As healthcare professionals, we understand the critical need for more family doctors and acute care specialists in Alberta to deliver the comprehensive and timely healthcare our patients deserve.

Research clearly shows that access to primary care enhances chronic condition management, reduces emergency room visits, and ultimately saves costs for the healthcare system. However, Alberta is lagging behind other provinces in attracting and retaining medical professionals.Family and rural doctors have put forward viable solutions to revitalize clinics and make Alberta a more attractive destination for practitioners. The $92million federal funding is a vital step in supporting our practices as we work towards implementing a new payment model.

In acute care, many patients are experiencing unacceptable delays in emergency services, surgeries, and specialist consultations, putting community health at risk. Rapid access to acute care is essential, and we must act quickly on the proposals we’ve put forth to enhance these services and address the growing strain on our healthcare system.

Together, let’s advocate for a robust and responsive healthcare system in Alberta, ensuring that every Albertan has access to the care they require.
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