Enjoying the Midlands SAS Conference. @michellepooley.bsky.social and @elliepattinsonnhs.bsky.social are always a highlight, and are today talking about the barriers faced by SAS doctors from an NHS Employers perspective. Nice that the #SASsix and @sascollective.com got a mention or two.

Happy #SASWeek25 again everyone - it’s been great to see so many people and organisations sharing insights, celebrations, and challenges. There is a lot more we need to do, so let’s keep highlighting what’s needed and sharing ways forward to keep this work going all year round.

On this final day of #SASWeek25 we have been focused on the SAS Advocate role and wellbeing. The NHS needs to ensure the wellbeing of its SAS workforce so that they can flourish in an environment where their contributions, and also their needs, are respected and recognised

Day 5 #SASWeek25 SAS advocate and wellbeing www.northumbria.nhs.uk/media-centre...

SAS doctors – ready to grow in your career? Attend our new consultant forums or the National new consultants conference for guidance, skills and networking! Forums: https://ow.ly/raO450X3GY8 Conference: https://ow.ly/3BrO50X3GY7 #SASWeek25

It’s #SASWeek25! We’ve been spotlighting our incredible specialty, associate specialist & specialist doctors. We wrap up with Dr Adriana Botello, anaesthesia specialty doctor at ARI — thanks to her & colleagues for sharing their insights!

SAS doctors keep the NHS running but many face bullying, limited career progression & exclusion from leadership opportunities. Today’s theme for #SASWeek25 is wellbeing. Please share your experience in HCSA’s survey & help us drive change 👉📋 surveymonkey.com/r/SASsurvey #HospitalDoctorsUnion

It's the final day of #SASWeek25 and today's themes are advocacy and wellbeing (1/2) Here's how we've been championing SAS recently ✔️ Hosted a SAS reception at the Houses of Parliament ✔️ Advocated for SAS doctors with politicians throughout the UK ✔️ Representation of SAS on Board and committees

🗣️Celebrating SAS Advocates & Wellbeing. We close #SASWeek25 with those who champion the SAS grade. 👩‍⚕️Let’s continue to support each other and build a healthier, more inclusive medical workforce 🔗https://bma.org.uk/advice-and-support/career-progression/sas-development/sas-week#dayfive

To conclude #SASWeek25, we examine the theme of SAS advocacy and wellbeing. 🧾In her Bulletin article, Dr Zoe Robertson reflects on the work of Northumbria Foundation NHS Trust to deliver the #SASsix asks, initiated by The SAS Collective. Learn more 👉 ow.ly/9Ngq50X9HO7 #Ansky #Medsky

Flexibility is part of the future of medical training – not a fringe experiment. In this month’s #Commentary magazine, Dr Simon Patten shares his thoughts about why alternative training pathways are vital – and some ways that hospitals can implement them: ow.ly/5LKN50X7NfJ #SASWeek25

#SASWeek25 SAS doctors now make up over 20% of the anaesthetic workforce and, along with LEDs, are the fastest growing group in the NHS. buff.ly/yRKXv68 Check out our updated SAS Handbook for practical guidance and answers to common questions ➡️ buff.ly/fIg8mQr

This final day of #SASWeek25, your #HospitalDoctorsUnion wants to hear from #SAS #IMG & #LED #doctors #SASsix Through face to face engagement we've heard the #wellbeing impact of contractual changes, bullying, lack of progression & exclusion at work You have a voice & we are here to support you!

As part of our #SASWeek25 celebrations, our @EMSAS_RCEM Chair sat down with Dr Agnes Ngassa, an Emergency Associate Specialist at Hillingdon Hospital, to discuss career development, SAS representation in the College, and our upcoming EMSAS Conference. Watch here:

I hope folks enjoy reading this as much as I enjoyed writing it. "Advice is a form of nostalgia. Dispensing it is a way of fishing the past from the disposal, wiping it off, painting over the ugly parts and recycling it for more than it’s worth." Still though, wear sunscreen folks. #SASweek25

Celebratory #SASWeek25 lunch with #SAS #doctors & #consultants at Royal Surrey ED team today. Discussing #SASsix, contracts & our members views on why they joined & how your #HospitalDoctorsUnion really has your back! @hcsa-com.bsky.social

Day 4 #SASWeek25 www.northumbria.nhs.uk/media-centre...

Thursday’s #SASWeek25 spotlight: Dr Louise Simpson, breast surgery specialist at ARI since 2009, helping highlight the vital role of speciality doctors.

Did we mention it’s #SASWeek25, celebrating speciality, associate specialist and specialist doctors? Here’s Dr Rebecca Clarke to explain a bit about what her associate specialist role in acute stroke care in hospital is like.

🩺Equality in the Medical Workforce. 👋Today we focus on fairness and inclusion. SAS doctors deserve equal recognition and opportunity. 🔗 bma.org.uk/news-and-opi... #EqualityInMedicine #SASWeek25 #InclusionMatters

Day 4 #SASWeek25 & the EDI challenges are clear. Your #HospitalDoctorsUnion are ready to respond! @hcsa-com.bsky.social @nhsemployers.bsky.social figures note 70% of the #SAS workforce is from overseas. There is lots more #WRES work to do around supporting black & minority ethnic #doctors #SASsix

Day four of #SASWeek25 🥳 "I think it's really important that people recognise that SAS careers are a viable alternative to the standard training pathway" 📽️ Hear why Mark chose the SAS path below

Today’s #SASWeek25 theme is Equalities & the Medical Workforce Race Equality Standard. In this article, Sophie Jackman & Dr Sarah Thornton discuss the stats from the General Medical Council survey of anaesthetists in training, recruitment data & progression data 📉 🧾https://ow.ly/tnvU50X8lYL

#SASsix #SASweek25 #NHS

Equity of opportunity, parity of esteem #SASsix #SASweek25 #NHS

As part of #SASWeek25, non-members can access RCP Launchpad! Hear from Dr Jaideep Kitson on progressing the portfolio pathway and 5 top tips from portfolio pathway evaluator Dr Ryan Hobbs. Find out more: ow.ly/uRb950X90pr

Are you ready to play a vital role in representing SAS and LE surgeons at a national level? Join our SAS Forum and share your expertise, grow your network and make an impact. Apply by 31 October 2025. For eligibility: https://ow.ly/UW8850X6XGR #SASWeek25

SAS doctors – make your voice heard! Join the SAS regional representative network and help shape local and national RCP initiatives. 🔗Find out more and apply: ow.ly/kUMZ50X94hS #SASWeek25

Day 4 of #SASWeek25 has been full of activity and discussion about equalities and the Medical Workforce Race Equality Standard - we all need to challenge ourselves on this. Have you read the latest Five Years on report? Here’s our summary and links

We appreciate everyone posting on #SASWeek25, not only here but across a range of social media platforms. It's a week to celebrate the essential work and skills of #SASdoctors and #SASdentists, and to challenge us all to do more to provide support, development and opportunities.

Tonight's the night! This online session is from 6-7pm this evening Wednesday 8th October #SASWeek25

SAS Week 6-10 October 2025🥼 A week-long celebration to promote and highlight the value of the specialty and specialist (SAS) doctors🏆 💬Join the conversation now www.nhsemployers.org/sas See the daily themes for the week here!👇🏼 #SASWeek #BIASP #Stroke

Great tips for leadership development here! #SASWeek25

‘FRCP is more than just a title – it’s a recognition by peers of one’s contribution to medicine.’ This #SASWeek25, Dr @priscillasmith.bsky.social shares how becoming an RCP fellow elevated her SAS career: ow.ly/c39B50X8lkY

Day 2 of #SASweek25 is focused around the Specialist role. The Specialist contract, for senior, experienced and autonomous colleagues, should be an achievable destination in a SAS career. Employers and doctors need to understand and actively promote the role. infogram.com/1pk2ljywkxjz...

As part of #SASWeek25, RCP president Professor Mumtaz Patel hosted an open forum with #SASdoctors from across the UK – an honest, energising conversation about recognition, equity and leadership. Read more about this important discussion: ow.ly/8avb50X7P8H

It’s #SASWeek25! A week we celebrate our amazing SAS doctors. Thank you for all you do for the specialty! EMSAS Chair, Dr Jocelyn Brittliff, shares a message to our SAS doctors in the video below and read her personal blog that reflects on her career journey here: rcem.ac.uk/blog/i-am-pr...

SAS development is today’s #SASWeek25 theme - and who better than Dr Rob Fleming to share his top four lessons for achieving your goals? ⬇️ 1. Put yourself forward 2. Have a vision 3. Relationships matter 4. Keep yourself well Read his Bulletin article 👉 https://ow.ly/ZaOF50X7SlP

Happy #SASweek25 to all who celebrate. Remember, a SAS doctor is for life, not just SAS week. #SASsix

🌟 As part of #SASWeek25, we’re giving non-members a taster of RCP Launchpad! Hear Dr Tulika Porwal on her #SAS career journey – from college tutor to PACES examiner and clinical supervisor. Find out more: ow.ly/yU8150X8jEs

It’s #SASWeek25 We are proud of the outstanding care our SAS anaesthetists deliver. Highly skilled, fantastic individuals. Thank you for everything you do!

It's #SASWeek25 Day 3 and today we're focusing on extended roles and development for SAS doctors and dentists. The NHS Employers SAS Week 2025 webpage has new updates each day this week, with links to resources for each theme. Keep checking in for more!

It's day 3 of #SASWeek25, with a focus on SAS development 💰 Members can apply for our SAS Educational Grant - up to £2,000 buff.ly/Kego0kr ☃️ Get an exclusive SAS member rate for Winter Scientific Meeting 2026 buff.ly/ohVlbf9 🚀 Apply for our Leadership Development Programme buff.ly/lF6rBLN

Here's our President, Dr Ian Higginson @RCEMpresident, with a message to our incredible SAS doctors @EMSAS_RCEM this #SASWeek25 Thank you for your continuous hard work, commitment and dedication to the specialty.

Day 3 #SASWeek25 extended roles www.northumbria.nhs.uk/media-centre...

Insightful blog for #SASweek25 #SASsix #NHS

We at #HospitalDoctorsUnion support SAS doctors and the #SASsix #campaign, you can belong with us as we push for the change & recognition you deserve 👉www.hcsa.com/join

Happy #SASWeek25! It's great once again to be celebrating the work of #SASdoctors and #SASdentists - and highlighting ways to improve their experience, support their development and make the most of the skills they bring to the NHS. Check our website each day: www.nhsemployers.org/articles/sas...

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