The College would like to wish you all a very happy new year and warm wishes for 2026!

📢 The application deadline for the position of Chair and Co-Chair of the Younger Fellows' Group is next Friday 9 January 2026. This group was set up in 2015 by Dr Clare McNaught to build a network of younger consultants and senior trainees. Apply here: https://bit.ly/3YUa80Y

Join us for a multidisciplinary educational meeting on OG, Benign, UGI, HPB, Physiology, Endoscopy, and Nutrition. 🍎 Register here ➡️ https://bit.ly/48oOGa6

Just over a month left to apply for the Sir James Fraser Travelling Fellowship in General Surgery. Up to £2000 of funding is available to Higher Surgical Trainees in General Surgery to pursue further professional development experiences or training. Apply here: https://bit.ly/3YsZjnr

Learn how to manage conflict, lead tough conversations and navigate challenging situations in surgery. This bespoke course can be delivered at your workplace - discover more here ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4oHxjaf

Aiming for a career in surgery? This course aims to introduce medical students and FY1 doctors participants to safe basic surgical techniques that are common to all surgical practices. Find out more and apply here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4qHBODd

Learn to to demonstrate the utility of the ultrasound doppler machine to scan the greater and short saphenous vein for Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) surgery. Apply here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3KmBSYQ

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh!

This is a fantastic opportunity to to enhance and update your knowledge in all aspects of adrenal practice from work-up and diagnostics to peri-operative management and operative techniques. Book now ➡️ https://bit.ly/4p55qIs

There's still time to apply for our Cadaveric Intermediate Open Abdominal Surgery Course, aimed at Medical Students, Core Trainees and ST1-ST3 Trainees! To apply, click here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4otADpy

📢 The application deadline for the position of Chair and Co-Deputy Chairs of the Regional Surgical Ambassador Network is this Friday, 19 December at midday. Applicants must be a current or previous RSA. Apply here: https://bit.ly/48I1ZTd

🦷This exam allows the candidate to demonstrate the ability to apply requisite knowledge, clinical judgement and reasoning and communication strategies in Paediatric Dentistry. It allows for independent clinical practice internationally as a UK Level 2 practitioner. Apply➡️ https://bit.ly/49GOmEC

Special congratulations to three remarkable individuals at our diploma ceremony today!

The RCSEd Faculty of Surgical Trainers Annual Conference returns on Friday 17 April 2026 at RCSEd Birmingham. This year's theme "Training in Turbulent Times" will explore the challenges and opportunities shaping surgical training today. Registration opens early 2026. More details coming soon!

We have had a fantastic afternoon in the College Library to celebrate the launch of 'Worthy & Expert: A modern history of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh' by John Duncan. The book is available to buy here: https://bit.ly/49dKkSD

RCSEd is accepting applications for Chair & Co-Chair of the Younger Fellows' Group. The aim of the group is to facilitate younger surgeons to socialise, get involved in College life & give their feedback on professional issues. Apply by 9 January 2026: https://bit.ly/4a8Zc6L

The ASGBI International Surgical Congress Abstract deadlines are just around the corner! The BJS Prize deadline is the 22 December and the general submission deadline is 26 January. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4pzIQZP

The Faculty of Dental Trainers are welcoming applications to join their Executive Committee. The role is open to existing FDT Fellows, Members and Associates in good standing and includes all qualified members of the dental team working in the UK and internationally. Apply... https://bit.ly/3JK3838

RCSEd is inviting applications for the positions of Director & Co-Deputy Directors of the Regional Surgical Ambassador (RSA) Network. Applicants must be a current or previous RSA. The application deadline is midday, Friday 19 December. Apply here: https://bit.ly/3MAjjRq

Learn to to demonstrate the utility of the ultrasound doppler machine to scan the greater and short saphenous vein for Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) surgery. Apply here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3KmBSYQ

This 3-day practical course will enable participants to work in pairs on Thiel cadavers with supervision from an expert consultant faculty. The course will provide the underpinning knowledge base & practical instruction on head & neck surgery. Book here: https://bit.ly/4nuJi9I

There's still time to apply for our Cadaveric Intermediate Open Abdominal Surgery Course, aimed at Medical Students, Core Trainees and ST1-ST3 Trainees! To apply, click here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4otADpy

Join us for a multidisciplinary educational meeting on OG, Benign, UGI, HPB, Physiology, Endoscopy, and Nutrition. 🍎 Register here ➡️ https://bit.ly/48oOGa6

The Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (Part 2) examination was held in Egypt by RCSEd for the first time since 2020. It ran successfully over 3 days and was attended by 93 candidates, with a team of 14 RCSEd examiners. Hosted at Newgiza University School of Dentistry, it was supported....

Our upcoming webinar focuses on the importance of Temporary Anchorage Device (TADS) placement and how best to utilise this with clear aligners and lingual fixed appliances. Enhance your understanding and sign up here: https://bit.ly/4o27Pnq

On completion of this module, participants will be able to describe the functional anatomy of the neck, face, facial skeleton & skull base in relation to head and neck cancer and explain how to plan in 3D resection of head and neck cancers. Book here: https://bit.ly/47jVbJw

Join us for a two-day interactive course with case-based workshops of neuroradiological imaging! Learn more and sign up here: https://bit.ly/48Iw59p

Our examiners at the recent Abu Dhabi MRCS exam received their new College tartan bows. Our surgical and lay examiners will now carry a little piece of Scotland to exams across the UK and overseas. Huge thanks to our volunteer examiners for their ongoing contribution to RCSEd!

Global CARE awarded a £10,000 grant to fund Limb Salvage Surgery Training in Kenya. Donate to Global CARE: https://bit.ly/4ilvcGI #GivingTuesday

One of this year's Global CARE awardees is Dr Jayanth Kesave, developing a Paediatric Nutrition Care programme in Nepal. Donate to Global CARE: https://bit.ly/4ilvcGI #GivingTuesday

Thanks to £12,000 in funding, the Clean Cut Ethiopia initiative has made a powerful impact on surgical safety since its launch in 2020. Donate to Global CARE: https://bit.ly/4ilvcGI #GivingTuesday

With funding of £6,500 from RCSEd, Dr Betty began training to become South Sudan's first paediatric surgeon, addressing a vital gap in a country of over 11 million people. Donate to Global CARE: https://bit.ly/4ilvcGI #GivingTuesday

Today is Giving Tuesday! On this International Day of Generosity, we are asking you to consider donating to Global CARE. Learn more and donate here: https://bit.ly/4rxQ5CI #GivingTuesday

Learn how to manage conflict, lead tough conversations and navigate challenging situations in surgery. This bespoke course can be delivered at your workplace - discover more here ⬇️ https://bit.ly/4oHxjaf

Day two at the BOTA Annual Congress 2025! We've had a great time so far meeting some of the trainees. If you've not had a chance to speak with us yet, come and visit our stand and we'd be happy to have a chat with you😊 #bota2025

Join us for our Cadaveric Intermediate Open Abdominal Surgery Course, aimed at Medical Students, Core Trainees and ST1-ST3 Trainees. To apply, click here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4otADpy

Professor Grant McIntyre, Dean of the Faculty of Dental Surgery & RCSEd Vice-President, reacts to news that the UK Government has announced that the soft drinks levy will be extended to cover more products including sugary milk-based drinks. Read more: https://bit.ly/4ikG2Nn

It's day one of the BOTA Annual Congress 2025 in Leeds and we're looking forward to meeting the delegates! RCSEd Vice-President, Professor Robin Paton also started the day with a presentation. We are here until Friday, so be sure to pop by and visit our stand. #bota2025

The NCEPOD (National Confidential Enquiry into Patient Outcome and Death) has released a new report, 'Risking Life and Limb' - A review of the quality of care provided to adults with acute limb ischaemia. The full report, summaries and additional QI resources are available... https://bit.ly/48nv05l

Join War Doctors - In Conversation to hear stories from the doctors saving lives in the face of conflict and catastrophe. "I've seen the horrors of war. But I've also seen the power of sharing life saving knowledge. That's why we do what we do." - David Nott Book your FRE... https://bit.ly/4raOP8C

The Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) is now recruiting for their second Deputy Director role. It is open to senior clinical leaders from any perioperative care profession. Find out more: https://bit.ly/48lcgDx

Dr Clare McNaught, President of RCSEd, has responded to the publication of the GMC's annual "State of medical education and practice in the UK: workforce report". Read her statement here: https://bit.ly/4oa3IFj

Places are still available for our Research Symposium taking place at the College next Friday. Undergraduate Students and Foundation Year Doctors are invited to attend this free event where there'll be short presentations and lunch provided. Book here: https://bit.ly/4m8hTKc

Join us for a multidisciplinary educational meeting on OG, Benign, UGI, HPB, Physiology, Endoscopy, and Nutrition. 🍎 Register here ➡️ https://bit.ly/48oOGa6

This funding opportunity was established by Lady Fraser in honour of her husband, Sir James Fraser, to provide funding for Higher Surgical Trainees in General Surgery who wish to pursue further professional development experiences or training. Apply by 31 Jan 2026: https://bit.ly/3YsZjnr

Join our webinar next Tuesday as expert panelists within the field of Trauma and Orthopaedics explore the assessment and management of young adults with hip pain. There will be a focus on femoroacetabular impingement and hip dysplasia. Register here: https://bit.ly/3V3xLmc

The Faculty of Dental Trainers is excited to open applications to join our Executive Committee. Apply here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3JK3838

Upon completion of the second module of this course, participants will be able to describe the surgical anatomy of commonly used free and pedicled flaps used in head and neck reconstruction. Learn more and book your place here: https://bit.ly/4oMX0X6

Aiming for a career in surgery? This course aims to introduce medical students and FY1 doctors participants to safe basic surgical techniques that are common to all surgical practices. Find out more and apply here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4qHBODd

We are now inviting applications for Executive Committee Members to join our dynamic and dedicated committee. For more information and how to apply, click here: https://bit.ly/4qymybF