Melanie Sinclair

There’s currently one last place left on this two-day course (9-10 April) to help you prepare for the MRCS Part B OSCE. Book now at: rcp.sg/mrcsbprep

Another successful ASiCS delivered last week followed by a Medtronic day course. Thanks to our wonderful leads, faculty, sponsors @Medtronic and of course all our CASC colleagues @rcpsglasgow @UofG_Anatomy #surgicaleducation

Really looking forward to this one, taking us nicely into the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games. Come join us

@RPD2025STELLA I missed this, sorry you lost your special girl 🌈 🐾

Heartbreaking update. Stella passed away peacefully this morning as I kissed her goodbye. Stella won so many hearts, showing how loving and talented #Staffies are. An incredible police dog. Stella will forever be in my heart and always remembered for her amazing smile 🐾💔

You can learn innovative practical training on the surgical techniques that can save lives when waiting for assistance is not an option. This is a hands-on cadaver course with only 12 places available. Join this course on 29-30 Apr, or 18-19 Nov. Book at: rcp.sg/sse

Grateful to have finished the RCPSG Urology ST3 Interview Prep Course as lead organiser. Learned a lot, made true friends, and deeply thankful to the faculty who volunteered. #Urology #ST3 #RCPSG

@Koko88913804 @ramzye257 @DrKellyOng Thank you for all your hard work on this Koko, outstanding feedback as always @rcpsglasgow

@DC_PoliceDogs Do you use the same name on insta?

This could be my last post on X. I’m struggling to post videos on X after years without a problem. Apple tell me my phone is fine & that the issue is with X. I can’t find any advice on X’s help line re this issue & therefore I may have switch to Instagram re vids.

Coming up this January at the College 📅 From surgical courses and webinars on tackling air pollution, to the Scottish Orthodontics Conference – there are lots of opportunities to sharpen your skills and gain some valuable CPD to start the year. Book: rcp.sg/events

Thank u @JohnCam_Brennan for reviving Glasgow surgical forum 🙌👌 great event with huge educational value @rcpsglasgow @MrJTJenkins @ACPGBI @PColorectal @UoPScience pleasure to visit my parent college & discuss complications in MIS surgery. 🙏 education & IT team for superb event

@Ceara59341215 @DC_PoliceDogs @PSOSDogs @WMPolice @policedogunit @PoliceDogDorset @NSPoliceDogs @PSOSDogs

🚨 Taking interest for D litter for our working Giant Schnauzers that will hopefully take place within the next couple of months. 🚨 The puppies will be DONATED, only available to Police or SAR @DC_PoliceDogs @PSOSDogs @WMPolice @policedogunit @PoliceDogDorset @NSPoliceDogs

Another amazing ASiCS course delivered In our Clinical Anatomy Skills Centre (CASC) couldn’t have done it without our awesome faculty, colleagues and partners @rcpsglasgow @UofG_Anatomy @Medtronic

@Ravious101 He is not the man for you! He doesn’t love you and he never will. How your family could question your choice is beyond my comprehension. One day you’ll look back and know this was the best decision you ever made!

From a post boyfriend dropped the ultimatum on me last night while I was feeding the dogs: "It's either me or them. I can't do this anymore." I just stood there holding Shadow's food bowl, watching my three rescues waiting patiently for dinner, and felt my heart crack in half. "They're just dogs," he said. "You care more about them than you do about us." Maybe he's right - I did spend three weekends building custom bunk beds for them (took me forever and more trips to Home Depot than I care to admit). I did convert our spare room into their space. And yes, I do plan my entire schedule around their feeding times and anxiety medications. But here's what he doesn't understand: Bruno was found in a dumpster with cigarette burns. Bella spent two years chained outside in all weather until her paws were permanently damaged. Shadow still won't let men near him after whatever hell he went through. I promised each of them they'd never be abandoned again. My sister thinks I'm insane. "You're choosing dogs over a relationship? You'll die alone surrounded by animals." Even my mom suggested I rehome them. Everyone acts like I'm throwing my life away, but when I went through my divorce, when I couldn't get out of bed from depression, these three were the only reason I kept going. I know what I should do. I know what makes logical sense. But how do I look at Shadow hiding under his special blanket and tell him that after everything, he's still not worth keeping? How is that not the ultimate betrayal?

@CrazyVibes_1 Wear the dress!!

Join our innovative practical training course on the surgical techniques that can save lives when waiting for assistance is not an option. The course will cover thoracotomy, chest drains, surgical airway and emergency caesarean section. Book at: rcp.sg/sse

Basic Laparoscopic Skills Course on 20 October offers a practical introduction to laparoscopic surgery for doctors in the early stages of training. From this, you'll develop skills in instrument handling, port placement and laparoscopic technique. Book at: rcp.sg/basiclaparo

@NiallHarbison Niall, you are awesome and if you walked away tomorrow your legacy will live on. Be kind to yourself

I’ve been hit by the absolute worst burn out and depression since last night. It started as just a flu type thing but as the night went on I knew all the signs… 😬 Jaw started clenching up 🤷‍♂️ Indecision and self doubt 🛌 Horrendous sleep and vivid nightmares 🦴 Whole body and bones aching 🌫️ Fog descended all over my brain. 😱 Panic attack and dread of seeing anybody I don’t think it’s one particular thing but rather a month of losing lots of dogs. Life or death decisions and the stress of dogs being in operations. I’ve tried to do everything right with running / healthy eating and taking my meds but it all just caught up. Today has been 80% in bed under the covers. I wasn’t going to share it this time and rather just hide it as I always worry people think I’m fishing for compliments and sympathy. But I always remember the few messages I get when I do share it. I’m lucky I can be open. Not everybody who has a job or even family and friends can share it yet so I post this for you guys out there. I know from accountants to athletes and stay at home mums to forklift drivers and CEOs there is a world of people who suffer in silence. Please don’t ever think you are alone or different to others. We are all in this together. I struggled to walk the dogs today. To feed myself. To even answer simple Whatsapp messages. I stoop in line at the shop looking at my flip flops in case somebody spoke to me. My body was shaking with fear, anxiety and pain. And that’s ok. Many of us will be like that. Just remember it’s totally ok to not be ok. It doesn’t make us weirdos or outcasts. It’s just a mental illness and it passes. Hopefully I’ll be back to full health asap as trying to do all the right things. My brain was just a little overloaded with hard dog decisions and grief. Love you all ❤️

A really fun team day this week @rcpsglasgow #teameducation

@DC_PoliceDogs Oh no 😢 I hope he can continue

Not having much luck. Recently Lost Bex with a hip issue, then TPD Odi broke his leg & now TPD Clive has some teeth abnormalities which could mean his withdrawal from the program. He is seeing a specialist dental 🦷 vet on Thursday. 🤞🤞🤞

A good listen @rcpsglasgow