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@rcoanews.bsky.social🚨 Last chance to stand for election to the RCoA Council.
We're seeking nominations for:
âś…2 Consultant anaesthetists
âś…1 SAS doctor
Join the Council from March 2027 & help shape College activity 🙌
⏰ Nominations close at 12 noon on Mon 12 Oct.
Find out more & apply 👉 https://ow.ly/qxOS50ZUh2m
@rcoanews.bsky.socialSave the date and join us for Anaesthetists as Educators: Advanced Educational Supervision, delivered in partnership with SEA UK.
This one-day course is designed for anaesthetists who want to strengthen their educational supervision practice.
Book your place 👉 https://ow.ly/U7nZ50ZTQcY
@rcoanews.bsky.socialDid you know our Exam changes are coming?
Join our webinars next Monday & Tuesday to stay ahead! đź’»
Discover what’s new, get a full overview, and receive expert prep advice.
CASE and CPE sessions start in June.
Save the date and book now 👉https://ow.ly/h0CU50ZUs0x
@rcoanews.bsky.socialAs #SASWeek2026 ends, we recognise and celebrate the exceptional contributions of SAS doctors.
Congratulations to Dr Anne Meaklim, recipient of the Community Interface Award at the NIMDTA SAS Recognition Awards in Northern Ireland.
Learn more about Anne's work 👉 https://ow.ly/j0VE50ZUpi1
@rcoanews.bsky.socialToday's GMC’s report highlights further action is needed to support SAS and LEDs.
We need greater access to specialist contracts, reduced employment uncertainty, & a SAS Advocate in every Trust and Board to champion doctors and local change.
Read more 👇https://ow.ly/NF0A50ZVVrq
@rcoanews.bsky.socialWe’re committed to championing and supporting our members’ wellbeing, including doing everything we can to improve your working lives.
Our wellbeing hub offers a range of supportive resources:
Learn more via our Wellbeing Hub👇
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@rcoanews.bsky.socialToday for #SASWeek2026 we’re focusing on the importance of advocacy, wellbeing and support.
Our SAS and LE doctors are distinct groups that play an essential role in delivering care to patients.
Find out how we’re calling for action 👇 https://ow.ly/3Ebn50ZVKKW
@rcoanews.bsky.socialThis #SASWeek2026 stand for the RCoA Council.
SAS doctors bring valuable experience, leadership & perspectives that help shape our specialty.
Read Dr Ashwini's blog: https://rcoa.ac.uk/blog/being-sas-doctor-boon-not-bane
đź“Ł Nominate yourself today: https://ow.ly/yPwc50ZVnZ2
Deadline: Oct 12
@rcoanews.bsky.socialAs part of #SASWeek2026 we're spotlighting Chair of our SAS Committee, Dr Ashwini Keshkamat, who talks about her role as Chair and the work of the SAS Committee in supporting the development, wellbeing and profile of SAS doctors across the UK.
Read more 👉 https://ow.ly/bLZ750ZVjY5
@rcoanews.bsky.socialJoin The Association of Anaesthetists, and us for an inspiring day dedicated to championing wellbeing in anaesthetic departments.
Hear from visionary speakers like Dr Tony Allnatt & Dr Robbie Kerry, and engage in meaningful discussions.
Register 👉 https://ow.ly/WL7i50ZTj27
@rcoanews.bsky.socialA huge thank you to our endorsing organisationsđź‘Ź
@rcoanews.bsky.socialDeveloped with people living with Parkinson’s, carers and multidisciplinary clinical experts, the guideline provides practical recommendations to support safer, coordinated perioperative care from referral through to recovery and discharge.
@rcoanews.bsky.socialToday, our Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) launched the UK's first national guideline to improve care of people with Parkinson's before, during and after surgery.
Much appreciation to all stakeholders involved.
Read our news item to learn more 👇 https://ow.ly/nIcO50ZUYxj
@rcoanews.bsky.socialContinuing our celebration of #SASWeek2026, we're sharing Dr Helena Smith's reflections on her career as a SAS doctor, the value of her professional community and the work she does with the Committee in getting SAS perspectives heard.
Read more from Helena on our blog 👉https://ow.ly/IcXH50ZUVls
@rcoanews.bsky.socialOur Clinical Content Leads are excited to invite you to our Winter Symposium ❄️
Join leading minds in anaesthesia for two days of thought-provoking sessions, expert-led lectures, engaging debates, & prestigious awards 🏅
Designed to inspire & inform 🙌
Book here 👉 https://ow.ly/Arqv50Zt0mT
@rcoanews.bsky.socialToday we're celebrating the role of Specialist doctors as part of #SASWeek2026.
Meet Dr Claudia Dulea, a Specialist Anaesthetist and member of our SAS Committee, who shares why the journey to Specialist was important and the many rewards of a SAS career.
Read more ▶️https://ow.ly/G0Vn50ZUS1u
@rcoanews.bsky.socialLast week, our CEO Craig Jones spent the day at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, seeing first hand the work our members do.
In his latest blog, Craig reflects on what the experience has meant to him as CEO and the learning he's taking forward 👉 https://ow.ly/zwnP50ZUzlj
@rcoanews.bsky.social#SASWeek2026 starts today and we'll be sharing reflections and resources, celebrating the essential role of our SAS colleagues within the NHS.
We'll be spotlighting members of our SAS Committee, starting with Associate Specialist and Council Member, Dr Kirstin May 👉https://ow.ly/7ZM350ZUxNA
@rcoanews.bsky.socialDid you know our Exam changes are coming?
Join our webinars to stay ahead! đź’»
Discover what’s new, get a full overview, and receive expert prep advice.
Save the date and book now 👉 https://ow.ly/FkPY50ZUsHn
