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Gynecology Underserved in Health Systems 

It’s Time to Shape the Future of Women’s Health

The Women’s Health Coalition (WHC) has been urging the government to support the Women’s Health in Primary Care initiative for more than three years. There is a significant investment in primary care, but once again, gynecology and women’s health are being overlooked.   

Until women have access to healthcare professionals trained in women’s health needs, through all their unique ages and stages, women will be at risk. A modernized approach will keep women out of emergency rooms, reduce wait times for gynecologist appointments, and ensure women do not have to drift in the system for 10 years or more before a diagnosis is obtained.    

Tell your MLA that women’s health matters and that they have a responsibility to be the voice of women in their constituency. Add your voice – share your stories! Email WHC: info@TheWHC.ca.  

 

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My name is Smitha Yaltho and I feel privileged to work as a family physician. Why? I believe that being a family physician has been the best job any physician can hope to have. I have personally grown in my own abilities and skill-sets with diverse opportunities in ambulatory practice, acute care and work in Facility Living.  Working in primary care has been exciting and has also afforded me tremendous opportunities for growth while still remaining stimulating in its complexity.  I believe that Family physicians are trusted partners in patient care –  every step of the way. 

Why are you volunteering to serve on this committee?
I currently have an interest in Physician Leadership and  trauma informed care.  I have served as a director with the Board of Directors with the Edmonton North PCN, Edmonton’s largest PCN. Thereafter, I have worked as the Director of Medical Services with CapitalCare (also based in Edmonton) for almost 6 years. It is my express wish that my contribution on the ACFP board of directors will highlight the excellence of family medicine that exists right here and now within the Alberta health care system. 

What about the ACFP’s work do you find most valuable?
Ability to highlight and further support the excellence of primary care right here in Alberta.