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Albertans can now book their respiratory illness (influenza, COVID-19, RSV) immunizations. As Alberta heads into peak respiratory virus season, immunization is the best way to protect yourself and others. Book your appointment today: myhealth.alberta.ca/topic/im…
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AMA members voted yes to a three-year agreement with government. The agreement provides stability and a framework to work constructively together. Our focus now is on implementation and making Alberta's health care system work better for patients. albertadoctors.org/news/publ…
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.@CPSA_CA is inviting physicians, other health care professionals, partner organizations and Albertans to provide feedback on the significant changes to Standards of Practice from Bills 11, 13 and 29. Have your voice heard and provide important insight: albertadoctors.org/news/news…
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October 5–11 is National Depression Screening Week. Take the free, anonymous mental health screening quiz at areyoufeelingok.com and check in with your mental health. @YYC_counselling @counselling_ab
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Our 2025-26 Annual Report is now available. This past year brought health system changes and sustained pressures on physicians and patients. Throughout, physicians brought experience and leadership to support the health system and advocate for Albertans. albertadoctors.org/ama-annua…
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Read the 2026/27 AMA President, Dr. Heidi Fell's inaugural address: albertadoctors.org/news/publ…
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On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, as we move toward reconciliACTION, the Indigenous Health Committee has created an Indigenous Health Toolkit to help physicians deliver better culturally informed care for First Nations, Métis and Inuit patients.albertadoctors.org/news/news…
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Congratulations to the 2026 AMA/CMA award recipients. These annual awards include the AMA Member Emeritus, Long Service, Medal of Honour, Compassionate Service, Distinguished Service, Excellence in Rural/Remote Medicine and the CMA Honourary Membership. online.fliphtml5.com/tmgac/c…
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The AMA Fall Representative Forum has been called to order. 🍂This two-day forum brings together representatives across the medical profession to set the overall direction of the AMA to meet the best interests of members and patients. albertadoctors.org/about/gov…
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Dr. Peter B. R. Allen Lifetime Achievement in Health Award recognizes the efforts and achievements of health sector workers who have dedicated their lives to improving the health and well-being of people in this province. Nominations close September 30. alberta.ca/dr-peter-b-r-alle…
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Alberta Medical Association (AMA) retweeted
A School of Public Policy research team wants to hear from Alberta family physicians about the Primary Care Physician Compensation Model.
Your voice can help shape the future of primary care in Alberta.
Take the survey: survey.ucalgary.ca/jfe/form/…
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Care settings may differ. Standards of care shouldn’t. The AMA’s dual practice safeguards call for consistent quality and patient safety standards across all care settings, for every Albertan. albertadoctors.org/practice/…
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Albertans deserve the same standard of care wherever they receive treatment. The AMA’s dual practice safeguards call for consistent quality, safety, infection prevention and reporting standards across all care settings. albertadoctors.org/practice/…
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Access to care depends on people. As dual practice is implemented, safeguards are needed to ensure physicians, nurses and other health professionals remain available where patients need them most, including in rural communities. albertadoctors.org/practice/…
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The Dr. Peter B. R. Allen Lifetime Achievement in Health Award recognizes the contributions of an Albertan who has made positive contributions to the health care system and improved patient outcomes. Learn more and submit a nomination: alberta.ca/dr-peter-b-r-alle…
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Access to care isn't just about the buildings. It's about people. Alberta’s health workforce is finite; in a dual practice system, safeguards are needed to ensure physicians, nurses and health professionals remain available when patients need them most. albertadoctors.org/practice/…
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Any dual-practice system must protect equitable access to publicly funded health care for all Albertans. That means safeguarding access for rural communities, Indigenous communities, people with disabilities and others who already face barriers to care. albertadoctors.org/practice/…
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Alberta's dual-practice model must consider impacts on rural communities, patients with disabilities, Indigenous communities and others who face barriers. Protecting access to public health care means ensuring no community is left behind. albertadoctors.org/practice/…
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Albertans deserve a health system that uses public dollars responsibly. Any dual practice system requires safeguards that enable cost recovery, promote transparency and protect against extra charges for publicly insured health services. albertadoctors.org/practice/…
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Protecting access to public health care requires a sustainable health care system. Albertans need confidence that public resources are being used appropriately in a dual practice system. albertadoctors.org/practice/…
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