The Royal College of Surgeons of England
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Future-proofing the surgical profession through diversity, sustainability and wellbeing.
We’re upgrading our database to improve how we support our members and customers. Our website and systems will therefore be offline from Wednesday 30 July until Wednesday 6 August. Thank you for your patience during this time. More: ow.ly/Gy7X50Wt6pO
Ready for something new? Announcing the Future of Surgery Festival, your chance to explore bold ideas, test the latest tech & hear from voices shaping the profession in the UK's first festival of surgery. 20–21 April 2026 | ICC Birmingham ➡️ ow.ly/HEeq50WrgGc
We’re proud to share that @RCSnews Council now has the highest proportion of women members in our history. Here's to the women shaping the future of surgery 🙌
🚧 We’re upgrading our database to improve how we support you. Our website and systems will therefore be offline from the evening of Tuesday 29 July until Wednesday 6 August. Thank you for your patience during this time. More: ow.ly/Gy7X50Wt6pO
What's the Wisdom App? It's an all-in-one health app by @Health_assured available to our members that offers trackers, plans and tips on getting the most out of your wellness journey. Learn more about it and our other wellbeing support services: ow.ly/Leko50SQXTW
🧵 Retired surgeon Prof Meirion Thomas' claims that patients struggle to see GPs because “too many women are doctors” are insulting and unfounded. Workforce challenges stem from underfunding and rising demand, not gender.
This is your moment. Be seen, be heard and share your ideas with a national audience. Submit your abstract for a chance to present live at the UK's first Future of Surgery Festival, 20–21 April 2026. Bold ideas welcome. Closes 27 October: ow.ly/8ERc50WtVcV
Do you need to study anatomy specimens but can't make it to the Anatomy and Pathology Museum? You can study online through an e-learning resource available to affiliate members: Not an affiliate member? Join now for only £15: ow.ly/phNV50RccOj
We are excited to host @ASiTofficial for the ASiT x RaDIST Robotics for Trainees Conference 2025at our London HQ today. It is a fantastic opportunity to welcome our future Surgeons and practice some hands-on skills 🤖
Stay connected with us beyond X. Discover more member stories, career development opportunities and community updates on our other channels 👇 Instagram: ow.ly/lcA450VH2zk LinkedIn: ow.ly/Z8tT50VH2zi Bluesky: ow.ly/26lg50VH2zl Follow us today.
Pregnancy in surgery shouldn't carry stigma, but it still does. Join @msfelicitymeyer, Chair of our Women in Surgery Forum, and other inspiring voices as they share real stories, tough truths & how leaders can shape more inclusive surgical spaces. Listen: rcseng.ac.uk/news-and-event…
July’s #Annals reviews a 'blue flag clinic' at Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, designed to help meet two-week wait targets for urgent suspected cancer (USC) referrals while safely managing low-risk cases. Can it improve USC performance? Read more: ow.ly/ySuQ50WpSVR
Want to boost your portfolio while showcasing your research? Submit your poster abstract for our Global Surgical Frontiers conference. The finalist will present live, in-person at the event & will receive a prize. Find out more and enter before 4 August: ow.ly/T7Fk50WlFEt
1 WEEK TO GO! 🚀 Next Monday: join us at @RCSnews, London for a comprehensive #robotic #surgery experience ✅ 🤖 Live platform demos 👨⚕️ Surgical leaders 🏥 Cross-specialty applications 📈 5 plenary sessions 🤝 Industry networking Last chance to get ahead of the curve.…
Do you remember how nervous you were before your MRCS exams? Becoming an MRCS examiner is a rewarding way to give back and support surgeons at a crucial stage in their careers. Join our webinar tomorrow, 15 July, at 6pm to learn more. Register now: ow.ly/RRlc50Wn8zU
A special moment from last night’s MRCS graduation ceremony. Grateful to have had the opportunity to celebrate this milestone with friends, family and colleagues in London! @RCSnews
Passing through the College today, such a joyful atmosphere to see the diplomates with their families! Future generations of surgeons, you are all very welcome!
Today is a celebration recognising the significant achievements of our diplomates, who are being awarded their #MRCS and #FRCS. We are delighted to celebrate with you 🎉
This week, we welcomed 300 amazing diplomates and their families to our College to celebrate their achievements. Congratulations Diplomates; we are excited to share this journey with you ❤️ #Dips2025
