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Dr Anushka Aubeelack @bumblebeenush.bsky.social · 20h

Thinking about #SASweek25 & the showcasing of the Specialist role

It’s vital to step away from the ‘middle grade’ mentality & terminology that holds #NHS trusts back from using this role to its full potential

We need education & culture change #SASsix t.co/vg1wKsWlEE

https://www.nhsemployers.org/case-studies/recognising-autonomous-practice-sas-doctors-and-dentists

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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 22h

We at #HospitalDoctorsUnion support SAS doctors and the #SASsix #campaign, you can belong with us as we push for the change & recognition you deserve
👉www.hcsa.com/join

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Dr Anushka Aubeelack @bumblebeenush.bsky.social · 20h

Insightful blog for #SASweek25

#SASsix #NHS

BMA Scotland @bmascotland.bsky.social · 1d

🗣️'They are among the most valued and skilled members of our clinical teams'

Read this blog 👇 from consultant radiologist Kate Thomas for SAS Week 2025 which celebrates and supports SAS doctors 🎉

#SASweek25

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www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...

SAS doctors: the unsung backbone of the NHS

Consultant radiologist Kate Thomas reflects on her experiences working with SAS doctors and the importance of the specialist grade in ensuring career progression and formal recognition

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zoerob.bsky.social @zoerob.bsky.social · 1d

Day 3 #SASWeek25 extended roles www.northumbria.nhs.uk/media-centre...

SAS Week 2025 - Dr Gemma Horn (specialty doctor in urgent treatment centre) :: Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

From 6 to 10 October, we are marking SAS Week 2025 to recognise the contribution of this part of our workforce.

www.northumbria.nhs.uk

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Royal College of Emergency Medicine @rcem.ac.uk · 1d

Here's our President, Dr Ian Higginson @RCEMpresident, with a message to our incredible SAS doctors @EMSAS_RCEM this #SASWeek25

Thank you for your continuous hard work, commitment and dedication to the specialty.

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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 1d

🌟 As part of #SASWeek25, we’re giving non-members a taster of RCP Launchpad!

Hear Dr Tulika Porwal on her #SAS career journey – from college tutor to PACES examiner and clinical supervisor.

Find out more: ow.ly/yU8150X8jEs

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NHS Grampian @nhsgrampian.bsky.social · 1d

It’s Dr Jaffrey Thavasingh’s turn to share what life is like as a specialty doctor during #SASWeek25. He works in general medicine in our urgent unscheduled care pathway and reflects on the realities of frontline care.

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 23h

It's day 3 of #SASWeek25, with a focus on SAS development

💰 Members can apply for our SAS Educational Grant - up to £2,000 buff.ly/Kego0kr
☃️ Get an exclusive SAS member rate for Winter Scientific Meeting 2026 buff.ly/ohVlbf9
🚀 Apply for our Leadership Development Programme buff.ly/lF6rBLN

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

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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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 22h

We at the #HospitalDoctorsUnion support the #SASsix campaign. SAS doctors deserve to be recognized and celebrated for their important contributions and expertise. The six asks are an important call to action advocating for positive change that impacts the working lives of SAS doctors.
#SASWeek25

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 22h

Today for #SASWeek25 we're focusing on SAS development.

Ready to take the next step?

📽️ Watch Prof Jamie Read share three pactical tips on how SAS doctors can access and thrive in leadership roles.

3 top tips to access leadership roles as a SAS doctor

For SAS Week 2025, Prof Jamie Read shares three practical tips to access leadership roles as a SAS doctor.

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Nick Child TU @nickchildtu.bsky.social · 21h

Happy day3 of #SASWeek25.

Did you know the #HospitalDoctorsUnion @hcsa-com.bsky.social was the first national organisation to endorse the work of the SAS Collective @sascollective.com and their #SASSix campaign?.

Below are the asks, we hope all #ourNHS Trusts and Boards are listening?

HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 22h

We at the #HospitalDoctorsUnion support the #SASsix campaign. SAS doctors deserve to be recognized and celebrated for their important contributions and expertise. The six asks are an important call to action advocating for positive change that impacts the working lives of SAS doctors.
#SASWeek25

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bmacymru.bsky.social @bmacymru.bsky.social · 21h

🔍 SAS Doctors in Extended Roles are driving change across the NHS. 🚀 Today we celebrate their development journeys and the impact they make beyond the clinic. 📖 Read and watch Dr Porwal’s story: 🔗https://bit.ly/3WqTx3J

#SASWeek25

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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 21h

‘FRCP is more than just a title – it’s a recognition by peers of one’s contribution to medicine.’

This #SASWeek25, Dr @priscillasmith.bsky.social shares how becoming an RCP fellow elevated her SAS career: ow.ly/c39B50X8lkY

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Medical Protection @medicalprotection.bsky.social · 20h

This #SASWeek25 get a preview of our webinar on 6 November with Karen Ellison, Medicolegal Consultant at Medical Protection. Karen will share her views on supporting SAS doctors plus her personal insight.

Register here 👉 medicalprotection-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#SASdoctors #medicalprotection

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drelainemonaghan.bsky.social @drelainemonaghan.bsky.social · 20h

Happy SAS week! On day three thank you to my consultant and nursing colleagues who brought the cakes.
#SASsix #SASsky #SASbychoice #NHSLanarkshire #SASWeek25

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HCSA Union General Secretary @gensechcsa.bsky.social · 13d

Calling all SAS, LED & IMG #doctors, for far too long your roles have been undervalued

Do you need a sense of belonging?

We support #SASsix calls for change and as the #HospitalDoctorsUnion, we can influence as our membership grows

Be part of that change & join us #SAScampaign @sascollective.com

HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 13d

Great to see support growing for the #SASsix initiative. HCSA is proud to have been the first organisation to formally support this campaign and we continue to stand with other supporting organisations to support the SAS Six campaign. The #HospitalDoctorsUnion - working together to create change.

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The SAS Collective @sascollective.com · 8d

We are delighted to see the updated @assocanaes.bsky.social SAS Handbook published, including a whole chapter on the #SASsix campaign.

The Association have been fantastic allies to our campaign, and we remain very grateful for their ongoing support!

anaesthetists.org/Home/Members...

The SAS handbook 2025 | Association of Anaesthetists

SAS doctors make up at least 20% of the anaesthetic workforce, and combined with locally-employed doctors are the fastest growing part of the medical workforce in the NHS. We have aimed to produce a r...

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The SAS Collective @sascollective.com · 2d

Day 2 of #SASweek25 is focused around the Specialist role.

The Specialist contract, for senior, experienced and autonomous colleagues, should be an attainable goal in a SAS career.

We made it part of the #SASsix, because opportunity for progression matters a great deal.

The SAS six infographic, including:

"All Specialty Doctors who meet the specifications should have the opportunity to become Specialists".

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Nick Child TU @nickchildtu.bsky.social · 1d

Day 2 of #SASweek25 with a message from #HospitalDoctorsUnion President Dr Naru Narayanan #SASsix @hcsa-com.bsky.social

Join us: www.hcsa.com/join

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HCSA Union General Secretary @gensechcsa.bsky.social · 1d

Day 2 of #SASweek25 with a message from #HospitalDoctorsUnion President Dr Naru Narayanan #SASsix @hcsa-com.bsky.social

Join us: www.hcsa.com/join

HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 2d

HCSA - the #HospitalDoctorsUnion was the first national organisation to endorse the work of the SAS Collective and the #SASSix campaign.
▶️ Watch this message from HCSA President, Dr Naru Narayanan, celebrating SAS doctors and #SASWeek2025 🎉, and affirming our ongoing support.
@sascollective.com

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The SAS Collective @sascollective.com · 1d

We are thrilled whenever a new Trust wishes to use the #SASsix in their approach to their medical workforce.

Every doctor needs support to progress their career, opportunity to reach their potential, and the right contract for their work.

Bravo, NHS West London.

Welcome to the family!

#SASweek25

The logos of the 11 Trusts who have now formally adopted the SAS six, including NHS West London.

The SAS Collective polar bear mascot points to the viewer and says "this could be you!"

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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 2d

We at #HospitalDoctorsUnion support SAS doctors and the #SASsix #campaign, you can belong with us as we push for the change & recognition you deserve
👉www.hcsa.com/join

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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 2d

HCSA - the #HospitalDoctorsUnion was the first national organisation to endorse the work of the SAS Collective and the #SASSix campaign.
▶️ Watch this message from HCSA President, Dr Naru Narayanan, celebrating SAS doctors and #SASWeek2025 🎉, and affirming our ongoing support.
@sascollective.com

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The SAS Collective @sascollective.com · 1d

We are absolutely delighted to have the support of @hcsa-com.bsky.social.

They were early supporters, and the first organisation to stand up and be counted in the #SASsix campaign. We continue to work with them closely.

#SASweek25

HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 2d

HCSA - the #HospitalDoctorsUnion was the first national organisation to endorse the work of the SAS Collective and the #SASSix campaign.
▶️ Watch this message from HCSA President, Dr Naru Narayanan, celebrating SAS doctors and #SASWeek2025 🎉, and affirming our ongoing support.
@sascollective.com

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