrust seems to be getting worse. If we’re serious about reducing preventable suffering among kids, we need to relearn how to talk across our differences.
thewalrus.ca/how-alberta-...
thewalrus.ca/how-alberta-...
How Alberta Became the Epicentre of Canada’s Measles Outbreak | The Walrus
A virus eradicated from Canada a generation ago just took the life of a newborn
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October 6, 2025 at 6:52 PM
More than ever before, there’s a feeling that someone on the internet knows better and the distrust seems to be getting worse. If we’re serious about reducing preventable suffering among kids, we need to relearn how to talk across our differences.
thewalrus.ca/how-alberta-...
thewalrus.ca/how-alberta-...
For National Depression Screening Day, @yyccounselling.bsky.social has launched a short quiz to check in with your mental health.
From October 6–12, take a free, anonymous quiz at areyoufeelingok.com to check in on how you’re feeling.
#NDSD2025
From October 6–12, take a free, anonymous quiz at areyoufeelingok.com to check in on how you’re feeling.
#NDSD2025
National Depression Screening Day – October 6 to 12, 2025
From October 6–12, check in with your mental health through a short, anonymous, free online quiz. Check in with how you’re feeling and get help if you need it.
areyoufeelingok.com
October 6, 2025 at 4:15 PM
For National Depression Screening Day, @yyccounselling.bsky.social has launched a short quiz to check in with your mental health.
From October 6–12, take a free, anonymous quiz at areyoufeelingok.com to check in on how you’re feeling.
#NDSD2025
From October 6–12, take a free, anonymous quiz at areyoufeelingok.com to check in on how you’re feeling.
#NDSD2025
Statement from AMA President on measles death in Alberta: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/am...
October 3, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Statement from AMA President on measles death in Alberta: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/am...
It's a privilege to serve as AMA president this year. Alberta health care is uncertain, with many wondering: What is the plan? The answers lie in collaboration and team integration. Leading with evidence, compassion and vision, together we are the AMA! www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
We Are the AMA! Inaugural President’s Address | AMA
It is the privilege of a lifetime to serve as AMA president this coming year. I’ve been a part of the AMA for over 20 ...
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October 3, 2025 at 4:31 PM
It's a privilege to serve as AMA president this year. Alberta health care is uncertain, with many wondering: What is the plan? The answers lie in collaboration and team integration. Leading with evidence, compassion and vision, together we are the AMA! www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...