The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

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RCSEd is delighted to announce Wesleyan Financial Services as the College's exclusive financial advice partner, offering our UK-based membership access to specialist services and advice. Learn more here: bit.ly/45fDue5 Capital at risk. @Wesleyan

Global CARE is pleased to announce that applications for the 2026 Global CARE Grants and Scholarships are now open! Find out more and apply here: bit.ly/4sIivKM

Dr Clare McNaught, President of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, has responded to the announcement of the Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill which will prioritise for training places for UK medical graduates. Read more: bit.ly/45R5jJK

What is QI? How can and should it be used in the clinical setting, and when should it not be used? This upcoming webinar will provide a discussion about the value of QI and how it can contribute to whole system improvement. Register here: bit.ly/4jQ6pvd

We are currently inviting applications for an eLogbook Clinical Lead. Learn more: bit.ly/4qDbhXn

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is looking for applications for the post of Professor of Anatomy. The primary purpose of the role is to support the College in the delivery and ongoing development of anatomy teaching. Apply here: bit.ly/4qDbhXn

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This webinar is being delivered by the RCSEd committee for Specialty Doctors, Associate Specialist, Specialist Grade & Locally employed surgeons' committee (SASL) and will explain how to secure a training post as a locally employed doctor via the CREHST route.

This is a fantastic opportunity to to enhance and update your knowledge in all aspects of adrenal practice from work-up and diagnostics to peri-operative management and operative techniques. Book now ➡️ bit.ly/4p55qIs

Equip yourself with the tools, frameworks ad strategies needed to embed TBQR into your clinical practice. Apply here ➡️ bit.ly/3Jw4WMm

Congratulations to Kate Hamilton from School of Dental Sciences, Newcastle University who came first place at the RCSEd–COMD Dental Skills Competition 2025/2026 heat. Congratulations also to Faris Mobarak, who came in second place, and Michael Vickers, who came in third place.

Learn to to demonstrate the utility of the ultrasound doppler machine to scan the greater and short saphenous vein for Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) surgery. Apply here ➡️ bit.ly/3KmBSYQ

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd) extends its congratulations to its fellows and members who were recognised in the King's New Year Honours List 2026 for their achievements and service across a wide range of healthcare. Read more: bit.ly/455ysRe

Just a few more weeks left to submit applications for the Sir James Fraser Travelling Fellowship in General Surgery. Up to £2000 is available to provide funding for Higher Surgical Trainees in General Surgery. Apply by Saturday 31 January: bit.ly/3YsZjnr

RCSEd are delighted to announce that applications are now open for the new Elizabeth Anita Mathew Thalanany ENT Travelling Fellowship. Apply here: bit.ly/4jz78AR

Dr Clare McNaught, President of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, responds to the joint report from the Auditor General and the Accounts Commission on 'Delayed discharge'. Read here: bit.ly/49eIz8X

The Edinburgh Head and Neck Course consists of 2 modules and is delivered across 5 days in total. Module 1 provides the underpinning knowledge base & practical instruction in resection techniques on head and neck surgery & runs across 2 days. Learn more: bit.ly/47AYo98

Aiming for a career in surgery? This course aims to introduce medical students and FY1 doctors participants to safe basic surgical techniques that are common to all surgical practices. Apply here ➡️ bit.ly/4qHBODd

The West Midlands Foundation Trainee Surgical Society (WM FTSS) have created an Instagram page featuring updates on upcoming events, including a new surgical revision series. See the poster below for further details or follow here: bit.ly/4qH7GXD