Diana from Edmonton asks: What if your appt is 6 months away to be seen by a rheumatologist and neither you or your doctor think you are going to make it that long?
Wait times for rheumatology appointments in Alberta have grown much longer over the last few years. This is never ideal for folks who have joint pain, stiffness or swelling, or symptoms as a result of 100s of different rheumatic diseases. We need over a dozen more rheumatologists in Alberta and/or a new model of care. If your doctor thinks you need care sooner, they can always contact the rheumatologist on call to discuss what is happening and get some advice on what to do in the meantime. Sometimes, this also can result is a sooner appointment. If you are interested to learn more about rheumatology advocacy in Alberta, visit our webpage here to join our patient advisory council.
Posted: January 13, 2025
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