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Physician or Surgeon

Learn About the Profession

Physicians andsurgeons assess the physical, mental and psychosocial condition ofindividuals to establish a diagnosis; assist individuals to make informedchoices about medical and surgical treatments; treat physical, mental andpsychosocial conditions; promote wellness, injury avoidance, disease preventionand cure through research and education; and engage in research, education andadministration with respect to health. Osteopaths use manual techniques toassess, diagnose and treat diseases, disorders and dysfunctions of thebody's structure.

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*PLEASE NOTE: The information contained in this profile is current as of the dates shown. Accreditation information may change without notice. It is advised that you confirm this information before making anycareer decisions.

Certification & Regulation Information

The Collegeof Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) is the regulator for physicians in Alberta. Muchlike it is a provincial registry’s role to make sure anyone with a driver’slicense is safe to be on the road, we issue practice permits to physicians,ensuring Alberta’s physicians are qualified to provide the best care possibleto their patients.

CPSAhas been around for over 100 years and through the many changes that come withtime, our priority has remained the same: to protect Albertans by guiding themedical profession.

Learn more about related governanceand legislation.

STEP 1: Visit & review: TheCollege of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA)

STEP 2: Review the CPSA Physician registration process information here.

*NOTE: NEWRegistration Updates for IMG (International Medical Graduate) Route toRegistration

Review the Alberta Residency Training for International Medical GraduatesProgrameligibility.  

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Labour Market, Industry & Career Planning Information

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INDUSTRY LINKS:
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The Medical Council of Canada
The Alberta International Medical Graduate(AIMG) Program
Alberta College of Family Physicians

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Additional Supports & Resources

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Some Things to Focus On:
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Review Licensing Requirements:
Carefully review your licensing body’s webpage, especially the process for internationally educated professionals.
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Gather Required Documents:
Collect all the documents your licensing body requires.
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Stay Updated:
Regularly check for updates from your licensing body. If possible, follow them on social media and subscribe to their newsletters.
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Contact Us:
If you are in Southern Alberta, reach out to us at 403-770-5155 to book an appointment.

Please note there are limited number of seats available. To ensure a seat clients should contact our office as early as possible.

Acknowledgement of Territory

We are located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot  Confederacy) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta,  which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina and  the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River, and  the traditional Blackfoot name of this place is “Mohkinstsis” which we  now call the City of Calgary. The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3.

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