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MD Scope Newletter

MD Scope is the Alberta Medical Association’s email newsletter, sent to members and subscribers at least twice each month.

Each regular issue of MD Scope includes classifieds.

Typical stories include:

  • AMA news and events
  • Member benefits and services
  • Alberta Health Services/Alberta Health initiatives and updates
  • Program-related information: Physician and Family Support Program, CII/CPAR, etc.
  • Conferences, workshops and other learning opportunities

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Read the latest issue

november 14, 2024

In this issue:

  • Optimized Prescribing with Seniors: Using cannabis extracts for symptom management 
  • Elections are underway for Calgary and Edmonton zonal/regional delegates
  • Billing Tips: Claiming for after-hours work over stat holidays (Dec 2024-Dec 2025) 
  • Join WCB-Alberta’s Occupational Injury Service program and help your patients focus on their safe return to work 
  • Apply for leadership positions with the CMA 
  • AHS Updates: 
    • Active health advisories 
    • AHS Prehabilitation program accepting pre-surgical patients from across the province
  • MD Financial 
    • I just inherited a large sum of money. What should I do with it? 
  • Community Connections 
    • Seeking participation: Humble pie's secret ingredients 
    • Would you like to contribute to the development of trauma informed guidelines for pelvic health care?