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The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 14m

Pelvic organ prolapse is common, affecting 1 in 10 women over the age of 50. This webinar will equip attendees with an understanding of relevant pelvic floor anatomy, the colorectal surgeons role within multi- component prolapse and more.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4grIYGX

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 4h

This webinar, presented by the RCSEd Core Trainee Forum will help those who are preparing for ENT ST3 interviews with the practical tips required to stand out. This session will feature Mr Damien Drury, an ENT ST4 based in Newcastle.

Register here: https://bit.ly/48WY5WX

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 21h

Congratulations to Professor Cathal J. Kelly who is awarded Honorary Fellowship in Surgery and Dr Dnyanesh M. Belekar who is awarded Fellowship in Surgery Without Examination. A huge congratulations to you both!

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The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 22h

It's a crisp, fresh Friday here in Edinburgh, a perfect day for a RCSEd Diploma Day! Congratulations to all our Diplomates, celebrating their achievement with family and friends.

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The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 1d

A gentle reminder that the registration deadline for the RCSEd National Surgical Skills Competition has been extended!

Register by 12 October for this unique opportunity to showcase your skills on a national stage!

Register here: https://bit.ly/4fZmZH1

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The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 2d

Take control of your professional development and earn instant certification, all while learning at your own pace! ProDental is completely free to RCSEd Dental Fellows and Members.

Sign up now: https://bit.ly/4j5GbTs

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 2d

RCSEd is delighted to announce that the 2025 Chennai Exam Prize has been awarded to Dr Nawaz Usman to recognise his achievement of being the highest scoring candidate at this year's Chennai MRCS Exam diet. Congratulations!

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 2d

This one-day practical course will provide medical students with an overview of vascular surgery as a career. There will be demonstrations and delegates will hear experiences from both a Vascular Trainee and Consultant.

Spaces are limited, book today: https://bit.ly/4mCdHCF

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Faculty of Pre-Hospital Care @fphced.bsky.social · 2d

Great to have Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) as a partner for the #2025FPHCConference. Charity funded SCAA provide round-the-clock care for time-critical and medical emergencies for the people of Scotland.

Visit their stall to find out more 🚁

🎟️Conference tickets bit.ly/3RzJN4T

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The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 3d

To celebrate #SASWeek25, RCSEd's SASL Committee speak on the vital work of Specialty and Associate Specialist (SAS) and Locally Employed Surgeons in the NHS. Additionally, they share how their upcoming conference will champion the contributions of this workforce.

Read arti... https://bit.ly/3IVOXaw

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The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 3d

There is still time to submit applications for the NEW James Weir Foundation Research Grants!

Up to £10,000 of funding will be available for each specialty area.

Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/4nF2JNS

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The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 4d

Last chance to apply to join the College's network of International Dental Ambassadors (IDAs)!

Submit your application by Friday 10 October - https://bit.ly/469C2t7

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 4d

We are pleased to be hosting an Engagement & Educational Event in Lahore, Pakistan on 28 October.
RCSEd Members & Fellows are invited to attend this event where there'll be an opportunity to meet RCSEd Faculty & learn more about the College.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4nXfBiR

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 4d

Improve your knowledge of thyroid and parathyroid surgery with our informative workshops!

Sign up for BAETS Thyroid Masterclass: https://bit.ly/3ZGK9Kt

Sign up for BAETS Parathyroid Masterclass: https://bit.ly/4gpsJJr

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 5d

📢 Good news, the registration deadline for the RCSEd National Surgical Skills Competition has been extended, for ONE week only!

This is your final chance to sign up and showcase your skills, don't miss out.

Register by Sunday 12 October: https://bit.ly/4fZmZH1

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 7d

❗Time is quickly passing by with just two days left to register for the RCSEd National Surgical Skills Competition!

Sign up for this unique opportunity to develop your surgical skills and receive feedback from experienced clinicians.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4fZmZH1

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 8d

Join us for this fascinating webinar as we explore how strategic use of diverse robotic armamentarium like suturing, stapling, image guided surgery and Artificial Intelligence can optimise robotic surgery outcomes.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4lZ2Nq3

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 9d

Join us for a two-day interactive course with case-based workshops of neuroradiological imaging!

Learn more and sign up here: https://bit.ly/48Iw59p

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The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 9d

📢 UK Medical Students, have you registered for the RCSEd National Surgical Skills Competition yet?
If not, you have 3 days left to register, don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to represent your medical school on a national stage!

Register here: https://bit.ly/4fZmZH1

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 9d

❗4 days left to register for the RCSEd National Surgical Skills Competition!
This prestigious annual challenge is designed to test and celebrate the practical abilities of medical students across the UK.

Register today: https://bit.ly/4fZmZH1

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 9d

Join SAAD for an informative discussion on how the RCSEd Diploma in Dental Sedation could enhance your career.

Learn more and sign up here: https://bit.ly/48aRfwP

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 10d

We're pleased to share that SAS Lead for NHS England, Prof Madapura Shashidhara will be speaking at the SAS/LED Surgeons & Dentists' Conference on 24 October. His presentation will cover 'Specialist Grade: Strategies to Increase Appointments.'

Book today: https://bit.ly/4nfkZ0G

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 10d

Our upcoming webinar focuses on the importance of Temporary Anchorage Device (TADS) placement and how best to utilise this with clear aligners and lingual fixed appliances.

Enhance your understanding and sign up here: https://bit.ly/4o27Pnq

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 10d

Join our webinar, as our panel of experts within the field of trauma and orthopaedics explain the common cause of hip pain in young adults with a focus on femoroacetabular impingement and hip dysplasia.

Register here: https://bit.ly/3V3xLmc

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh @rcsed.bsky.social · 11d

Undergraduate Students and Foundation Year Doctors are invited to attend the Edinburgh School of Surgery Research Symposium in November. There will be guest lectures on surgical training and research and abstracts are also being accepted.

Book here: https://bit.ly/4m8hTKc