欧博官网Southern Alberta Medical Program
The research and data show that when students train in rural locations, they are more likely to stay and work there. Alberta’s government is proud to support this partnership between the University of Lethbridge and the University of Calgary that will ensure rural medical training opportunities are available for students.
Hon. Rajan Sawhney
Minister of Advanced Education
Government of Alberta
Access to a family physician is an incredible challenge for many families in small- to mid-sized centres across southern Alberta – including rural and Indigenous communities. Building a program that recruits local students, and trains them in areas across southern Alberta, will lead to more doctors practicing in those areas for decades to come.
Dr. Digvir Jayas
President and Vice-Chancellor
University of Lethbridge
We’re excited about this important program expansion between the University of Calgary and the University of Lethbridge, which will open more doors of opportunity to attract, educate and retain the health workforce that is greatly needed in rural areas. The collective efforts of this post-secondary network will help to deliver quality health care and continuity of care across our province for years to come.
Dr. Ed McCauley
President and Vice-Chancellor
University of Calgary
We all have a role in addressing challenges, such as rural doctor shortages. A collaborative physician-training model that considers the needs and contributions of our community, will continue to ensure Lethbridge a welcoming place to all who study, work and live here.
Blaine Hyggen
Mayor, City of Lethbridge
The number one thing that draws people to Lethbridge is quality of life. If you’re not well and if you can’t access primary healthcare, then quality of life comes into question. Making sure there are practitioners here to serve everyone is critical to the success of our community.
Trevor Lewington
CEO, Economic Development Lethbridge
In addition to providing opportunities for local students, this program is going to attract students to Lethbridge who will make important contributions to our region. This initiative isn’t just about people taking care of people; it’s about building community.
Cyndi Bester (BMus '95, MEd '01)
CEO, Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce