Providers can submit referrals for orthopedic surgery, urology, vascular surgery, general surgery and gynecology via fax through the Calgary Zone Facilitated Access to Specialized Treatment (FAST) team.
News
Six members standing for election at the 2024 AGM
Six members are running for four openings on our Board of Directors to be filled at the AGM — requiring an election.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation resources
On Monday, Sept. 30, our PCN will be closed in recognition of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation; resources for the day.
Raising awareness about depression screening
We are helping spread awareness about National Depression Screening Day and its free online screening quiz as a registered partner.
2024 AGM: There will be an election
There are four openings — and five candidates, so far — for Physician Directors on the Board to be filled at the AGM.
September patient e-newsletter
Our September e-newsletter for the public included articles on understanding our patient population, 988 (the suicide crisis helpline), and preparing for “cold and flu” season.
Save money, time on dictation using our Scribeberry discount
Scribeberry is a unique tool that uses AI technology to simplify and improve dictation, and all our members are eligible for the corporate pricing.
MAPS update: Second AH meeting with our PCN
Our PCN participated in the second round of PCN-Alberta Health engagement for the transition to the regional network model on Aug. 28.
Interval changes for glucose in neonates
Effective Sept. 4, the lower age range for fasting and random glucose reference intervals changed from less than 30 days to less than 72 hours. The lower end of the less than 72-hour reference interval is adjusted from 2.5 mmol/L to 2.6 mmol/L. Read the lab...
Clinical indications for urine cytology
Effective immediately, the following changes are being made to promote appropriate use of lab resources for urine cytology.