September 25, 2025

In this issue: 

• The 2024-25 AMA Annual Report is here! AGM registration is now open
• Renew your AMA membership today
• Register to attend the Family Medicine Innovation Forum
• AMA/WCB Advisory Committee: Apply for vacant positions
• Congratulations to Marisa Bonuccelli on her 30-year milestone!
• PCA updates 
  • Midwifery scope of practice update
  • Hyperthermic Syndromes, Part 2
  • PCA Pathway on polycystic ovary syndrome
  • Lab bulletins:
    • Change in Connect Care requisition printing
    • Expanded testing at Cross Cancer Institute lab
  • New mobile mammography units

The 2024-25 AMA Annual Report is here!

AGM registration is now open

The 2024-25 AMA Annual Report and Annual General Meeting Package are now available on the AMA website. This year, we’ve taken a narrative approach to our reporting on the association’s business activities. We’ve focused on highlighting how Alberta’s physicians and the AMA continue to lead through major, foundational changes in Alberta’s health care landscape.

Registration is now open for the 120^th AMA AGM

We invite you to join us for the 120^th AMA Annual General Meeting, taking place at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 7 via Zoom.

Registration is required to ensure that only AMA members vote at the AGM. To allow time for membership verification and be eligible to vote, members must register by 4 p.m. on Monday, October 6. Please note that voting eligibility cannot be guaranteed for registrations received after this deadline due to potential delays in verification.

Renew your AMA membership today

The 2025–26 membership year begins October 1 and membership renewal is now open.

Your Alberta Medical Association membership is more than dues—it’s your voice. It’s an investment in your profession, your practice and your patients. 

Unlock the full value of your membership – AMA members have exclusive access to benefits, services and supports.

Renew and review your profile online – even if you’re on pre-authorized payments. AMA is now paperless, please ensure you’ve set up direct deposit via your AMA dashboard or contact Membership Services to receive disbursements you’re entitled to. Your member card and receipts are a click away.

Register to attend the

Family Medicine Innovation Forum
 

October 3 & 4, 2025

Discover the latest innovations from across Alberta that are transforming and impacting patient care at the inaugural Family Medicine Innovation Forum (FMIF).

In partnership with the Alberta College of Family Physicians, the fall gathering brings together health leaders, creative thinkers and primary care professionals to network and champion change in your practice.

AMA/WCB Advisory Committee:

Apply for vacant positions

The AMA/WCB Advisory Committee is looking for

physicians to fill the Chair and three member positions

on the committee.

The AMA/WCB Advisory Committee was established to

enhance the relationship between the AMA and WCB in relation to the diagnosis and treatment of injured

workers in Alberta and to provide mechanisms for the

ongoing management and implementation of the

Agreement.

If you have an interest in WCB-related issues, visit the AMA committee recruitment web application (login required) to view the posting and apply.

The deadline to apply is October 31.

Congratulations to Marisa Bonuccelli

on her 30-year milestone!

In her over 30 year tenure with the AMA, Marisa's roles have focused on physician payments and allocation. She is vital to the allocation process and to keeping the Schedule of Medical Benefits (SOMB) maintained over time, helping sections maintain relativity of their fees. Over the years, she’s provided countless expert advice to sections, physicians and clinic staff on billing matters, including assisting them with their claims submission difficulties.

A heartfelt thank you to Marisa for her remarkable 30 years of service. We deeply appreciate her ongoing dedication, loyalty and hard work in support of the AMA and our members.

Primary Care Alberta updates

The following PCA updates have been provided for your information: 

• Midwifery scope of practice update
• Hyperthermic Syndromes, Part 2
• PCA Pathway on polycystic ovary syndrome
• Lab bulletins:
  • Change in Connect Care requisition printing
  • Expanded testing at Cross Cancer Institute lab
• New mobile mammography units

Financial planning strategies for

incorporated physicians

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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

Submit a CMA nomination today

Upcoming events

The Power of Teams: Navigating Scopes of Practice in Health Care

October 2

AMA-ACTT Digital Health Innovation Series: Session #1 with Jo Salter

October 3

Shhhh! Peeking into Privacy Particulars and Best Practices (PPIP support session)

October 6

Connect Care Conversation with Prescribers

October 9

Canadian Conference on Physician Health

October 17-18

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

September:

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 30

World Mental Health Day

October 10

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