The AMA says expectant mothers can't access services in towns and cities across the province because fewer doctors are specializing in the often overwhelming practice.

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Doctors warn about potential impact of obstetrician-gynecologist shortage in Alberta

The group representing Alberta doctors says a shortage of obstetrician-gynecologists in rural and urban areas could mean more babies are being born prematurely and could have ongoing health issues.

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“The outcomes in these pregnancies can be substantially worsened by anybody with medical comorbidities."

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Thousands of women and babies at risk from OBGYN shortages: Alberta doctors

By Aaron Sousa The Canadian Press 
Posted January 29, 2025 2:58 pm Updated January 29, 2025 2:59 pm 1 min read 
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The group representing Alberta doctors says a shortage of obstetrician-gynecologists in rural and urban areas could mean more babies are being born premature and could have ongoing health issues. The Alberta Medical Association says expectant mothers can’t access services in towns…

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Due to a shortage of obstetrician-gynaecologists, rural and urban areas around Alberta are more at-risk for birthing premature babies and babies with ongoing health issues. Many expectant mothers can’t access specific services because less and less doctors are specializing in the overwhelming practise. The head of obstetrics and gynecology at the Alberta Medical Association, Dr. Cameron Sklar, said some women have come to his office in their thi…

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