Webinars

The College’s ongoing webinar series are an important resource for those looking to consolidate their knowledge and understanding or keep up with the latest developments in their chosen field. The webinars cover a wide range of specialties and disciplines while offering a convenient remote learning opportunity.

Each session usually lasts one hour and includes a lecture presented by an expert in their field as well as a Q&A session where attendees have the opportunity to ask questions.

All of the webinars are recorded and these recordings are made available in the College's webinar archive.

Upcoming webinars Archived recordings

Upcoming webinars

Visit this page regularly to find details of our upcoming webinars. To attend one of our live events you will need to register in advance.

COVID-19

As we face the effects of COVID-19 across the world, The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is determined to keep both our Members and the public up to date with the latest developments and information to aid those working in such difficult circumstances.

Our COVID-19 webinar series will draw upon the front line experience of senior clinicians from across multiple disciplines, and help answer those questions you have with special Q&A sessions.

Topic	Target Audience	Date	Time	Duration	CPD hours	Panellists	Registration
Supporting surgical trainers, especially during COVID	Surgeons and allied surgical professionals	5th October 2020	19:00 BST	1 hour	1	Rowan Parks David O'Regan Gael MacLean Lisa Hadfield-Law Jon Lund Sesi Hotonu	Register
How to make the best of your personality when interacting with others	Whole surgical team	12th October 2020	19:00 BST	1 hour 30 mins	1.5	TBC	Register
Work well in teams: Sharing purpose, separating the people from the problems and celebrating success	Whole surgical team	26th October 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour 30 mins	1.5	TBC	Register
Live, let live and thrive - collaborating across an organisation	Whole surgical team	9th November 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour 30 mins	1.5	TBC	Register
Understanding the environment around us and making the best of it	Whole surgical team	23rd November 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour 30 mins	1.5	TBC	Register

Cardiothoracic Surgery

A webinar series for Cardiothoracic trainees and consultants brought to you by The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in association with SCTS.

Topic	Target Audience	Date	Time	Duration	CPD hours	Panellists	Register

Coloproctology

A webinar series for Coloproctology trainees and consultants brought to you by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in association with ACPGBI.

You can find recordings of all previous webinars in this series in the archive.

Topic	Target Audience	Date	Time	Duration	CPD hours	Panellists	Registration
Functional Bowel Disorders	Surgical trainees and Consultants	29th September 2020	19:00 BST	1 hour	1	Mr Gregory Thomas	Register
Beyond UC - how to navigate other colitides	Surgical trainees and Consultants	27tth October 2020	19:00 BST	1 hour	1	Mr Seamus Kelly	Register

Coping and leading during a COVID pandemic

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in collaboration with an expert leadership panel, plan to offer support to the whole surgical team with strategies and a toolkit to deal with work pressures that may have arisen with the COVID-19 pandemic.

In addition to recognising your personality strengths, this series will potentially highlight strategies and measures to be taken that will help you to be resilient and thrive despite working in a challenging and ever-changing environment. Being able to identify your persona and that of others, you will be able to develop techniques to work better and more effectively in your team, and across your organisation.

It is hoped that these measures will help you cope with the strain working through a pandemic and also stand you good stead for the future.

To help inform the content of the upcoming webinars in this series please consider completing our anonymous survey looking at Resilience in surgeons. You can complete the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/RQHXLMG.

Topic	Target Audience	Date	Time	Duration	CPD hours	Panellists	Registration
How to make the best of your personality when interacting with others	Whole surgical team	12th October 2020	19:00 BST	1 hour 30 mins	1.5	TBC	Register
Work well in teams: Sharing purpose, separating the people from the problems and celebrating success	Whole surgical team	26th October 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour 30 mins	1.5	TBC	Register
Live, let live and thrive - collaborating across an organisation	Whole surgical team	9th November 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour 30 mins	1.5	TBC	Register
Understanding the environment around us and making the best of it	Whole surgical team	23rd November 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour 30 mins	1.5	TBC	Register

Dental Careers Support

This series of one hour webinars will cover the career opportunities of dental specialty training along with an additional focus on careers in primary dental care to assist in dental career journey.

The Primary Dental Care webinar will provide information about the scope and opportunities of careers in the Primary Dental Care sector along with talks from practitioners who have created interesting and diverse careers, based on a Primary Dental Care, including teaching and training, posts with statutory regulators, enhanced skills development and management roles.

Topic	Target Audience	Date	Time	Duration	Panellists	Register
Careers in Primary Dental Care – as exciting and diverse as you are!	Early career dentists	30th September 2020	19:00 BST	1 hour	Professor Helen Craddock Dr Andrew Gemmell Dr Helen Clark Dr Nadia AlAni Dr Robert Bland	Register

Dental Examinations

Topic	Target Audience	Date	Time	Duration	Panellists	Register
Membership in Special Care Dentistry – the new format: What trainers need to know	Trainers of trainees sitting the new format MSCD examination	1st October 2020	18:00 BST	1 hour	Philip Taylor Carole A Boyle Graham Walton Helen Patterson Avril Macpherson	Register

ENT: A multidisciplinary approach to...

A webinar series for ENT trainees, SAS and consultants brought to you by The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in association with ENT UK. The premise behind this series is to provide clinicians with an understanding of their roles and that of other disciplines in the treatment of common ENT diseases. Each session will feature two speakers i.e. an ENT Surgeon and a colleague from an affiliated medical/surgical specialty. The hope is that by utilizing a cohesive approach, we will limit adverse events, improve patient outcomes, decrease patient length of stay, reduce costs and increase both patient and job satisfaction.

Topic	Target Audience	Date	Time	Duration	CPD hours	Panellists	Register
A multidisciplinary approach to rhinitis and immunotherapy	ENT trainees, SAS and consultants	6th October 2020	19:00 BST	1 hour	1	Professor Hesham Saleh Professor Stephen R. Durham Ms Archana Soni-Jaiswal	Register
A multidisciplinary approach to skull base trauma	ENT trainees, SAS and consultants	24th November 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour	1	Mr Mike Wareing Mr Dimitris Paraskevopoulos Mr Raj Bhalla	Register
A multidisciplinary approach to drooling and neurodisability	ENT trainees, SAS and consultants	17th December 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour	1	Mr Ravi Thevasagayam Dr Charlie Fairhurst Mr Neil Bateman	Register

The Faculty of Perioperative Care Annual Conference 2020

The Perioperative Practitioner: What are the future developments for the extended surgical team?

This year’s Faculty of Perioperative Care Conference will be delivered virtually and in-keeping with this technology, it was felt important to address two other important recent developments, one in surgical intervention and the other in practice. The part played by the non-medical practitioners in the modern surgical team becomes increasingly important in both.

In relation to surgical intervention, the introduction of minimally invasive surgery using laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques and robotic assisted surgery have seen many advantages for the surgical patient. In robotic surgery, however, who should be assisting the surgeon, what can they do and how should they be trained? It is likely that the advanced practitioner such as the Surgical Care Practitioner (SCP) and the Surgical First Assistant (SFA) will have an important part to play. We are fortunate to have two internationally recognised speakers from Colorectal Surgery and Urology to address this today.

In relation to surgical practice, the COVID-19 pandemic has generated many challenges but there are many reports of the benefits of having experienced practitioners such as SCPs and Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACP) in the team. Their background and experience have allowed flexibility in employment in the role with redeployment and incorporation in surgical rotas being two examples. With over six months of COVID-19 now, how can this experience be utilised and developed for the future? We are pleased to have speakers from Trauma and Orthopaedics, Cardiothoracic Surgery and General/Colorectal Surgery who have first-hand knowledge of working with them.

Further information

The Faculty of Surgical Trainers Conference 2020

Communication, Communication, Communication - an international, interactive, educational online session

This is a global online event relevant to all who work in health care, with a focus on the role of the surgical team in delivering care. Registration is free and open to anyone who wishes to attend.

The conference panel is formed of a diverse group of experts with a range of skills in healthcare, surgery, education, business, leadership, coaching, training, human factors, and situational awareness. They have experience working with high performance teams, global industries, firefighters, aircrews, and fighter pilots in theatres of operation, cockpits, and on oil rigs. All have worked in high performance teams and understand the critical importance of listening and communication.

The conference is headlined by the global leader, Bob Chapman, CEO of Barry-Wehmiller and co-author of the bestselling book; ‘Everybody Matters – the extraordinary power of caring for your people like family’. His message is changing the way people think and is building a #betterworld through #trulyhumanleadership and solutions that believe #EverybodyMatters. He is in high demand on the TED circuit, cited as the mentor to Simon Sinek and by the President Bush Foundation.

Further information

MFDS Revision - Restorative Dentistry

This webinar series will cover a number of topics within restorative dentistry including periodontology, fixed and removable prosthodontics plus management of the older patient. These webinars will have relevance for all members of the dental team but are particularly targeted at those preparing for upcoming MFDS examinations.

Topic	Target Audience	Date	Time	Duration	CPD hours	Panellists	Register
Removable Partial Dentures	Dental professionals, undergraduates and trainees	7th October 2020	19:00 BST	1 hour	1	Dr Guy Lambourn Dr Ewen McColl	Register
Fixed and adhesive prosthodontics	Dental professionals, undergraduates and trainees	4th November 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour	1	Dr Conor McLister Dr Gerry McKenna	Register
Restorative management of Older Adults	Dental professionals, undergraduates and trainees	2nd December 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour	1	Dr Gerry McKenna Dr Ewen McColl	Register

Neurosurgery: Neuro-oncology

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh will deliver the first batch of Neurosurgery webinars over the coming months. Neuro-oncology will be the theme. Dealing with brain tumours is a cornerstone of what we do as neurosurgeons and is a field that is burgeoning with innovation. We have experts from across the UK and wider afield delivering webinars on pertinent aspects of neuro-oncology.

We will cover the latest evidence in regard to how we should treat these often aggressive and life changing illnesses. The fundamental anatomy underlying neuro-oncology will be explored with a review of white matter tract anatomy and the surgical methods that might be employed to limit damage in eloquent areas. Pineal region tumours are a particularly challenging group of brain tumours from the varied pathological substrates, through the methods of investigation, and the diversity in operative management. A lot of what we learn as neurosurgeons is put the maximum test in dealing with lesions in this region and we will use it to illustrate many fundamental principles. After surgery for a brain tumour a patient’s journey is complex and we will be addressing the post-surgical oncological management of these patients. Finally, brain tumours provide a focus for a variety of imaging studies. In particular, we will be talking about the wide range of MRI modalities can be employed and the science behind them.

Please do join us for these lively and informative discussions! We encourage you put your questions to the experts and engage in what we hope will be very valuable educational activities.

Topic	Target Audience	Date	Time	Duration	CPD hours	Panellists	Registration
Surgery in Eloquent Areas	Neurosurgical trainees and consultants	Postponed Date TBC	TBC	1 hour	1	Timothy Jones

Oral Maxillofacial Surgery

A webinar series brought to you by The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in partnership with the British Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. It will cover new and emerging techniques in all facets of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery balanced with refinements in current practice.

It is aimed at UK and International surgeons in training and those in established practice in Oral & Maxillofacial, ENT and Plastic Surgery.

Topic	Target Audience	Date	Time	Duration	CPD hours	Panellists	Register
Facial Asymmetry	Oral & Maxillofacial, ENT and Plastic Surgery Consultants and Trainees	5th October 2020	20:00 BST	1 hour	1	Daljit Dhariwal	Register

RCSEd Regional Surgical Advisors webinar series for Medical Undergraduates

With the closure of medical schools across the UK, the RCSEd’s Regional Surgical Advisory Network has stepped in with a national effort to offer teaching in the form of webinars. These webinars will be aimed at medical students and will be delivered by experienced trainers from around the UK. The aim is to augment the remote learning medical students will already be having from their individual medical schools.

Topic	Target Audience	Date	Time	Duration	Panellists	Registration
The Management of Cushing's Syndrome	Medical Undergraduates	29th September 2020	16:00 BST	30mins	Mr Radu Mihai	Register
Colorectal polyps, the transition to cancer and FAP/HNPCC	Medical Undergraduates	1st October 2020	16:00 BST	30mins	Mr Ray Delicata Mr Jamshed Shabbir	Register
The patient with stridor	Medical Undergraduates	6th October 2020	16:00 BST	30mins	Mr Jai Manick Ms Emma Stapleton	Register

Special Care Dentistry

This innovative series of webinars, supported by the British Society of Disability and Oral Health will be delivered by key speakers in Special Care Dentistry. The content will involve a broad range of expertise across a wide variety of disciplines in health and social care, combining a comprehensive, holistic approach for dental care of people with special care dentistry needs.

The aim of the webinars will be to provide up to date knowledge on preventive techniques, dilemmas and treatment for patients who are unable to accept routine dental care. The specialist led topics are targeted for those who provide care from primary to tertiary dental services at any level of their career.

The partnership of the British Society of Disability and Oral Health and The Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh for the webinars provides an excellent opportunity to create a forum for clinicians who provide Special Care Dentistry; a fundamental step forward to improving oral health inequalities which is required to meet the complex requirements of special care dentistry.

Topic	Target Audience	Date	Time	Duration	CPD hours	Panellists	Register
Biological Therapies	Dental trainees, Dentists and Dental Care Professionals	8th October 2020	19:00 BST	1 hour	1	Emily Sherwin Mr Andrew Kwasnicki	Register
Haem-oncology	Dental trainees, Dentists and Dental Care Professionals	3rd November 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour	1	Dr Charlotte Wilson-Dewhurst Mr Andrew Kwasnicki	Register
Risk assessment in conscious sedation	Dental trainees, Dentists and Dental Care Professionals	9th December 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour	1	Suzanne Burke Mr Andrew Kwasnicki	Register

Update: Urology

The ‘Update: Urology’ webinar series in Autumn will see leading experts deliver their insights into key topics in urology. This series is run by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

Professor Prokar Dasgupta, former Editor-in-chief of the BJUI, will share his insights into writing a successful paper; Professor Jens-Uwe Stozenburg, global pioneer in training in robotic urological surgery, will provide top tips on robotic partial nephrectomy; Mr Mark Speakman, former BAUS President, will explore the evidence base underlying the wide range of surgical treatments for LUTS; Professor Alan McNeill, BJUI treasurer and former BAUS section of Oncology Chair, will provide an update on current trends in the surgical management of prostate cancer. Professor James N’Dow, Chair of the EAU Guidelines Committee, will discuss the highlights of the updated 2020 EAU guidelines; Professor Alex Haese will provide his insights into robotic radical prostatectomy as head of the world’s highest volume prostate-cancer centre.

The webinars will be vital viewing for Urologists in training, Urological Nurse Specialists, as well as Urologists in established practice.

Topic	Target Audience	Date	Time	Duration	CPD hours	Panellists	Register
The Surgical Treatments of LUTS / BOO; Do we now have too much choice?	Urological surgeons, trainees and specialists	12th October 2020	19:00 BST	1 hour	1	Mr Mark Speakman Mr Michael Palmer	Register
Robot-assisted Radical Prostatect omy: How I Do It.	Urological surgeons, trainees and specialists	26th October 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour	1	Professor Alexander Haese Ms Justine Royle	Register
Robot-assisted Partial Nephrectomy: How I Do It.	Urological surgeons, trainees and specialists	2nd November 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour	1	Professor Dr. Jens-Uwe Stolzenburg Professor Alan McNeill	Register
Highlights of the European Association of Urology Guidelines	Urological surgeons, trainees and specialists	9th November 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour	1	Professor James N’Dow Mr Edward Mains	Register

Vascular Surgery

A webinar series brought to you by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in partnership with The Vascular Society of Great Britain and Ireland.

The series will begin by addressing what the specialty involves and how it has developed to specifically engage those who are in medical schools or are in their early years of post-graduate training who often have little exposure to our specialty. The remainder of the series will seek to ask experienced vascular surgeons to address areas of vascular surgery that are clinically challenging and provide dilemmas in decision making.

We hope this series will appeal to a wide range of vascular specialty trainees and consultants.

Topic	Target Audience	Date	Time	Duration	CPD hours	Panellists	Register
Surgical and conservative management of the diabetic foot, orthotics and off-loading	Vascular specialty trainees and consultants	13th October 2020	19:00 BST	1 hour	1	Mr Patrick Coughlin	Register
Lower limb reconstruction for chronic limb threatening ischaemia , endovascular or bypass	Vascular specialty trainees and consultants	10th November 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour	1	Mr Andrew Tambyraja Dr Neil Masson	Register
Limits of Endovascular repair; when should we consider complex EVAR and the limits of IFU	Vascular specialty trainees and consultants	8th December 2020	19:00 GMT	1 hour	1	Mr Jonathan Boyle	Register

Archived webinar recordings

You can find archived recordings of all of our webinars by following the links below. It can take several days for recordings to be uploaded to the website.

Please note that some of the webinar recordings are only available to RCSEd Fellows, Members and Affiliates.

Acland Anatomy Resource