The number of doctors practising in Alberta has increased so far this year despite fears of an exodus due to a dispute with the UCP government — but the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta says the figures don't tell the full story. From 2018 to 2019, the college registered a net gain of 274 doctors. Family doctors are considered specialists, but general practitioners, who can be family doctors, are not. Dr. Myrh said she wants the government to take a hard look at what's happening with doctors in the province. The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta quarterly report, most regions show a net increase in doctors in 2020, with notable exceptions in Grande Prairie and Fort Saskatchewan.

Source: CBC News October 07, 2020 15:30 UTC