Natalie Forbes

Dr. Natalie Forbes is a community pediatrician based in Calgary, who has voiced concerns regarding a recent policy change in Alberta that allows parents access to their children's medical records until they are 18. She emphasizes the importance of confidentiality in pediatric care, particularly during confidential histories conducted with adolescents, where sensitive topics are discussed without parental presence. Dr. Forbes believes that the new regulations may compromise the trust necessary for effective healthcare, particularly for children from unsafe home environments.