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Press releases from May 2024


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Military Surgeons Honoured with Memorial in Scottish Capital

Military surgeons have been honoured with the installation of a memorial in Edinburgh’s city centre.

Military surgeons have been honoured with the installation of a memorial in Edinburgh’s city centre.  The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh has unveiled a new memorial bench and plaque in the gardens of its Nicolson Street headquarters, commissioned to commemorate the role of the College’s members and fellows in military conflict. The steel …


‘Improving Workplace Conditions is Key to the Future of Surgery’

Leading medical experts to focus on ‘Making it Better’ at RCSEd Triennial Conference

A host of prominent medical professionals from across the globe are set to gather in Scotland’s capital to discuss improving the workplace for healthcare professionals. The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh’s (RCSEd) Triennial Conference will take place in Edinburgh on 4-5 June, and as the title of the event - ‘Making It Better’ - suggests, s…


Shrewsbury and Telford Hopsital NHS Trust Wins National Award

Team is honoured with the Dundas Medal for its innovation in palliative care

A prestigious award recognising excellence in the provision of palliative care has been presented to a team from The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH). Representatives from the Trust received the Dundas Medal at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd), jointly awarded by the College and PATCH (Palliation and The Caring Ho…


New Dental Ambassadors Network Established

The largest UK Faculty of Dental Surgery launches new international scheme to support whole dental team

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd) held its inaugural Dental Ambassadors Conference on Friday 4 October 2019. 35 UK and International Ambassadors met at the College to develop networks to drive the advancement of Dental Care worldwide by supporting the development of the whole dental team. The unique UK Ambassador network has three…


Surgical Skills Competition Launched 2019-2020

Medical students compete in fifth year of unique Surgical Skills Competition

RCSEd together with sponsors Medtronic medtronic.com, a global leader in medical technology, services and solutions, have launched the nationwide Surgical Skills Competition to inspire, discover talent and provide a platform for the next generation of surgeons. Surgery is an incredibly competitive area, so being able to demonstrate the commitment …




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