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Are there any restrictions on how I can use the Patient Relations Program funding?

Posted June 4, 2020

Yes. The funding can only be used to pay for therapy or counselling by a licensed therapist or counsellor, related to matters arising from sexual abuse or sexual misconduct by an Alberta physician.

Find out more about complaints related to sexual abuse or sexual misconduct.

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