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A group of committed Specialist, Associate Specialist and Specialty (SAS) doctors, working to improve the careers and retention of doctors in the UK | #SASsix | #SASsky | #SASbyChoice | #SASdocsRock
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The SAS Collective @sascollective.com · Nov 20
The #SASsix is a grass roots initiative, by SAS doctors for SAS doctors.

The SAS Collective is a group of SAS doctors and allies, looking create real change, and improve the careers of doctors in the NHS.

You can read more about all of this here:

www.nhsemployers.org/articles/sup...
SAS six infographic. The #SASsix policy calls are: Every early career SAS doctor should have access to an educational supervisor. All SAS doctors should have equity of access to professional development opportunities relevant to their stage of career. All specialty doctors who meet the required capabilities should have the opportunity to become specialists. Senior SAS doctors should be offered the opportunity to be educators at every level on a par with consultants e.g. educational supervisors, clinical supervisors, directors of medical education. All extended roles in leadership and management should be open to all substantive medical staff that is, consultants and appropriately experienced SAS doctors. All LEDs employed for more than two years within one NHS employer should be offered the opportunity to transfer to the appropriate SAS contract.
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The SAS Collective @sascollective.com · 10h
Today is day 3 of #SASweek25, focused around SAS development AND SAS doctors undertaking extended roles.

These things form a big chunk of the #SASsix.

We consider it self-evident that a career that is limited, is potential being wasted. We can't have that!
SAS six infographic, including asks about educational supervision and development opportunity for SAS doctors, AND the opportunity for SAS doctors to become leaders and educators.
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The SAS Collective @sascollective.com · 13h
We are absolutely ecstatic that as part of their #SASweek25 celebrations, the @rcpsych.bsky.social have decided to become the sixth college support the #SASsix campaign. We love it!

They have announced this on X, hopefully they will do so here too in due course.

Bravo, psychiatry!
The SAS six national support slide, now including RCPysch!
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zoerob.bsky.social @zoerob.bsky.social · 1d
@sascollective.com #SASsix we are committed to ensure all leadership roles are open to all
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Nick Child TU @nickchildtu.bsky.social · 18h
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?
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 18h
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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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 18h
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 · 1d
#SASWeek25

Our recent Anaesthesia News issue includes a dedicated SAS Week segment, packed with insights from SAS doctors across the UK.

Members can access the full issue 🔗 buff.ly/8CGnXfx
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Rob Fleming @robjimfleming.bsky.social · 1d
Day 2 of #SASweek25 continues, based around the Specialist role.

I thought I might share again this blog I wrote for @nhsemployers.bsky.social.

This is my journey. Today should be a reminder that there are lots of different ways to get where you are going.

www.nhsemployers.org/articles/bec...
Becoming a specialist - a SAS perspective
Rob Fleming provides insights into his journey from specialty doctor to a specialist and encourages all employers to recruit specialty doctors.
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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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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

@bma.org.uk

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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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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 1d
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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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
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 1d
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.
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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
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 1d
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.
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 1d
Today's #SASWeek25 theme is 'Specialist grade' 🥼

🧾Dr Thomas James & Dr Ashwini Keshkamat talk us through their individual journeys to becoming specialists in this Bulletin article.

They reflect on the highs, the lows and everything in-between 🙌

Read more 👉 https://ow.ly/2vml50X7aBg
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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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zoerob.bsky.social @zoerob.bsky.social · 1d
Day 2 #SASWeek25 Specialist role, senior SAS doctor
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Medical Protection @medicalprotection.bsky.social · 1d
The NHS 10-Year Plan includes a commitment to support SAS doctors in their career development, but meaningful change requires action.

As we celebrate #SASWeek25 Dr Karen Ellison explains how the SAS Six framework can help make this commitment a reality

www.medicalprotection.org/uk/articles/...
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NHS Grampian @nhsgrampian.bsky.social · 1d
THREAD // It's #SASWeek25 and we’re celebrating our specialty, associate specialist, and specialist (SAS) doctor workforce. Now in its fourth year, the aim of SAS Week is to highlight the impact of SAS doctors.

www.nhsemployers.org/articles/sas-week-2025

@bma.org.uk @nhsemployers.bsky.social
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NHS Grampian @nhsgrampian.bsky.social · 1d
Today as part of #SASWeek25, recognising specialty, associate specialist, and specialist (SAS) doctors, we introduce a newly appointed specialist doctor in community mental health care. Dr Steven Cooper works as part of #Aberdeenshire Health and Social Care Partnership.
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Rob Fleming @robjimfleming.bsky.social · 1d
Day 2 of #SASweek25 is focused around the Specialist role.

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

Employers and doctors need to understand and actively promote the role.

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SAS Specialist
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Dr Anushka Aubeelack @bumblebeenush.bsky.social · 1d
A senior doctor via a different route. Autonomous within their clinical niche, as consultants are"

A quote from a good friend ☺️

Some of our fabulous doctors @bhrut-nhs.bsky.social 🥰

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Meet the SAS workforce at Barking, Havering and Redbridge NHS Trusts
We dive into the evolving role of SAS doctors, their pursuit of career progression, and the vital support they receive from dedicated mentors and departments. From leadership roles to pursuing MBAs, learn how SAS doctors are breaking barriers, gaining recognition, and balancing expertise with training for the next generation of medical professionals. Part of #SASWeek25
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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 1d
It's day two of #SASWeek25
📽️ Find out why SAS anaesthetists choose this path
Why choose SAS?
This is "Why choose SAS?" by Learn@ on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.
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The SAS Collective @sascollective.com · 1d
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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Medical Protection @medicalprotection.bsky.social · 1d
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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

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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 1d
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.
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