@shandro @jkenney @AB_MD_WarRoom @GoAHealth @Albertadoctors
my first tweet in close to a decade is a desperate plea.
I am an emergency doctor in Calgary and am writing because I am tired, frustrated, disheartened, and sad.
In this acute crisis, I am begging you to please put the proposed billing changes on hold indefinitely. Please do not delay them – it is possible COVID will be an ongoing issue – and we will again be in this same spot.
I know you are scared – we are too. Information is power in times like these. Educate yourselves using alberta.ca/coronavirus-in… Be smart and diligent – wash your hands, use hand sanitizer, if you don’t feel well – stay home.
What you do is incredibly important. You are there for people when they are at vulnerable points in their lives and you show up, treating them with compassion and kindness. We are stronger together.
When compared to the general population, the rate of physician suicide is almost doubled. We are at risk and with these additional stresses, we are vulnerable. Be kind to yourself.
#ABdocs4patients #abhealth #AbLeg #abpoli #covid19Canada
UCP: Please put the proposed billing changes on hold.
Public: Be rational, be diligent, & be patient.
Heath care workers: Be kind to each other and persevere.
MDs: Be kind to yourselves. Reach out for help if you need it. Reach out to colleagues who might be struggling.