Alberta Medical Association
@albertadoctors.bsky.social
The Alberta Medical Association represents Alberta physicians, resident physicians and medical students.
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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 #AccessToCare are pushing people toward false health information, with real consequences.
News release 👇
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#HMTS2026
News release 👇
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#HMTS2026
February 10, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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 #AccessToCare are pushing people toward false health information, with real consequences.
News release 👇
https://bit.ly/4kqAZfj
#HMTS2026
News release 👇
https://bit.ly/4kqAZfj
#HMTS2026
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. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Physicians needed to lead health system stewardship | AMA
A sustainable health system depends on high-value care shaped by the people who understand it best: physicians.
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February 9, 2026 at 10:41 PM
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. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
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/janua...
Acute care concerns: Psychiatrists are fighting for better mental health care | Alberta Doctors' Digest
Proposing a path forward
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February 4, 2026 at 5:48 PM
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/janua...
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. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Managing Insomnia | AMA
This article explores a structured, evidence-based approach to assessing and managing insomnia in older adults. Through ...
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January 28, 2026 at 5:44 PM
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. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
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Doctors across Canada stand in solidarity with the @cfnu.bsky.social 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.
Our statement ⬇️
Our statement ⬇️
Canadian doctors join nursing colleagues in grieving Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti
Doctors across Canada stand in solidarity with the Canadian Federation of Nurses Unions and our nursing colleagues as they grieve Alex Pretti, the Minneapolis nurse who was senselessly killed Saturday...
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January 26, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Doctors across Canada stand in solidarity with the @cfnu.bsky.social 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.
Our statement ⬇️
Our statement ⬇️
Workforce solutions require careful design and are being appropriately addressed through the current physician master agreement.
January 25, 2026 at 12:31 AM
Workforce solutions require careful design and are being appropriately addressed through the current physician master agreement.
The Primary Care Physician Compensation Model launched in April 2025. Since then, physicians on this model have reported benefits for both physicians and patients.
Read about PCPCM impact on physicians and patient care in Alberta Doctors' Digest. add.albertadoctors.org/issues/janua...
Read about PCPCM impact on physicians and patient care in Alberta Doctors' Digest. add.albertadoctors.org/issues/janua...
Primary Care Physician Compensation Model rewards good family medicine care | Alberta Doctors' Digest
A PCPCM physician profile
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January 21, 2026 at 4:20 PM
The Primary Care Physician Compensation Model launched in April 2025. Since then, physicians on this model have reported benefits for both physicians and patients.
Read about PCPCM impact on physicians and patient care in Alberta Doctors' Digest. add.albertadoctors.org/issues/janua...
Read about PCPCM impact on physicians and patient care in Alberta Doctors' Digest. add.albertadoctors.org/issues/janua...
Alberta's acute care system requires sustained actions that lead to meaningful improvements.
Read the full President's Letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Read the full President's Letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
January 19, 2026 at 11:48 PM
Alberta's acute care system requires sustained actions that lead to meaningful improvements.
Read the full President's Letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Read the full President's Letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
The latest edition of Alberta Doctors' Digest features the impact of the new Primary Care Physician Compensation Model, psychiatric concerns in acute care, a feature on AMA member Dr. Tim Collins and more. add.albertadoctors.org/issues/janua...
January - February 2026 | Alberta Doctors' Digest
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January 19, 2026 at 4:34 PM
The latest edition of Alberta Doctors' Digest features the impact of the new Primary Care Physician Compensation Model, psychiatric concerns in acute care, a feature on AMA member Dr. Tim Collins and more. add.albertadoctors.org/issues/janua...
There are now 300+ ED and GIM physician signatures on @edmontonjournal.com op-ed: "Overcrowded ER needs System-Wide fixes". Physicians are ready to work on practical solutions that restore health care integration and put patient safety first. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/ab...
300 Alberta physicians endorse Emergency and General Internal Medicine op-ed | AMA
A total of 300 General Internal Medicine and Emergency Medicine physicians from across Alberta have signed their names ...
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January 14, 2026 at 10:31 PM
There are now 300+ ED and GIM physician signatures on @edmontonjournal.com op-ed: "Overcrowded ER needs System-Wide fixes". Physicians are ready to work on practical solutions that restore health care integration and put patient safety first. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/ab...
We would like to thank Alberta's new CMOH, Dr. Vivien Suttorp, for today's update on Alberta's respiratory virus season. Her knowledge and competence are greatly valued and is crucial to the public health of all Albertans.
January 13, 2026 at 10:46 PM
We would like to thank Alberta's new CMOH, Dr. Vivien Suttorp, for today's update on Alberta's respiratory virus season. Her knowledge and competence are greatly valued and is crucial to the public health of all Albertans.
242 physicians signed onto the @edmontonjournal op‑ed: ‘Alberta’s overcrowded ERs need system‑wide fixes'. We are ready to work with ACA and the Ministry of Hospital and Surgical Health Services on collaborative solutions. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/ab...
January 13, 2026 at 10:02 PM
242 physicians signed onto the @edmontonjournal op‑ed: ‘Alberta’s overcrowded ERs need system‑wide fixes'. We are ready to work with ACA and the Ministry of Hospital and Surgical Health Services on collaborative solutions. www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/ab...
A disaggregated system cannot effectively manage patient volumes or handle sustained spikes. We are calling on the government to reestablish the structures and authority necessary to manage this crisis. The ball is in government's court. It's time to act. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Upholding advocacy, calling for accountability | AMA
Physician leaders have been sounding the alarm about the chaos in our emergency departments and the resulting risks to ...
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January 12, 2026 at 10:52 PM
A disaggregated system cannot effectively manage patient volumes or handle sustained spikes. We are calling on the government to reestablish the structures and authority necessary to manage this crisis. The ball is in government's court. It's time to act. www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
AMA statement in support of physician advocacy:
January 10, 2026 at 9:07 PM
AMA statement in support of physician advocacy:
As leaders, we must continue to put forward a vision of an "optimal" system for every Albertan — one that moves beyond reactive "sick-care" toward a model of high-value investment.
Read the full president's letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Read the full president's letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
January 9, 2026 at 6:13 PM
As leaders, we must continue to put forward a vision of an "optimal" system for every Albertan — one that moves beyond reactive "sick-care" toward a model of high-value investment.
Read the full president's letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
Read the full president's letter on the AMA website: www.albertadoctors.org/news/publica...
The doctor-patient relationship is vital to care. Dr. Chadha was nominated for the AMA Shine a light Program for her exceptional care and profound relationships with her patients. Learn about Dr. Chadha and nominate your physician:
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January 5, 2026 at 10:04 PM
The doctor-patient relationship is vital to care. Dr. Chadha was nominated for the AMA Shine a light Program for her exceptional care and profound relationships with her patients. Learn about Dr. Chadha and nominate your physician:
www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...
www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...
Statement from Alberta Medical Association President, Dr. Brian Wirzba: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/st...
December 28, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Statement from Alberta Medical Association President, Dr. Brian Wirzba: www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/st...
A thank you goes a long way. The JPAC Shine On Gratitude Program gives physicians the opportunity to thank their colleagues for their acts of kindness, big and small. Thank you. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...
December 23, 2025 at 7:22 PM
A thank you goes a long way. The JPAC Shine On Gratitude Program gives physicians the opportunity to thank their colleagues for their acts of kindness, big and small. Thank you. www.albertadoctors.org/advocacy/str...
Congratulations to Dr. Vivien Suttorp on being appointed Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health! Her deep expertise in public health, preventive care and community medicine—across both urban and rural settings—will strengthen Alberta’s public health system at a critical time.
December 18, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Congratulations to Dr. Vivien Suttorp on being appointed Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health! Her deep expertise in public health, preventive care and community medicine—across both urban and rural settings—will strengthen Alberta’s public health system at a critical time.
Respiratory viruses are rapidly increasing across Alberta. These cases pose a high risk for children, the immunocompromised and the unvaccinated. Please ensure you are staying safe and healthy this season:
December 17, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Respiratory viruses are rapidly increasing across Alberta. These cases pose a high risk for children, the immunocompromised and the unvaccinated. Please ensure you are staying safe and healthy this season:
The @cmadocs.bsky.social 2026 annual award nominations close on December 19, 2025. These awards celebrate changemakers from rural and remote areas to big cities working in a variety of specialties and backgrounds. Nominate a physician changemaker on the CMA website: www.cma.ca/get-involved...
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December 16, 2025 at 3:18 PM
The @cmadocs.bsky.social 2026 annual award nominations close on December 19, 2025. These awards celebrate changemakers from rural and remote areas to big cities working in a variety of specialties and backgrounds. Nominate a physician changemaker on the CMA website: www.cma.ca/get-involved...
Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities and many disabled Albertans are worried about changes to AISH and the transition to the Alberta Disability Assistance Program (ADAP). Today and every day, people living with disabilities deserve dignity, respect and a voice.
December 3, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities and many disabled Albertans are worried about changes to AISH and the transition to the Alberta Disability Assistance Program (ADAP). Today and every day, people living with disabilities deserve dignity, respect and a voice.
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:
www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/ev...
www.albertadoctors.org/news/news/ev...
Around 150,187 COVID-19 vaccine doses had been administered for free so far this year. The vaccine is free to people with certain conditions and experts are urging Albertans to double-check if they qualify.
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Think you’re not eligible for a free COVID shot in Alberta? Double check, experts urge | CBC News
Health experts are urging Albertans to double check if they qualify for a free COVID-19 shot, warning the province’s controversial fall immunization campaign is sparking ongoing confusion.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Around 150,187 COVID-19 vaccine doses had been administered for free so far this year. The vaccine is free to people with certain conditions and experts are urging Albertans to double-check if they qualify.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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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...