Premier Danielle Smith Voices Concern Over Surgery Wait Times in Alberta

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has expressed concern over the lengthy wait times for surgeries in the province, announcing plans to introduce a new funding model aimed at addressing the issue. Smith made the remarks during a phone-in segment on the show Your Province, Your Premier.

She noted that some patients are forced to travel long distances within Alberta to receive treatment, and in some cases, even seek medical care abroad. To address these challenges, Smith said her government is working to implement activity-based funding.

The premier emphasized that the current strain on the health care system is due to both a growing population and a shortage of medical professionals, leading to significant delays in accessing care.