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The Professional Association of Resident Physicians of Alberta (PARA) represents over 1,900 resident physicians training in Alberta. As the official voice of resident physicians, we advocate for their rights and well-being, while ensuring they have the support needed to become the next generation of health care leaders.

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Your PARA membership gives you access to advocacy, resources and support throughout your residency. We’re here to make sure your voice is heard and your rights are protected.

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PARA’s role is to advocate for fair, safe and supportive training environments that set resident physicians up for long-term success. This agreement reflects the work we do every day to ensure resident physicians are valued members of Alberta’s health-care system.

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Stay informed with the latest news from PARA. Read bargaining updates, advocacy milestones, wellness tips, and spotlights on resident physicians shaping healthcare across the province.

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Dr. Elena Mitevska: Compassion, Connection and Care Beyond the Textbook

Dr. Simran Sharma: Systems Thinker, Advocate and Architect of Change

Dr. Michael Martyna: Compassion, Leadership and Whole-Person Care

Dr. Marcia Clark: Challenging Assumptions, Shaping Change

Dr. Melinda Davis: More Than One Way to Practice Medicine

Dr. Nicole Brockman and Dr. Brett Ponich

Dr. Colleen Forestier: Lessons from a Life in Medicine

Dr. John Kortbeek: Building Systems, Serving Patients, Seizing Opportunity

Dr. Antoine Sylvestre-Bouchard: Lasers, Leadership and Protecting the Human Side of Medicine

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Dr. Elena Mitevska: Compassion, Connection and Care Beyond the Textbook

Dr. Simran Sharma: Systems Thinker, Advocate and Architect of Change

Dr. Michael Martyna: Compassion, Leadership and Whole-Person Care

Dr. Marcia Clark: Challenging Assumptions, Shaping Change

Dr. Melinda Davis: More Than One Way to Practice Medicine

Dr. Nicole Brockman and Dr. Brett Ponich

Dr. Colleen Forestier: Lessons from a Life in Medicine

Dr. John Kortbeek: Building Systems, Serving Patients, Seizing Opportunity

Dr. Antoine Sylvestre-Bouchard: Lasers, Leadership and Protecting the Human Side of Medicine

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