CALGARY, Alberta, July 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Earlier this week, the Government of Alberta announced plans to allow patients to self-refer and pay privately for selected diagnostic imaging examinations, including MRI, CT, X-ray and ultrasound. CAMRT-AB, the Alberta arm of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) representing nearly 3,000 medical radiation technologists (MRTs) in the province, recognizes the importance of improving timely access to care. However, any policy change of this magnitude must be implemented with careful planning to protect patient safety, maintain system sustainability and ensure the healthcare workforce can meet demand.








