Alberta Medical Association
@albertadoctors.bsky.social
The Alberta Medical Association represents Alberta physicians, resident physicians and medical students.
https://www.albertadoctors.org/
https://www.albertadoctors.org/
Joint statement from the AMA Section of General Psychiatry and Section of Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatry:
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November 28, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Joint statement from the AMA Section of General Psychiatry and Section of Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatry:
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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...
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.
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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...
We all know disinformation in health care is problematic. Statements in a recent government news conference reminded us we need to help clarify for Albertans where certain accountabilities really rest. It’s time for another Fact Checkup.
September 16, 2025 at 5:53 PM
We all know disinformation in health care is problematic. Statements in a recent government news conference reminded us we need to help clarify for Albertans where certain accountabilities really rest. It’s time for another Fact Checkup.
New technologies are changing the landscape of health care, creating a new way of working, leading and caring. Join the AMA-ACTT Digital Health Innovation Webinar with Jo Salter and feel better equipped to navigate the future of care. www.albertadoctors.org/news/webinar...
August 25, 2025 at 3:10 PM
New technologies are changing the landscape of health care, creating a new way of working, leading and caring. Join the AMA-ACTT Digital Health Innovation Webinar with Jo Salter and feel better equipped to navigate the future of care. www.albertadoctors.org/news/webinar...
Sick notes, insurance forms, charting, tracking down lab results, working after hours. What does administrative burden look like for you?
Tell @cmadocs.bsky.social & CFIB what’s adding to your paper pile-up to help drive change for physicians across Canada. tinyurl.com/5yesczry%E2%...
Tell @cmadocs.bsky.social & CFIB what’s adding to your paper pile-up to help drive change for physicians across Canada. tinyurl.com/5yesczry%E2%...
August 5, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Sick notes, insurance forms, charting, tracking down lab results, working after hours. What does administrative burden look like for you?
Tell @cmadocs.bsky.social & CFIB what’s adding to your paper pile-up to help drive change for physicians across Canada. tinyurl.com/5yesczry%E2%...
Tell @cmadocs.bsky.social & CFIB what’s adding to your paper pile-up to help drive change for physicians across Canada. tinyurl.com/5yesczry%E2%...
It shouldn't be common in Alberta for a child to be forced to wait more than a year for a mental health and/or developmental care diagnosis. With the school year approaching, pediatrician recruitment, retention and support are required.
July 29, 2025 at 3:28 PM
It shouldn't be common in Alberta for a child to be forced to wait more than a year for a mental health and/or developmental care diagnosis. With the school year approaching, pediatrician recruitment, retention and support are required.
The new Primary Care Physician Compensation Model (PCPCM) has already reached 1000 applicants. Physicians in Alberta are already feeling more supported in their practices. This is a hopeful step in stabilizing primary care practices in our province.
July 28, 2025 at 5:25 PM
The new Primary Care Physician Compensation Model (PCPCM) has already reached 1000 applicants. Physicians in Alberta are already feeling more supported in their practices. This is a hopeful step in stabilizing primary care practices in our province.
Physicians across Alberta go above and beyond for their patients. Do you have a story to share? www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...
July 10, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Physicians across Alberta go above and beyond for their patients. Do you have a story to share? www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...
Read the Alberta Medical Association, State of Health Care 2025 Report. This report captures perspectives, experiences and stories from patients across Alberta. www.albertadoctors.org/media/lkajx2...
July 7, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Read the Alberta Medical Association, State of Health Care 2025 Report. This report captures perspectives, experiences and stories from patients across Alberta. www.albertadoctors.org/media/lkajx2...
June is National Indigenous History Month, with June 21 recognized as National Indigenous Peoples Day. This month and beyond, the AMA and its members remain committed to supporting and engaging in efforts that promote health equity for all.
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June 21, 2025 at 2:26 PM
June is National Indigenous History Month, with June 21 recognized as National Indigenous Peoples Day. This month and beyond, the AMA and its members remain committed to supporting and engaging in efforts that promote health equity for all.
www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/na...
www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/na...
As of today, Friday, June 20, Alberta has reached 1,020 cases of measles. The virus continues to take a toll on our strained health care system. Immunization and effective public health policy is needed immediately to slow the spread.
June 20, 2025 at 7:24 PM
As of today, Friday, June 20, Alberta has reached 1,020 cases of measles. The virus continues to take a toll on our strained health care system. Immunization and effective public health policy is needed immediately to slow the spread.