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Triennial & ICOSET Conference 2025

Early Bird rates are available until 20 February 2025. Tickets are limited - book early to avoid disappointment!

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Intercollegiate Green Theatre Checklist

Read the updated Intercollegiate Green Theatre Checklist & Compendium of Evidence.

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ICONS Course (30 April)

Delegates will acquire skills to implement best practice in sharing complex decisions surrounding informed consent.

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Teams Based Quality Review for Surgical Practice (TBQR)

This course aims to develop a surgical workforce that is equipped in concepts of safety and quality reviews, using updated safety science.

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Surgical Mentoring Scheme

Connect with trained surgical mentors across the UK through the RCSEd Surgical Mentoring Scheme to support your growth and professional development.

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Events

The College offers a wide range of educational events for professionals, from medical students interested in surgery to surgical trainees and consultant specialists. Browse the wide range of College events, conferences and symposia.

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Membership

Become part of RCSEd’s global network of 32,000+ healthcare professionals dedicated to surgical excellence. Gain prestigious accreditation, career support, and exclusive benefits. With membership levels tailored to each career stage, join us in advancing patient care and safety worldwide.

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Education & Exams

The College runs a large range of exams and courses for healthcare professionals, covering various surgical specialties and dentistry. These exams and courses are designed to assess and certify the knowledge, skills, and competence of candidates at different stages of their careers, from surgical trainees to consultant specialists.

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  • CABC Trauma (Birmingham)
  • MRCS Part B Surgical Anatomy Revision Day (Wade Programme) (Online)
  • Informed Consent: Sharing the Decision (ICONS) (Birmingham)
  • True Cut: Making Sense of Mistakes
  • Laparoscopic Skills in Emergency Surgery (Edinburgh)

Surgeons' Hall Museums

The award-winning Surgeons' Hall Museums are open from 10am-5pm, 7 days a week, with free entry for Fellows and Members of the College.

RCSEd News

  • Registrations Are Now Open: Smiles Across the Globe – Cutting-Edge Paediatric Dentistry Conference 2025

    The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is proud to host the Smiles Across the Globe - Cutting-Edge Paediatric Dentistry Conference, taking place on 19-20 September 2025. This event is organised in partnership with the American Academy of Paediatric Dentistry (AAPD) and the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry (EAPD).

  • Donations Sought to Commission Painting Celebrating Women in Surgery

    Help us reach our target of £10,000 to commission a unique painting to pay tribute to the pivotal role of women in surgery.

  • International Conference Explores Links Between Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine, and Golf Health

    The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd) will host the International Conference on Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine, and Golf Health in March 2025, bringing together experts from around the globe to delve into the intersection of healthcare, sports performance, and the unique demands of golf.

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Patient Safety at RCSEd

Upholding patient safety and ensuring the highest standards of patient care are core values of the College, with our multidisciplinary patient safety group coordinating the College’s approach to this global health priority.

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Triennial and ICOSET Conference 2025

Register for the 2025 RCSEd Triennial and ICOSET Conference and save the conference dates in your diary.