Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh

21/04/2026

The GMC has launched a new survey- the first in nine years- for SAS and LE doctors.

It seeks views on their roles, motivations, workplace experiences and their access to training and development. We encourage our Members who are working in LE (locally employed) and SAS (specialty, associate specialist, and specialist) roles to have their say and complete the survey.

For more information and to take part: https://www.gmc-uk.org/news/news-archive/gmc-opens-first-detailed-survey-of-le-and-sas-doctors-for-seven-years

20/04/2026

Adult social care is an essential part of the healthcare system, but it suffers from a lack of investment and integration with health services.

One of the greatest barriers to patient flow and timely discharge from hospital is the lack of staffed social care beds in the community, and the lack of care packages available for people to return home – or to another appropriate care setting.

Now is the time to commit to multi-year investment plans for local authorities and care providers.

Read more: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/news/scottish-parliament-election-college-says-principles-nhs-are-threatened-if-current-funding

17/04/2026

Our President, Prof Mark Strachan, recently spoke out over his concerns about changes in how diabetes technologies are funded in NHS Scotland amid fears that the roll-out of insulin pumps and closed loop systems could stall.

Read more here:

A move to end central funding for life changing diabetes technologies, adding it instead to the annual budgets of Scotland's NHS boards, is being described as devastating by a campaign group, while a medical Royal College says it could

17/04/2026

There's still time to apply for MSc Scholarships for 2026.

Applications are open for scholarships for the University of Edinburgh’s online MSc Internal Medicine and MSc Critical Care, offered in partnership with RCPE.

Scholarships cover up to 100% of the fees depending on the applicant’s home country.

Deadline to apply: 31 May 2026. Visit our website for information on MSc Scholarships, including a free webinar recording: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/msc-programmes'

16/04/2026

Last chance to book your place at RCPE: Pakistan, taking place online on Wednesday 22 April 2026.

Gain practical clinical insight, hear regional perspectives, and take part in an international educational update designed for physicians and healthcare professionals across the region and beyond.

Book now: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/events/rcpe-pakistan

Open to hospital doctors, GPs, healthcare professionals and medical students worldwide.

15/04/2026

Do you know a doctor in training or SAS doctor making an exceptional impact through teaching?

Nominate them for The John Munro Medal, an annual award recognising outstanding contribution to teaching and training. Named in honour of Dr John Munro OBE FRCP Edin, this medal celebrates passionate educators who inspire others and help shape the future of medicine.

The award includes a £500 prize and medal, presented at a future MRCP Diploma Ceremony. Last year's winner, Dr Dan Pugh, is pictured below.

Deadline: 9am, Monday 29 June 2026

Find out more and nominate: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/education/john-munro-medal-excellence-teaching

14/04/2026

Delayed Discharge data for Scotland in the financial year ending 31 March 2025 indicate that a daily average of 1,973 patients were delayed in hospital. This has a major impact on patient flow across the NHS- including A & E waiting times- as well as on the patients themselves and their families.

Our Health Priorities sets out proposals the next Scottish Government can adopt to reduce the level of delayed discharges: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/news/scottish-parliament-election-college-says-principles-nhs-are-threatened-if-current-funding

13/04/2026

There's still time to apply for the role of Deputy Dean of Training at the College.

This is a key leadership role supporting the delivery of high-quality physician training across the UK, with a particular focus on Internal Medicine training. You will work closely with the Dean of Training, national partners, and College committees to help shape training standards and respond to developments across the UK training landscape.

Learn more and apply: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/deputy-dean-training

13/04/2026

Listen to our latest episode of Clinical Conversations: Preventive Cardiology

Dr Marilena Giannoudi chats with Dr Heeraj Bulluck about the little habits that can make a big difference in preventing heart disease and the importance of taking care of yourself as a doctor as well as the patients you see.

Listen now: https://podcasts.rcpe.ac.uk/show/clinical-conversations

10/04/2026

Put simply: Scotland does not have enough doctors. As the Scottish Parliamentary election campaign continues, the College is calling on the next Scottish Government to publish a workforce plan, which is critical to ensuring that there are enough doctors and multidisciplinary healthcare colleagues to meet service and population demand – especially in our underserved rural and island communities.

Read more in our Health Priorities for May’s election: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/news/scottish-parliament-election-college-says-principles-nhs-are-threatened-if-current-funding

09/04/2026

We are pleased to return to Belfast to provide practical, clinically focused updates for Acute and General Physicians.

Taking place on Wednesday 27 May at the Europa Hotel, this in-person event brings together physicians for a comprehensive programme including infectious diseases and HIV, penicillin allergy de-labelling, Same Day Emergency Care, AI in medicine, oncology, intensive care trends, cardiology, frailty and sleep disorders.

Bookings now open:

Join us in person for our return to Belfast for an interactive day of networking and updates on general medicine and impacts in Northern Ireland.

07/04/2026

Join us online on Tuesday 5 May 2026 for RCPE & PAWPA: Advancing Preventative Medicine & Cancer Control Across Regions.

This special International Medical Update marks a first-time collaboration between RCPE and the Pan Arab Women Physicians Association (PAWPA), bringing together expert speakers to explore current challenges and advances in preventative medicine and cancer control.

Topics will include:
• Global perspectives on preventive medicine
• Social and behavioural change for resilient health systems
• AI-driven healthcare campaigns
• Mental health and digital support platforms
• Nuclear medicine and early disease discovery

This event is open to all grades and specialties and is free to all RCPE Members and Fellows. Bookings now open:

Join our latest IMU to hear from members of the Pan Arab Women Physicians Association (PAWPA) where they explore advances evidence-based prevention, highlights innovative technologies, and supports cross-regional collaboration.