The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is committed to fostering collaboration, engagement, and professional development within the surgical community. To further support these goals, we have established several committees and groups that bring together professionals to share insights, discuss key topics in the medical field, and drive member engagement. These groups provide valuable networking opportunities, build support systems, and represent a collective voice for the profession.
We invite our members to explore these groups further, get involved, and help shape the future of healthcare.
Trainees' Committee
The Trainees’ Committee of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is dedicated to representing and advocating for trainees. It ensures that trainee perspectives are considered in all College activities.
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Younger Fellows' Group
A network of younger consultants and senior trainees facilitating younger socialising, involvement in College life and delivering views on professional issues to Council through the Younger Fellows' Committee.
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SASL Committee
The RCSEd committee for Specialty Doctors, Associate Specialist, Specialist Grade & Locally employed surgeons’ committee (SASL) represents all SAS doctors, dentists, locally employed surgeons and locum consultants.
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Surgical Speciality Boards
Interest groups and surgical specialties are represented by 11 Surgical Specialty Boards (SSBs), which ensure that the membership's specialist professional interests have a voice within the College.
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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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National Honours Committee
The National Honours Committee (NHC) at RCSEd is responsible for coordinating the process of recommending individuals for national honours. This includes recognising the outstanding contributions made by RCSEd Members, Fellows and individuals who have supported the work and aims of the College, as well as RCSEd staff.
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Heritage Committee
The Heritage Committee guides the strategic management, development, and preservation of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh’s heritage assets. These includes the remarkable collections and resources within the Library, Archive, and Surgeons' Hall Museums, as well as the iconic Category A-listed Playfair building.
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