Alberta Medical Association

02/20/2026

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.https://bit.ly/4kNsiff

On January 27, 2026, the AMA provided a final proposal to the Minister to resolve stipend and ARP issues.

02/18/2026

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

02/11/2026

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

02/10/2026

More Canadians are turning to AI for health information, and doctors warn it's causing harm. New data from the 2026 CMA Health & Media Tracking Survey shows Canadians who followed AI health advice were five times more likely to experience negative outcomes.

Read the full news release 👇
https://bit.ly/4kqAZfj

02/09/2026

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.

A sustainable health system depends on high-value care shaped by the people who understand it best: physicians.

02/09/2026

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:

Initiated by Dr. Alison Clarke during her 2018-19 term as President, Shine A Light recognizes and profiles AMA member physicians who are making a difference through their everyday dedication to their patients.

02/04/2026

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.

Proposing a path forward

02/03/2026

Happening next week in Ottawa: a timely discussion on false health information and public trust.

On February 10, the Canadian Medical Association, in partnership with the Empire Club of Canada, will convene health, policy and media leaders in Ottawa for the launch of the 2026 CMA Health & Media Tracking Survey results.

You’ll hear:
🔹New national data on health and media from David Coletto, CEO, Abacus Data
🔹Insights from Dr. Tom Frieden, former CDC director and CEO of Resolve to Save Lives
🔹A panel discussion moderated by Vassy Kapelos with leading experts including Dr. Jen Gunter, Vass Bednar and David Skok

This is an event you don’t want to miss! Register now👇
https://bit.ly/4oQmQsi

01/28/2026

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.

This article explores a structured, evidence-based approach to assessing and managing insomnia in older adults. Through ...

01/26/2026

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 by United States’ Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The death of one of our own u...

01/26/2026

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.

A career of impact, a future with balance

01/25/2026

Workforce solutions require careful design and are being appropriately addressed through the current physician master agreement.