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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 6h

It was a joy to welcome in all of our new #RCPfellows at yesterday’s ceremony and celebrate your standout contributions to medicine👏

Congratulations to all our new fellows!

👉Learn more: ow.ly/LMUG50X8Ac1

Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 9h

‘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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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 14h

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

As part of #SASWeek25, RCP president Professor Mumtaz Patel hosted an open forum with #SASdoctors from across the UK – an honest, energising conversation about recognition, equity and leadership.

Read more about this important discussion: ow.ly/8avb50X7P8H

RCP president hosts open forum for SAS doctors to celebrate SAS Week 2025

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Sandy Thomson @drsandythomson.bsky.social · 1d

Fantastic day of Geriatric medicine regional teaching @rcphysicians.bsky.social #TheSpine in Liverpool today bringing together 45 Mersey & Manchester/Lancashire Registrars 😊
Core Geri topics included Stroke, PD, vestibular disorders, heart failure and palliative care with group and plenary sessions

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

This #SASWeek2025, we’re celebrating SAS doctors who shape patient care in unique and powerful ways.

In her new blog, Dr Heather Sullivan shares how she found her niche in diabetes, and why being an SAS doctor is not a fallback option – but a career of choice: https://ow.ly/KVTi50X6TJc

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

🌟 Celebrate #SASWeek25 with the RCP!

We’re looking forward to welcoming #SASdoctors tomorrow to our free CPD session: Leading for collective competence in medical teams.

Explore more leadership training for SAS doctors: ow.ly/OPUG50X4mEp

@sascollective.com

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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 2d

As part of #SASWeek25, join our digital forum ‘Celebrating the SAS doctor community’ with RCP president Professor Mumtaz Patel – open to all.

Don’t miss it: ow.ly/MSeM50X3EOB

@sascollective.com

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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 2d

It’s #SASWeek25! 🌟

In collaboration with NHS Employers, we’re celebrating SAS doctors, their impact and their careers. Stay tuned for inspiring stories, resources and more throughout the week.

Find out more: https://ow.ly/E2yi50X3EE7

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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 3d

Obstetric medicine credential 🩺

Designed for resident doctors with an interest in obstetric medicine, this learner-led credential leads to a professional diploma, with fully funded places available.

📅 Applications opening soon – register your interest. https://ow.ly/eMwS50X4OHL

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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 4d

Did you know last year 100 clinical services met the accreditation standards across our six programmes 👏

Our accreditation unit supports the process of evaluating the quality of clinical services & promotes QI through areas of best practice and areas for change: https://ow.ly/9TVm50X6fXE

Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 4d

📜Postgraduate certificate: Training programme to meet the medical needs of adults with a learning disability.

Developed alongside Edge Hill University for senior healthcare professionals ready to lead change.

📅 Applications are open – apply now: https://ow.ly/Gksa50X4Nit

The medical practice in adult learning disability 2024/25 programme

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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 5d

🆕 We’ve launched our new education & professional development landing page!

Now organised by career grade, it’s easier to browse CPD courses tailored to your level – whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience as a consultant.

🔍 Find your training: https://ow.ly/xtZO50X4oBp

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RCP museum @rcpmuseum.bsky.social · 6d

Today we are sharing the story of James Samuel Risien Russell (1863 – 1939) - a renowned neurologist, acclaimed professor, & one of the first Black British consultants.

Read our blog for more on his life & career
👉 history.rcp.ac.uk/blog/james-s...

#BlackHistoryMonth @rcphysicians.bsky.social

Black and white photo portrait of James Risien Russell with short dark hair and a moustache.
Image courtesy of the Queen Square Archives ©National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery

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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 6d

✨ Celebrating the 2025–26 Turner-Warwick lecturers.

Each lecture is rooted in #clinicalresearch, #medicaleducation or #qualityimprovement and demonstrates clear, lasting impact.

👏 Congrats to this year’s winners – we’re excited to see the difference their lectures will make: ow.ly/fB0i50X4nAi

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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 7d

In our latest #NextGenPhysicians blog, Dr Dominic Mears, shares how he and colleagues introduced an Acting Up scheme at @worcsacutenhs.bsky.social to give #doctors training in #internalmedicine real-world experience of the registrar role.

🔗 https://ow.ly/GFUN50X2W3v

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clin-med.bsky.social @clin-med.bsky.social · 7d

The Royal College of Physicians journals team is at the #RCPUpdate in York today!

Come and chat to us about:
- free #OpenAccess publication for RCP members
- our increased Impact Factor - now 3.9
- our sister publication @futurehealthj.bsky.social

https://www.rcp.ac.uk/news-and-media/rcp-journals/

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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 7d

We can't wait to welcome all of our delegates to a sold out Update in medicine conference in York today.

If you're attending, please join the conversation using #RCPUpdate – we love to hear your thoughts.

Not a member yet? Visit our membership stand to get 25% off your first year.

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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 8d

Our report ‘A breath of fresh air’ highlights growing evidence about the increased range of health impacts linked to toxic air even at low concentrations and urges government to act now on #airpollution as a serious and preventable public health threat.

👉Learn more: ow.ly/30x250X4fNL

Air pollution linked to 30,000 UK deaths in 2025 and costs the economy and NHS billions, warns Royal College of Physicians

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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 8d

Today we hosted a joint session at #Lab25 with @rcpch.bsky.social, about addressing #airquality.

Our panel discussed the negative impacts of #airquality across our life course, the need for stronger regulation and a UK-wide public health campaign about the health impacts of air pollution.

Every breath counts: Action on air quality (RCP and RCPCH) panel

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Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 8d

Our VP for Policy Dr Mike McKean speaking this morning about the impacts of air pollution on children’s health on our joint panel “Every breath counts: Action on air quality” with
@rcphysicians.bsky.social at #Lab25

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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 9d

Tomorrow, with @rcpch.bsky.social, we’re hosting a joint session ‘Every Breath Counts – Action on Air Quality’ where our panel will consider how national and local government can tackle poor #airquality.

👉Learn more and join the discussion: ow.ly/zX5950X3xwS

Every breath counts: Action on air quality

Join our panel session as we consider how national and local government can take action on air quality and improve the health of the public.

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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 9d

Today at #Lab25, RCP president Professor Mumtaz Patel spoke on a panel session, alongside @thekingsfund.bsky.social & the @alzheimerssoc.bsky.social, on #socialcare.

They discussed topics including funding, low satisfaction rates, joining up models of care & how to best enable the workforce plan.

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Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 9d

Medical students and foundation doctors: want to shape the future of training?

Join the RCP’s SFDN committee as a regional representative!

✅ Lead. ✅ Influence. ✅ Represent.

Apply now 👉 https://ow.ly/ukW150X2VIZ

Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 10d

Kick-start your #medical career with free #RCP membership 🩺

Students get educational and wellbeing benefits such as discounted events, advocacy, study spaces with free drinks, food and fitness discounts and more!

Join today: ow.ly/y2J350X1Cst

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