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The AMA publishes and supports the creation of a broad number of publications for our members, from our bimonthly magazine, Alberta Doctor's Digest, to weekly news clippings, you can find the latest issues and learn more below.

The President's Letter

The "voice of the AMA" – Published regularly throughout the year, the President's Letter informs you about Alberta Medical Association positions on key and complex issues in Alberta’s health care.

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Quick Index:  President's Letter  |  AMA in the News  | MD Scope  |  ADD  |  News for Docs  |  Section News  |  Primary Care News  |  OPS  |  Billing

 


AMA in the news

View ongoing media coverage of the AMA President and other physician leaders who have been actively speaking to the media and providing interviews and insight.

AMA in the news


MD Scope:

Read the November 28, 2024 issue of MD Scope.
More MD Scope


Alberta Doctors' Digest: November-December issue

Read the latest issue of Alberta Doctors' Digest

Alberta Doctors' Digest
Alberta Doctors' Digest: Nov-Dec 2024

 

In the November issue of Section News:
General news 
  • Last hours to complete the CPSA Survey re Freedom of Expression and CPSA's role 
  • President's tour postponed 
  • Physician Recruitment and Retention Support Program (PRRSP) launched this week
  • Don't forget! Claim your 2024/2025 CME benefit
  • Referral information available online for patients through My Personal Records
  • Canada Post disruption
  • Renew your AMA membership for 2024/25
  • Apply today: Canadian Medical Association leadership opportunities
  • Got a minute? Thank a colleague through JPAC Shine on Gratitude Program

News and updates from:

  • Section of Clinical Assistants
  • Section of Emergency Medicine
  • Section of Family Medicine
  • Section of Internal Medicine
  • Section of Neurology
  • Section of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Section of Palliative Care
  • Section of Pediatrics 
Section News

 

December 12, 2024

In the latest issue of SFM Bulletin:

In late October, the SFM Executive invited practicing family physicians across Alberta to complete a survey to help us better understand the constituents we represent and the issues that matter most to them. I want to extend my thanks to everyone who took the time to complete the survey and update you on what we heard.

Read more


Primary Care News

The Primary Care Alliance brings you information about current initiatives, activities and events related to primary care in Alberta.

Primary Care News Archive


Optimized Prescribing with Seniors - November 2024

Optimized Prescribing with Seniors is a joint communication of the Alberta Medical Association and the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta, these articles are written by physicians for physicians prescribing in the care of older patients.

Optimized Prescribing with Seniors


Billing Publications:

Billing Tips

The AMA regularly publishes billing tips in MD Scope to help our members with their billing.

Latest update:

After-hours work over statutory holidays - December 2024 - December 2025

Billing Tips
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Billing Corner

The AMA's Billing Corner keeps members up to date on billing changes.

Latest issue: April 2024

Billing Corner