Alberta Medical Association (AMA)

Help our doctors inform the future of health care in Alberta by taking the Alberta Medical Association's survey about your health care experience from 2025. Your voice matters! surveymonkey.com/r/77K6MYY

Last weekend was the 30th anniversary of AMA's Representative Forum, and it was a strong reminder of why the AMA has endured for over 120 years. The AMA unites physicians so we can remain a stabilizing force for our profession, patients and communities. albertadoctors.org/news/publicati…

The AMA Spring Representative Forum has been called to order. This two-day forum brings together representatives across the profession who are responsible for the organization's overall policy direction to serve members' best interests. albertadoctors.org/about/governan…

The latest edition of Alberta Doctors' Digest features an outline of what Albertans should expect from their health care system, the realities of Inuit health, public health's role in longevity and more! add.albertadoctors.org

On #CanadianWomenPhysiciansDay, we celebrate our 317 women physicians who exhibit incredible talent, expertise & compassion that drives our mission forward every day. To all our community @WomeninMD: We see you, we thank you and we celebrate you! @UAlberta_FoMD @Albertadoctors

The theme for this year's International Women's Day is "Give to Gain". When physicians give in areas of women's health research, health care, advocacy and opportunity, colleagues, patients and communities thrive.

AMA members' Continuing Medical Education claim deadline is March 31. This funding (up to $2,200!) reimburses conferences, courses, online learning and practice improvement initiatives. Members can submit for CME $'s on the AMA website or by mail: albertadoctors.org/news/news/clai…

AMA statement on Triage Liaison Physician process:

AMA statement regarding Alberta Budget 2026. Sustaining access to care requires funding that keeps pace, year over year, with population growth, increasing patient complexity and the real costs of delivering care. albertadoctors.org/news/news/ama-…

Lab medicine forms the foundation of clinical decision-making. Around 70–90% of medical decisions rely on lab analysis for accurate diagnosis, treatment and patient care. The "We See You" campaign highlights the vital work of Alberta's lab physicians. albertadoctors.org/news/publicati…

The AMA is advocating to ensure physicians are paid appropriately for the patient care they provide. Physicians deserve transparent and equitable choices in compensation models across all practice settings in the province.albertadoctors.org/news/publicati…

Alberta's Laboratory Physicians find meaning in the microscopic, so you get the care you deserve.

Celebrating the commitment, resilience, and unwavering care of resident doctors! Thank you to our family medicine residents who provide continuity of care for their patients and communities. You uplift others through every shift. 🩺💙 #ResidentDoctorsAppreciationWeek

New data from the 2026 CMA Health & Media Tracking Survey shows Canadians who follow health advice from AI are 5x more likely to experience harm. Gaps in access to care are pushing people toward false health information, with real consequences. cma.ca/about-us/what-…

Sustainable health care starts with physicians. We anchor the system and we steward it. AMA’s new resource stewardship initiative brings physicians, system experts and leaders together to enhance value across the system. albertadoctors.org/news/publicati…

The AMA’s Shine A Light Program lets patients and community members recognize outstanding AMA physicians. Learn about how to nominate a physician on the AMA website: albertadoctors.org/advocacy/strat…

Psychiatrists are fighting for better mental health care, but are struggling with units operating over 100% capacity and a workforce that has not kept pace. Psychiatrists have solutions. Read about the realities of acute psychiatric care and how to fix it. add.albertadoctors.org/issues/january…

The latest case study of "Optimized Prescribing with Seniors" addresses managing insomnia in older adults, highlighting how careful evaluation, non-pharmacologic strategies and prudent prescribing can improve sleep and overall quality of life. albertadoctors.org/news/publicati…

Doctors across Canada stand in solidarity with the @CFNU and our nursing colleagues as they grieve Alex Pretti, a Minneapolis nurse who was senselessly killed Saturday by U.S. ICE agents. The death of one of our own fills us with anger and disbelief. CMA: cma.ca/about-us/what-…

Dr. Tim Collins' dedication, compassion and leadership has shaped countless lives over the course of his career. Working in emergency care, rural care and family practice for 20 years, he has made an exceptional impact on his patients and community. add.albertadoctors.org/issues/january…