Alberta Medical Association
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The Alberta Medical Association represents Alberta physicians, resident physicians and medical students.
https://www.albertadoctors.org/
https://www.albertadoctors.org/
Workforce solutions require careful design and are being appropriately addressed through the current physician master agreement.
January 25, 2026 at 12:31 AM
Workforce solutions require careful design and are being appropriately addressed through the current physician master agreement.
Alberta's acute care system requires sustained actions that lead to meaningful improvements.
Read the full President's Letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Read the full President's Letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
January 19, 2026 at 11:48 PM
Alberta's acute care system requires sustained actions that lead to meaningful improvements.
Read the full President's Letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Read the full President's Letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
242 physicians signed onto the @edmontonjournal op‑ed: ‘Alberta’s overcrowded ERs need system‑wide fixes'. We are ready to work with ACA and the Ministry of Hospital and Surgical Health Services on collaborative solutions. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/ab...
January 13, 2026 at 10:02 PM
242 physicians signed onto the @edmontonjournal op‑ed: ‘Alberta’s overcrowded ERs need system‑wide fixes'. We are ready to work with ACA and the Ministry of Hospital and Surgical Health Services on collaborative solutions. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/ab...
AMA statement in support of physician advocacy:
January 10, 2026 at 9:07 PM
AMA statement in support of physician advocacy:
As leaders, we must continue to put forward a vision of an "optimal" system for every Albertan — one that moves beyond reactive "sick-care" toward a model of high-value investment.
Read the full president's letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Read the full president's letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
January 9, 2026 at 6:13 PM
As leaders, we must continue to put forward a vision of an "optimal" system for every Albertan — one that moves beyond reactive "sick-care" toward a model of high-value investment.
Read the full president's letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Read the full president's letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
The doctor-patient relationship is vital to care. Dr. Chadha was nominated for the AMA Shine a light Program for her exceptional care and profound relationships with her patients. Learn about Dr. Chadha and nominate your physician:
www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...
www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...
January 5, 2026 at 10:04 PM
The doctor-patient relationship is vital to care. Dr. Chadha was nominated for the AMA Shine a light Program for her exceptional care and profound relationships with her patients. Learn about Dr. Chadha and nominate your physician:
www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...
www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...
Statement from Alberta Medical Association President, Dr. Brian Wirzba: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/st...
December 28, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Statement from Alberta Medical Association President, Dr. Brian Wirzba: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/st...
A thank you goes a long way. The JPAC Shine On Gratitude Program gives physicians the opportunity to thank their colleagues for their acts of kindness, big and small. Thank you. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...
December 23, 2025 at 7:22 PM
A thank you goes a long way. The JPAC Shine On Gratitude Program gives physicians the opportunity to thank their colleagues for their acts of kindness, big and small. Thank you. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...
Respiratory viruses are rapidly increasing across Alberta. These cases pose a high risk for children, the immunocompromised and the unvaccinated. Please ensure you are staying safe and healthy this season:
December 17, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Respiratory viruses are rapidly increasing across Alberta. These cases pose a high risk for children, the immunocompromised and the unvaccinated. Please ensure you are staying safe and healthy this season:
Joint statement from the AMA Section of General Psychiatry and Section of Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatry:
www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/ev...
www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/ev...
November 28, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Joint statement from the AMA Section of General Psychiatry and Section of Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatry:
www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/ev...
www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/ev...
"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...
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...
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 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...
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...
Join AMA for the 120th AGM on October 7 at 6:30 p.m. Hear from our leaders as they reflect on the past year and how AMA is preparing for the exciting year ahead! Members must register by 4 p.m. on Monday, October 6, to vote. www.albertadoctors.org/about/govern...
October 2, 2025 at 10:32 PM
Join AMA for the 120th AGM on October 7 at 6:30 p.m. Hear from our leaders as they reflect on the past year and how AMA is preparing for the exciting year ahead! Members must register by 4 p.m. on Monday, October 6, to vote. www.albertadoctors.org/about/govern...
Congratulations to the recipients of AMA's various achievement awards presented at tonight's President's Dinner!
September 27, 2025 at 1:29 AM
Congratulations to the recipients of AMA's various achievement awards presented at tonight's President's Dinner!
This year’s Annual Report takes a narrative approach, highlighting how Alberta’s physicians and the AMA are leading through major changes in the health care system. The 2024–25 AMA Annual Report and AGM Package are now available on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/media/yngpop...
September 23, 2025 at 8:27 PM
This year’s Annual Report takes a narrative approach, highlighting how Alberta’s physicians and the AMA are leading through major changes in the health care system. The 2024–25 AMA Annual Report and AGM Package are now available on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/media/yngpop...