Alberta doctors warn of increased patient diversions for emergency surgeries due to staffing shortages, posing safety risks.

Alberta doctors raise concerns about increased patient diversions for emergency surgeries and trauma care due to staffing shortages, posing safety risks. General surgery diversions are happening more frequently, with patients requiring care at another hospital. The Alberta Medical Association warns that hospitals are being forced to divert patients due to a lack of available services, and this crisis situation requires immediate attention.

July 08, 2024
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