We were delighted to celebrate our 800 students who took part in their White Coat Ceremony yesterday.
The event is a milestone that marks the beginning of students’ academic journeys, underscoring the importance of professionalism.
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@rcsi.bsky.social@rcsi.bsky.socialJoin us online this afternoon for the annual White Coat Ceremonies.
4pm IST - Direct Entry Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy
5pm IST - Foundation Year Physiotherapy & Medicine, Physiotherapy, Graduate Entry Medicine, Advanced Therapeutic Technologies
@rcsi.bsky.social‘Growing up with neurodisability’ is now live.
The latest MyHealth RCSI episode is now available, exploring what it means to grow up and grow older with neurodisability.
Watch below or search ‘MyHealth RCSI’ wherever you get your podcasts.
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@rcsi.bsky.socialWhat can space travel teach us about getting a good night's sleep here on Earth?
In a new article for The Conversation UK, RCSI's Dr Ronan Lordan explores how lessons from space can deepen our understanding of our circadian rhythm.
@rcsi.bsky.socialIn this MyHealth RCSI episode, Growing up with Neurodisability, people with lived experience, researchers and clinical experts come together to explore what it means to live well with neurodisability at every stage of life.
#MyHealthRCSI is supported by Presidio.
Register now: tinyurl.com/3n4kzx4b
@rcsi.bsky.socialProfessor Juan Carlos Puyana has received the 2026 ACS/Pfizer Academic Global Surgeon Award.
Presented by the American College of Surgeons, the award recognises work to strengthen health systems in resource-limited settings across Africa, Asia and Latin America.
@rcsi.bsky.socialA highlight of the RCSI Millin Meeting is the opportunity to connect with organisations and networks supporting surgical research across Ireland.
The exhibition will provide direct access to expertise and guidance across the clinical research pathway.
Register here: www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
@rcsi.bsky.socialOn #WorldPharmacistsDay, Dr Shane Cullinan spoke to The Irish Times about the evolving role of pharmacists.
The article highlights how RCSI is preparing students for the future of patient-centred care.
Read more: www.irishtimes.com/sponsored/20...
Supported by Uniphar.
@rcsi.bsky.social‘Gut health and you’ is now live.
Hear from patients, clinicians and researchers as they explore the realities of IBD and IBS in the latest episode of MyHealth RCSI.
Watch here: youtu.be/zM5pT2voc2s?... or search wherever you get your podcasts
@rcsi.bsky.socialSix RCSI researchers have been awarded more than €2.5 million through the HRB Investigator-Led Projects scheme.
The projects will advance research across epilepsy, osteoarthritis, breast cancer, mental health and emerging drug threats.
@rcsi.bsky.socialRCSI has launched the Green Theatre Accreditation Scheme, developed with support from the HSE Climate and Sustainability Programme.
The scheme will help hospitals reduce the environmental impact of surgery while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.
@rcsi.bsky.socialWhat does a healthy gut look like?
Ahead of the latest MyHealth RCSI podcast on gut health, Professor Sudipto Das and Dr Orlaith Kelly speak to The Irish Times about the importance of maintaining a healthy microbiome for our overall health.
@rcsi.bsky.socialRCSI has been awarded the Smarter Travel Mark at silver level, recognising the university’s ongoing commitment to promoting sustainable travel among its staff, students and wider community.
Read more: www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
@rcsi.bsky.socialHow can education, research and action create a healthier, sustainable future?
As part of RCSI SDG Week 2026, RCSI will host Health for Humanity: Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals on Friday 25 September 10 am-2.30 pm.
Register here: 100896engagecms.campusnexus.cloud/health-for-h...
@rcsi.bsky.socialFour RCSI researchers have been awarded more than €1.2m through the HRCI-HRB Joint Funding Scheme.
The projects will advance research into earlier cancer diagnosis, brain metastases and epilepsy, with a focus on research priorities shaped by patients.
@rcsi.bsky.socialLiving with IBD, IBS or other gut-related conditions can affect far more than your physical health.
Register now for #MyHealthRCSI ‘Gut health and you’ going live on 24 September.
Proudly supported by Presidio.
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@rcsi.bsky.socialEuropean health leaders, clinicians, researchers and patient advocates are gathering at RCSI today to advance coordinated action on sepsis.
The event, part of Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the EU, aims to make sepsis a health policy priority.
@rcsi.bsky.socialThree innovation projects awarded RCSI High Potential Innovation bursaries:
- Safe Patient-Initiated Review for General Surgery Outpatients
- STAY (Support, Talk, Act, Your Experience)
- Promoting Sustainable Waste Management Practices in the Oncology Clinical Practice
More: tinyurl.com/muhhr6hb
@rcsi.bsky.socialCongratulations to Dr Felipe Contepomi, head coach of the Argentina national rugby team and renowned former international rugby player, who was awarded an Honorary Fellowship of RCSI's Faculty of Sports and Exercise Medicine. Dr Contepomi returned to RCSI for the ceremony, having graduated in 2007.
@rcsi.bsky.socialThe International Breast Cancer Congress (IBCC 2027), hosted by RCSI in Dublin, is now open for registration.
Join colleagues from around the world in one of Europe's leading destinations for medical education, research and innovation.
Register here: www.ibccdublin.ie/registration
