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Triennial & ICOSET Conference 2025

Join us in Edinburgh from 4–6 June for three days of expert insight and professional growth, and help shape the future of surgery and dentistry.

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RCSEd Hunter-Doig Women in Surgery Group Recruitment

The College is seeking to appoint seven members of the Hunter-Doig Women in Surgery Group. Applications close on 05 May 2025.

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National Clinical Impact Award 2025

Applications are invited from young consultants and senior trainees who are Fellows or Members of RCSEd in good standing in England and Wales.

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JCST Research Lead - Intercollegiate Post

The Joint Committee on Surgical Training (JCST) is recruiting for a Research Lead. Apply by Monday 12 May.

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Informed Consent: Sharing the Decision (ICONS)

Delegates will gain skills to implement best practices in sharing complex decisions on informed consent at this course on 30 April (Birmingham).

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Upcoming 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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  • Informed Consent: Sharing the Decision (ICONS) (Birmingham)
  • Core Skills in Orthopaedic Surgery (Edinburgh)
  • Laparoscopic Skills in Emergency Surgery (Edinburgh)
  • Training the Trainers: Trainer Development Course (Edinburgh)
  • Interview Skills for Core Surgical Training (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

  • National Clinical Impact Awards: 2025 Applications Now Open

    The 2025 National Clinical Impact Awards (NCIA) are open for applications from Tuesday 01 April and close on Tuesday 27 May at 17:00 BST.

  • Launch of the Dr Jeyasekharan Travelling Fellowship

    RCSEd is delighted to announce the establishment of the Dr Jeyasekharan Travelling Fellowship in memory of Dr. N.D Jeyasekharan, Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

  • Launch of Joseph E Bavaria - RCSEd Aortic Travelling Fellowship

    The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, is delighted to welcome applications for the new Joseph E Bavaria - RCSEd Aortic Travelling Fellowship. The Fellowship intends to support those undertaking a traveling fellowship in Aortic Surgery, as part of their specialist training and professional development.

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Patient Safety Group

The Patient Safety Group (PSG) exists to ensure that the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd) core professional standards, training and educational activities are focused on continuously improving patient safety and reducing harm, while coordinating the College’s approach to this global health priority.

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Triennial and ICOSET Conference 2025

Book your tickets for the RCSEd Triennial & ICOSET Conference, taking place on 4–6 June. Explore the programme & look forward to insightful sessions.