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SAS/LED Surgeons/Dentists’ Conference 2025

Attend RCSEd’s SAS/LED Surgeons/Dentists’ Conference on 24 Oct 2025 to explore portfolio pathways, specialist grades, workshops and patient safety.

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RCSEd Announces New Vice Presidents

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh has announced the appointment of its four incoming Vice Presidents following an election process.

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RCSEd Guild of Examiners

The Guild of Examiners is a new initiative designed to bring examiners and assessment assessors together in a supportive and connected community.

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Recognition and Prevention of Injury and Deterioration

Book the RAPID course for hands-on training in managing surgical patients and enhancing patient care and safety through practical simulation.

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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 33,000+ 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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Welcome to the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Supporting surgical careers for over 500 years.

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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  • Team Based Quality Review (TBQR) for Clinical Practice
  • MRCSEd Ophthalmology Component 1 - Basic Sciences & Optics
  • Foundation in Dental Leadership (FDL)
  • Foundation in Surgical Leadership (FSL)
  • Recognition And Prevention of Injury and Deterioration (RAPID)
  • Membership in Implant Dentistry

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

  • Supplementary Charter and Governance Updates

    Following agreement by our Fellows and Members at the Annual General Meeting in November 2024, His Majesty King Charles III has granted the College a Supplementary Charter and approved our revised Laws. This achievement marks a new chapter for the College.

  • RCSEd Guild of Examiners: Building a Community of Excellence

    We’re proud to launch the Guild of Examiners an exciting new initiative designed to bring examiners and assessment assessors together in a supportive, professional, and connected community.

  • Final Sitting of MRCS (ENT) OSCE Announced for February 2026

    This announcement is for candidates wishing to register for the final opportunity to sit the MRCS (ENT) OSCE examination.

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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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Funding and Recognition Opportunities

Explore RCSEd’s funding and recognition portfolio, including research fellowships, travelling fellowships, grants, scholarships and bursaries. We also celebrate their achievements through a prestigious portfolio of medals, lectureships, prizes, professorships and awards. Open to Members and Fellows across all career stages and specialties.

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