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. https://t.co/gLpNOhjEYu
May 25-29, we are joining @AlbertaRhPAP 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, and physicians must be part of the conversations that shape what comes next. Now more than ever, we encourage physician members to join an AMA committee. Applications close May 29. Learn more: https://t.co/LYHcfoNPIS
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: https://t.co/IrrJFLGAst
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. https://t.co/IdvkU3Mvi4
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 #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. https://t.co/K4vLJD177z
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. https://t.co/PXXoC5n1Vb