April 11, 2024

In this issue:

• Important measles updates from AHS and APL
• WCB fee increase update
• AMA committee openings: Online applications now being accepted
• Are you eligible for Canada Student Loan forgiveness?
• Interested in a +1 program? RSVP for the Enhanced Skills virtual information evening
• MD Financial
  • Webinar for AMA members - register now to learn about the Medicus Pension Plan^TM
• Community Connections

Important measles updates from

AHS and APL

Two important updates have been shared by AHS and Alberta Precision Labs regarding measles prevention and testing.

WCB fee increase update

In keeping with the 2020-2024 Memorandum of Agreement, WCB specific fees (defined as: reporting fees, expedited surgery) increased by 1% effective April 1, 2024.

Once Alberta Health updates the Schedule of Medical Benefits (SOMB), WCB will make any necessary adjustments (including OP codes).

The new fee schedule can also be found on the WCB website.

Questions? The WCB team is here to help!

AMA committee openings: Online applications are now being accepted

The AMA is currently recruiting to fill upcoming fall vacancies on the committees listed below. The terms will be October 2024 to September 2027.

The AMA’s Nominating Committee will consider all applications at its May meeting. Its recommendations will be submitted to the Board of Directors for approval in July and you will be contacted shortly thereafter. The AMA is committed to diversity and inclusion in its committee appointment process.

• AMA Compensation Committee
• Committee on Financial Audit
• Fees Advisory Committee
• Health Issues Council
• Committee on Bylaws

Our online application process makes it easy to apply! To view the postings, committee descriptions and apply, visit the AMA committee recruitment web page (login required).

The deadline to apply is May 13.

Are you eligible for Canada Student Loan forgiveness?

The Government of Canada offers Canada Student Loan forgiveness to eligible family doctors, residents in family medicine, nurse practitioners and nurses who work in under-served rural or remote communities that lack the primary health care they need. This change will help more Canadians get the health care they deserve.

Visit the Government of Canada website for more information.

Interested in a +1 program? Attend the Enhanced Skills information evening

The Enhanced Skills Program is hosting an information night on Thursday, May 16 from 4:30 - 6:15 p.m. This virtual event is for applicants interested in Enhanced Skills residency for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Enhanced Skills Program directors, the chief resident and current R3s will be present to answer your questions.

For more information about the programs, please visit the Enhanced Skills Programs website.

Webinar for AMA members - register now to learn about the Medicus Pension Plan^TM

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Community Connections

Promoting a local charitable health-related event?

Recruiting physicians and medical learners for a medical study?

Seeking AMA member participation in a survey?

The AMA receives many requests to promote local events, research participation opportunities and surveys to our members. We consider all requests based on specific criteria and general relevance/appropriateness. Please note that, unless explicitly stated, the AMA is not associated with or responsible for items listed in Community Connections.

In case you missed it...

AMA President-Elect 2024-25 call for nominations

We need your help: Nominate a health hero for the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

Upcoming events

WCB-Alberta's Community Physician Education Program webinar

April 13

Social Media 101

May 1

Learn about the Medicus Pension Plan™ – webinar

May 2

22nd Annual Cardiology Update

May 4, 2024

Preventing atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease

May 8

View all upcoming events on the AMA website.

Have an event you'd like to promote?

Review our criteria and submit your event.

Recognition Roundup

Below are special dates deserving recognition:

April:

Parkinson Awareness Month

National Immunization Awareness Week

April 21 - 27

Recommend a special date.

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