YEGMDPod: Expanding Medicine in the North

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In this episode, hosts Jess C and Jess B leave the studio to sit down with Dr. Richard Martin, Assistant Dean for the brand-new Northern Alberta Medical Program satellite site at the University of Alberta.

Together, they explore what this exciting new program means for medical education, rural training, and the future of healthcare delivery in northern communities. Dr. Martin shares the vision behind the site, how it will enhance opportunities for students, and why strengthening medical training outside of major urban centers is key to meeting the needs of Albertans.

Whether you’re a medical student, a healthcare professional, or simply curious about how innovation in medical education can shape the future of care, this conversation offers insight into the opportunities and challenges of building something new from the ground up.