RCSEd Appoints New International Surgical and Dental Ambassadors

RCSEd is delighted to announce the appointment of new International Surgical Ambassadors and International Dental Ambassadors. Our International Ambassadors are a key element of our international outreach and provide valuable support for the College’s activity in their country or region, as well acting as a local point of contact for trainees, Members and Fellows, and partner organisations.

International Surgical Ambassadors , International Dental Ambassadors , ISA , IDA

RCSEd Vice President Professor Angus Watson Awarded OBE for Services to Surgery and Research

Professor Angus Watson, Vice President of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd), has been awarded an OBE for his outstanding contributions to the field of surgery and surgical research.

Professor Richard Cure is Appointed Dental Vice Dean (UK)

The Faculty of Dental Surgery is delighted to announce that Professor Richard Cure has been appointed as the Faculty’s first Dental Vice Dean with responsibility for UK matters. Professor Cure will remain in post for three years.

Faculty of Dental Surgery , FDS , Dental

RCSEd Global CARE 2026 Applications

Applications for the 2026 Global CARE Grants and Scholarships are now open with a closing date for Wednesday 1 April 2026. We invite grant applications for projects focused on creating sustainable impact in LMICs and scholarship applications from professionals from LMICs looking to gain a new skill or qualification to help strengthen their healthcare system in their home country.