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Press releases from April 2024


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Leading dental professor calls for unified approach on PPE to avoid postcode lottery

A leading dental professor is calling on the UK Government to provide greater supply of and clarity around guidance for PPE ahead of dental practices re-opening.

A leading dental professor is calling on the UK Government to provide greater supply of and clarity around guidance for PPE ahead of dental practices re-opening.  Phil Taylor, who will shortly take up the role of Dean of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh’s Faculty of Dental Surgery, has said there is disparity across the regions on the is…


RCSEd response to FGDP guidance - June 2020

RCSEd response to FGDP guidance - June 2020

Statement 01 June 2020 Phil Taylor, who will shortly take up the role of Dean of the Faculty of Dental Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, has responded to guidance published by the Faculty of General Dental Practice today, which outlines the steps dental practices should take in order to re-open on 8 June. Phil said: “We w…


Dental Crown – Leeds University Student Wins Dental Skills Competition

A dental student from Leeds University’s Dental School has been crowned the winner of a prestigious competition aiming to discover the UK and Ireland’s best undergraduate dentist.

Emma Louisa Smith, originally from Market Harborough, won the Dental Skills Competition, held by The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh’s Faculty of Dental Surgery in conjunction with sponsors Dentsply Sirona and supported by Dr Tom Bereznicki, beating off stiff competition from 14 other finalists. Mishaim Aamir Mian from Cork University Denta…


Military Surgeons Honoured with Memorial in Scottish Capital

Military surgeons have been honoured with the installation of a memorial in Edinburgh’s city centre.

Military surgeons have been honoured with the installation of a memorial in Edinburgh’s city centre.  The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh has unveiled a new memorial bench and plaque in the gardens of its Nicolson Street headquarters, commissioned to commemorate the role of the College’s members and fellows in military conflict. The steel …


‘Improving Workplace Conditions is Key to the Future of Surgery’

Leading medical experts to focus on ‘Making it Better’ at RCSEd Triennial Conference

A host of prominent medical professionals from across the globe are set to gather in Scotland’s capital to discuss improving the workplace for healthcare professionals. The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh’s (RCSEd) Triennial Conference will take place in Edinburgh on 4-5 June, and as the title of the event - ‘Making It Better’ - suggests, s…




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