Health Services & Medical Devices

Alberta-made medical devices and health services products include prosthetic devices, specialty contact lenses and software and electronics products, which improve mobility and independence for people with disabilities. Alberta companies providing health services range from diagnostic imaging and medical information systems to removal, incineration and transportation of biomedical waste.

Key Industry Activities

Health Services

Medical Devices

Consulting Assistive devices
Distribution Diagnostic devices
Health networks Hospital equipment
Hospital support services Medical imaging
Laboratories Medical/surgical supplies
Telehealth/telemedicine  

Extensive Technical, Educational and Research Infrastructure

  • Alberta Innovates - Health Solutions

    Building on the strengths and successes of the former Alberta Heritage Foundation for Medical Research, Alberta Innovates - Health Solutions supports internationally competitive biomedical research, training and technology development through a $1.5 billion endowment fund.

  • Alberta NetCare

    Alberta's Electronic Health Record. Alberta NetCare will provide an integrated health record solution that will eventually be accessible by every health provider - linking clinics, hospitals, pharmacies and other points of care to patient information.

  • Alberta Research and Innovation Authority

    Research in Alberta is stimulated through a number of government infrastructure support programs. The Alberta Research and Innovation Authority (formerly the Alberta Science and Research Authority) supports research and innovation by providing strategic advice and recommendations to the Government of Alberta on research opportunities, emerging technologies and policy direction to enhance innovation.

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Date Updated: Jan 14, 2010
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