Alberta Medical Association

#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...

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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Welcome to Dr. Jennifer Bestard | AMA The Alberta Medical Association is pleased to announce that Dr. Jennifer Bestard has officially assumed the role of ...

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...

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

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.
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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.

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

Statement from AMA President on measles death in Alberta: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/am...

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 ...

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...

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...

AMA statement on NDTR | AMA The Alberta Medical Association recognizes September 30th as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR). This ...

AMA recognizes September 30 as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. As physicians, we play a role in educating and advocating for Indigenous health, safety and care in our system. Full statement:
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Congratulations to the recipients of AMA's various achievement awards presented at tonight's President's Dinner!

Today(Friday) and Saturday the 27 is the fall 2025 AMA Representative Forum (RF)🍂. The RF meets at least twice a year to set direction for the AMA and includes representatives from all sectors of the profession across the province. www.albertadoctors.org/about/govern...

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...

Vaccination shenanigans | Alberta Doctors' Digest Don’t call it progress

"An update on the history of vaccination would be eye-opening for many, especially if it included the shenanigans of citizens and politicos everywhere, foregoing basic public health prudence to then become indignant or remorseful at eventual discovery." add.albertadoctors.org/issues/septe...

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.

Thx to all the organizations involved in the #ScienceMatters National Statement!

Including: @cmadocs.bsky.social @albertadoctors.bsky.social @scienceupfirst.bsky.social @royalcollege.bsky.social @doctorsofbc.bsky.social @ontariosdoctors.bsky.social et al.🙏

This is a crisis. Let's stand together!

Canada Says, #ScienceMatters! CMA, provincial and territorial medical associations are joining Canadian medical, research and clinical organizations to stand up for #ScienceMatters In Canada and around the world, science is under ...

When people act on false health claims, they miss out on proven treatments, put themselves at risk and strain our #CDNhealth system. That's how #misinformation harms and it's why we must act. Canada's medical, research & clinical community is speaking up: #ScienceMatters.
Our joint statement 👇

On #WorldSuicidePreventionDay it's important to"Change the Narrative"shifting from stigma and silence to understanding for systemic change.
Call the PFSP Assistance Line 24/7/365 to access confidential support 1.877.767.4637 www.albertadoctors.org/membership/b...
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Confessions of an Ex-Anti-Vaxxer - Macleans.ca I spent years spouting conspiracy theories about vaccines. Now, as measles rages in my home of Alberta, I’m trying to convince vax-hesitant parents to inoculate their kids.

Getting vaccinated is critical. When patients are hesitant or resistant to vaccination, this article demonstrates that compassion, patience and understanding are the path forward. Public health is most effective when we work together. macleans.ca/longforms/co...

CMA stands with U.S. doctors, urges decisions be based on science and facts Childhood vaccines prevent illness and save lives. The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) stands with our colleagues at the American Medical Association (AMA) in calling on Florida to reverse its plan...

The Canadian Medical Association stands with our colleagues at the American Medical Association (AMA) in calling on Florida to reverse its plans to end all vaccine mandates, including those required for school attendance.
Our statement ⬇️

In the week following International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31, we want to amplify CSAM'S call for greater public understanding & evidence-based federal & provincial public policy for Canadians affected by the opioid epidemic & toxic drug crisis. csam-smca.org/wp-content/u...

CMA, AFMC celebrate sovereignty of medical school accreditation in Canada As we mark the beginning of another academic cycle, the Association of Faculties of Medicine (AFMC) and the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) are pleased to celebrate the first medical school year un...

The AFMC & the CMA are pleased to celebrate the first medical school year under a fully sovereign Canadian accreditation system. We stand together in support of access to education, diversity in the medical profession and #AccessToCare for equity-deserving populations in Canada and around the world.

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...

Why we need informed reform - Two cases | AMA This week, two major flashpoints have captured attention across social and traditional media: Alberta’s COVID vaccine ...

Alberta needs informed reform. This week:
- COVID vaccine access still inequitable
- AISH overhaul threatens disabled patients' income
We urge gov’t to consult physicians & communities before policy rollout. Evidence must lead reform. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...

New COVID-19 vaccine policy: Why we are concerned | AMA The Alberta government has introduced significant changes to the way Albertans will access COVID-19 vaccines this fall. ...

Albertans now need to pre-order, book and pay for their COVID-19 vaccines. Public health protection should not be a privilege. User-pay models risk uptake and create cost and access barriers. This is not about politics, it’s about protecting Albertans’ health. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...

Alberta’s COVID-19 vaccine booking system is open: bookvaccine.alberta.ca/vaccine/s/pr.... Recent changes in Alberta's vaccine policy have raised concerns about barriers to access protection. We share these concerns. Vaccination works best when it’s equitable, timely and accessible to all.

The 120th AMA Annual General Meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 7. This meeting will include proposed changes to the AMA Bylaws and elections.
Details will be provided with the AGM report circulated prior to the meeting. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/60...

Admissions now open for U of L’s Southern Alberta Medical Program It will mark the first time that soon-to-be doctors will receive their entire education at the University of L...

Medical students can now receive their entire education at the University of Lethbridge with the new Southern Alberta Medical Program. Training in community-integrated settings like this will increase rural and regional health care access in Alberta.
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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%...

Measles out of control ahead of September school start, doctors warn | CBC News Several Alberta doctors are warning the province could face "a perfect storm" as measles outbreaks balloon and children head back to school in September.

"A perfect storm where our children, grandchildren, nephews and nieces and family members will be at increased risk of getting measles". Measles is not a routine illness and poses serious risks. As September approaches, immunization is essential. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

AMA builds community-driven continuing care vision | AMA In our ongoing work to advance informed reform, we’ve introduced a new framework: the Safety Net, recently endorsed by ...

Infrastructure matters in continuing care, but it’s community-based programs that keep Albertans healthy and out of hospitals. Our The Safety Net framework highlights the role of these vital programs in stronger continuing care.
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