Family medicine is the foundation of our health system and Primary Care Networks (PCNs) strengthen that foundation. Reducing PCN capacity without a stable plan will put unnecessary pressure back on stand-alone family physicians, walk-in clinics and ERs. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...

Albertans rely heavily on our health care system; the AMA's State of Health Care report shows that 90% of adults accessed health care in the past year. As our population ages, the need for access to care increases. Read the report: www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

Alberta Lighthouse Initiative is looking for Expressions of Interest from Alberta-based Health Service Delivery Partners to shape innovative care models to improve cardiometabolic health. Submit an EOI today: @novonordisk.bsky.social @albertainnovates.bsky.social albertainnovates.ca/funding/albe...

The AMA's second annual State of Health Care report shows Albertans are confident in the quality and skill of their physicians and health care teams, but have less confidence in the system's ability to provide timely access to care when and where it's needed. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...

June 27th is Canadian Multiculturalism Day. This day recognizes the many cultural communities, including Canada's International Medical Graduates (IMGs) who bring skill, talent and diversity to the medical profession and strengthen our vibrant society.

Children should be able to learn, connect and grow without being exposed to harm from digital environments that were not built with their health in mind. Join Canada’s doctor’s and show your support by visiting: bit.ly/4uOigh7

Today, the CMA launched a national public action campaign encouraging Canadians to support kids online through the Safe Social Media Act., which would establish stronger safeguards for children on social media and AI chatbots. Full news release: bit.ly/3SiSYdI

Canadian doctors are seeing a youth mental health crisis unfold in real time. Show your support for safer online spaces for our kids: bit.ly/4uOigh7

Today, government announced an investment in physician compensation. This investment is the result of AMA and government working together to address compensation priorities. Our focus is to ensure every available dollar supports physicians and practices. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...

The AMA’s second annual State of Health Care Report brings together public opinion and patient experiences to highlight what Albertans are experiencing when they access care, highlighting both what is working well in our system and where gaps remain. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

Issues in pediatric mental health arise from access barriers. Families note long wait times for assessments, therapy and specialist referrals, along with limited availability of providers and affordability challenges when public services are unavailable. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

According to the AMA State of Health Care – 2026 Report, nearly half of Alberta children who need mental health support aren’t getting it. "The needs of children cannot wait." - Dr. Brian Wirzba www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

Specialized medical care is rated highly among Albertans, but long wait times are emerging as one of the most urgent challenges in the province’s health system, according to the AMA State of Health Care 2026 Report. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

While Albertans value the care they receive from specialists, long wait times remain a significant and persistent challenge. Findings highlight a growing gap between the quality of care and patients’ ability to access it when they need it. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

Timely access to family doctors is a significant barrier to Albertans' access to care. The AMA State of Health Care 2026 Report cites that 78% of walk-in clinic users go because they cannot see their family doctor quickly enough. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

According to new findings from the State of Health Care 2026 Report by the AMA, family physicians remain a pivotal point of care in Alberta’s health system, but persistent challenges with timely access are forcing many patients to seek care elsewhere. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day and marks the beginning of ceremony season for many Indigenous Peoples. This day offers an opportunity to honour and recognize the history, strength and resilience of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news-an...

Access to your own electronic health records should be a basic human right, but less than half (47%) of Canadians have access to their health records. Bill S-5, the Connected Care for Canadians Act, will help. Write to your MP today to pass this Bill. bit.ly/4e9PCCf

When health data is ‘locked’, patients are often left filling information gaps that the health system should be able to handle. That’s why we're calling on the federal government to pass #BillS5, the #ConnectedCare for Canadians Act, and we’re asking for your support. Learn more: bit.ly/3QvZmh1

It’s unacceptable for foreign-owned platforms to continue to get rich at the expense of our children’s mental health, privacy and personal safety. That’s why @cmadocs.bsky.social supports the introduction of the Safe Social Media Act. Read more 👇

The CMA applauds the passage in Parliament of Bill S-228, an Act to amend the Criminal Code (sterilization procedures). Thank you to Senator Yvonne Boyer, Members of Parliament, Senators and the many experts and community leaders who contributed evidence throughout the legislative process.

June is National Indigenous History Month; this month is an ideal time to learn about and celebrate Indigenous culture. Read AMA's full statement and find celebrations near you: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news-an...

A patient is a patient. Everyone deserves access to safe, quality health care.

The Tarrant Scholarship supports third-year medical students interested in developing their career in rural medicine. The scholarship funds rural medical education, which helps build a strong rural health system in Alberta. Applications close June 1. www.albertadoctors.org/membership/b...

May 25-29, we are joining RHPAP to celebrate Alberta Rural Health Week and the exceptional work of rural health teams! "I am grateful for all rural medicine has allowed me to do and excited by the incredible things to come."- Dr. Ram, President, Section of Rural Medicine

Decisions about our health system move quickly. Now more than ever, we encourage physician members to join an AMA committee. Applications close May 29. albertadoctors.org/news/publications/presidents-letter/we-need-you-ama-board-and-committee-opportunities/

Everywhere and every day, family doctors are part of Albertans’ lives. On World Family Doctor Day, we celebrate the family doctors who are there for their patients at every age and every stage as trusted experts, connectors, cheerleaders and health advocates.

Alberta’s 2026 wildfire season has begun. The AMA has gathered information for members about various insurance options and encourages physicians to consider their situation and risk to ensure sufficient coverage. Learn more on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/membership/b...

It is our firm belief that changes to Alberta’s health care system, especially major shifts like dual practice, must be evidence-informed and physician-guided. AMA's Dual Practice Task Force has submitted proposed safeguards to government. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...

AMA’s Edmonton office is now officially open at our new location: #200, 5083 Windermere Boulevard SW, Edmonton We look forward to continuing our work on behalf of physicians, medical learners and Alberta’s health system from our new Edmonton home!

The 2026 CMHA #CanadaMentalHealthWeek theme is "Stronger connections. Better mental health." AMA's Physician and Family Support Program connects members with confidential peer supports who understand the unique pressures and realities of medical practice. www.albertadoctors.org/membership/b...

May 5 is the National Day of awareness and remembrance for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQI+ people, also known as “Red Dress Day". This solemn event demands collective action from all sectors, including health care. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news-an...

Health care is constantly moving forward because of the grit, creativity and advocacy of physicians. Celebrate a physician's work by submitting a nomination for a @themedicalpost.bsky.social award. canadianhealthcarenetwork.ca/2026-medical...

On #nationalphysiciansday and every day, physicians make outstanding contributions to the medical profession and Albertans' lives. Recognize your physician by nominating them for an AMA achievement award. www.albertadoctors.org/membership/b...

Physicians are there for Canadians in moments that matter most, offering help, hope and healing. On National Physicians' Day - and every day - we thank physicians for all they do. #nationalphysiciansday www.albertadoctors.org/news/news-an...

Bill 29 proposes self-referred private-pay diagnostic and lab screening without physician referral. This removes the key role physicians have in choosing and interpreting tests. Medical need, not a credit card, should determine the path to care. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...

Across the world, risks of RSV are proven to decrease when proper prevention tactics, including immunization programs, are in place. Sources: www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.... pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38857952/ doi.org/10.1016/S147... doi.org/10.1101/2025...

Dr. John Bradley has been acclaimed to the position of Alberta Medical Association President-Elect for 2026-27. Dr. Bradley will assume the President-Elect role at the close of the 2026 AMA Fall Representative Forum. www.albertadoctors.org/about/govern...

The health care costs for infants under 6 months with RSV make up nearly half of the total cost for RSV care in the Canadian health care system. With proper protection, including expanded infant immunization programs, these costs can be mitigated. www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

Physicians and other experts across Alberta make exceptional contributions to improve health care in our province. Help celebrate their work by nominating them for an AMA Achievement Award! Nomination deadline is April 30: www.albertadoctors.org/membership/b...

Alberta is one of only two provinces that does not offer a universal infant RSV immunization program, which would protect young children from severe illness and hospitalizations. Pediatricians are pushing for an expanded infant RSV vaccine program. medicinehatnews.com/news/local-n...

The Alberta Medical Association Edmonton office is relocating. The official move takes place on April 23 and the new office will open on May 4. AMA phone and fax numbers remain unchanged and mail will be forwarded. New address: #200, 5083 Windermere Blvd SW, Edmonton, AB T6W 0J5

Children under four are most susceptible to being infected with RSV. Without proper disease protection, their limited immune systems face a higher risk of serious infection and lifelong complications. www.alberta.ca/stats/dashbo...

New Interim Federal Health Program changes will require co-payments for prescriptions and supplementary health services. Costs for care create barriers for vulnerable patients and strain the health care system. IFHP must remain accessible. Add your voice: www.cma.ca/get-involved...

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a contagious virus that causes more hospitalizations among young children than influenza. We need to protect this vulnerable population.

Now that hospitalist stipend payment models have ended, the AMA continues to work with government to implement changes to modernize clinical ARPs. Changes to payment models must be implemented collaboratively to sustain patient care and physician practice. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...

To better understand physician perspectives on medical assistance in dying (MAID) and Alberta’s proposed Bill 18, the AMA conducted a recent Pulse Survey. An executive summary is now available. Learn more in the President’s Letter: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...

A message from the AMA's Section of Pediatrics: RSV is the #1 cause of hospitalization for infants under 1 in Canada - but it’s preventable. www.albertadoctors.org/media/zc0ns5...

The #WorldHealthDay theme this year is "Together for health. Stand with science." Science backed health guidance saves lives. When we engage, support and advocate for evidence-based policies and solutions we contribute to a healthier future.

CMA is hosting Regional Member Forums this spring to connect physicians and ensure our advocacy reflects the needs and priorities of the profession. Join us to discuss the evolving role of AI in health care and key issues across the health system. Locations, dates and registration: bit.ly/4uMa426