The Alberta government wants feedback from Albertans on its restructuring of the health care system. (Pexels/CHAT News)

By Eli J. Ridder

Alberta

‘Critically important’: Alberta asks for public’s feedback on health care system revamp

Nov 21, 2023 | 5:56 PM

EDMONTON, AB – Alberta wants feedback from the public on its plan to restructure the health care system.

Those interested can take the government’s online survey at Your.Alberta.ca. The survey closes Dec. 8.

Minister of Health Adriana LaGrange said in a statement Tuesday that the feedback the government is looking for is crucial to its efforts in revamping the system.

“Input from health care professionals, patients and every Albertan is vital in creating a refocused health care system that provides Albertans timely and accessible care,” LaGrange said.

“The ideas, solutions and first-hand experiences shared by those on the front lines are invaluable.”

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TAKE THE HEALTH CARE SURVEY

To date, more than 8,000 doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals have participated in an initial round of engagement sessions with the province, according to a news release.

Between Nov. 9 and Nov. 17, Alberta’s government hosted five separate telephone town hall sessions with Alberta Health Services staff and mental health and addiction service providers.

Dan Williams, minister of mental health and addiction, said responses from Albertans will help shape the new system.

“Refocusing Alberta’s health care means a greater focus on mental health and addiction,” Williams said in a statement.

“We believe that every Albertan deserves an opportunity to pursue recovery. The feedback of Albertans and our community partners will be critically important in making this possible.”