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Triennial & ICOSET Conference 2025

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

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Foundation Trainees Surgical Societies National Conference 2025

Abstract submissions are now being accepted for oral and poster presentations for this year's conference. The submission deadline is Friday 30 May.

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Membership in Implant Dentistry Exam

Advance your career in implant dentistry with a membership exam focused on safe, informed and independent dental implant practice.

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Interview Skills for Core Surgical Training

This course is designed to prepare foundation trainees and medical students considering a career in surgery for core surgical training interviews.

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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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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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Supporting surgical careers for over 500 years.

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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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  • The 9th Surgical Approaches to the Spine (Edinburgh)
  • The International Edinburgh MRCS OSCE Preparation Course (Sri Lanka)
  • RCSEd Bariatric Surgery Course (Edinburgh)
  • Interview Skills for Core Surgical Training (Edinburgh)
  • 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

  • RCSEd responds to article in The Times – Representation of women in surgery

    The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is deeply concerned by a recent article published in The Times (1 May), authored by Martin Samuel, which perpetuates outdated and damaging stereotypes regarding orthopaedic surgeons.

  • Nominations Sought for Election to Dental Council

    The Faculty of Dental Surgery is seeking nominations for two vacancies arising on Dental Council from September 2025. Nominees must be Dental Fellows of The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, in good standing with the College.

  • Announcing Global CARE: Creating Access to Resources and Education

    The College is proud to launch Global CARE (Creating Access to Resources and Education), formerly the Global Surgery Foundation. Established in 2015 by Richard Montgomery, this initiative has been rebranded to better reflect our expanded mission of addressing healthcare inequality worldwide by building sustainable surgical & dental capacity in communities suffering from chronic shortages of care.

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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.