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The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh Partners with the David Nott Foundation to Deliver Trauma Surgery Training

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh Partners with the David Nott Foundation to Deliver Trauma Surgery Training

In a landmark collaboration aimed at addressing the critical shortage of skilled surgical care in conflict and disaster zones, the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd) is teaming up with the David Nott Foundation (DNF) to later this year host their Hostile Environment Surgical Training UK (HEST-UK) course at the College in Edinburgh.

Royal Colleges Seek New ICBSE and JCST Chairs

Royal Colleges Seek New ICBSE and JCST Chairs

The Presidents of the four Surgical Royal Colleges of the United Kingdom and Ireland invite applications from surgeons with significant relevant experience for the roles of Chair of two key Intercollegiate Committees: ICBSE and JCST.

2024 Surgical Skills Competition Winners Announced!

2024 Surgical Skills Competition Winners Announced!

The Surgical Skills Competition Grand Final took place at the College on Saturday 16 March. Students from 40 medical schools across the UK came together for a friendly competition to test their surgical skills.

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Press Statement: Leading Medical College Calls for UK Government To U-Turn On ‘Concerning’ Visa Crackdown

Leading Medical College Calls for UK Government To U-Turn On ‘Concerning’ Visa Crackdown - Read more

Statement from Rowan Parks, President and Tim Graham, Vice President of RCSEd On behalf of the NHS and the entire care workforce, The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd) is dismayed by the UK government’s decision to prevent doctors and other healthcare workers from travelling with their dependents to work in the UK. These dedicated in…



Press Release: Leading Medical College's Faculty of Dental Surgery Scoops Prestigious Award

Leading Medical College's Faculty  of Dental Surgery Scoops Prestigious Award - Read more

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh’s Faculty of Dental Surgery has been awarded the prestigious title of ‘Best Dental Education Institution – Scotland’ at the Global Health & Pharma (GHP) Oral Health & Dentistry Awards 2023. The recognition comes as a result of the Faculty’s unwavering commitment, expertise, and innovative contribu…



RCSEd Launches New Membership Fee Offer

RCSEd Launches New Membership Fee Offer - Read more

The 'Surgeons' Saver' offer has landed for Members and Fellows in the UK. The College is investing both in the benefits we offer to all our Members and Fellows, and in particular in supporting our younger professionals to develop their careers.



Press Statement: RCSEd acknowledges the Surviving in Scrubs report on sexual violence and misconduct

RCSEd acknowledges the Surviving in Scrubs report on sexual violence and misconduct - Read more

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd) acknowledges the Surviving in Scrubs report on sexual violence and misconduct, extending respect to survivors who shared their experiences. While distressing, we see this report as a vital step toward eradicating such behaviours in healthcare and society. College President Professor Rowan Parks sa…



Press Statement: The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh comment on the media article covering 'Mouth-cancer deaths fear over NHS dentist shortage

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh comment on the media article covering 'Mouth-cancer deaths fear over NHS dentist shortage - Read more

The Dental Faculty of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh are concerned at today’s news that oral cancers have risen significantly. Dental Faculty Dean Grant McIntyre commented: This is very worrying news. It highlights the profound impact when people struggle to access periodic NHS dental check-ups, potentially leading to delayed diagnos…





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