The Royal College of Anaesthetists

The Royal College of Anaesthetists The Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCoA) is the professional body responsible for the specialty throughout the UK.

Anaesthesia is the largest single hospital specialty in the NHS. The Royal College of Anaesthetists is the professional body responsible for the specialty throughout the UK, and it ensures the quality of patient care through the maintenance of standards in anaesthesia, critical care and pain medicine.

This , the Patient Information Forum - PIF has launched a series of Trusted Health Information collections in partnersh...
19/01/2026

This , the Patient Information Forum - PIF has launched a series of Trusted Health Information collections in partnership with nhs.uk.

The collections feature 62 resources from 21 PIF TICK certified contributors.

Our epidural anaesthetics – risks and side effects resources have been added to the collection 🙌

View them here 👉 https://ow.ly/4xyh50XZEEy

Join our Devolved Nations Boards.Self-nominations are now open for positions on the Scottish, Northern Irish, and Welsh ...
19/01/2026

Join our Devolved Nations Boards.

Self-nominations are now open for positions on the Scottish, Northern Irish, and Welsh Boards.

All three boards provide a critical link between the College's work and its Fellows and Members based in the devolved nations.

A role on one of the Boards gives you the opportunity to make lasting change in your speciality, build your network, and have a wider impact in your region and community.

Closing date is 9 February 2026 at noon.

Learn more 👉 https://ow.ly/Etb050XZBoh

Join us for our Portfolio Pathway Q&A session this Thursday.Expect to 👇➡️Speak to expert panellists➡️Seek practical advi...
19/01/2026

Join us for our Portfolio Pathway Q&A session this Thursday.

Expect to 👇

➡️Speak to expert panellists
➡️Seek practical advice
➡️Get your application questions answered

Register here 👉 https://ow.ly/cs5f50XZzVO

In this Bulletin article from last spring, Dr Sarah Muldoon examines the conflict many consultants experience in their c...
15/01/2026

In this Bulletin article from last spring, Dr Sarah Muldoon examines the conflict many consultants experience in their careers between providing patients with the best care and providing meaningful training opportunities for their trainees.

The article presents a consultant's candid reflections on what striving for perfectionism entailed.

Read the article in full 👉 https://ow.ly/qeqk50XWC9v

Exams Update 📢Last month, we announced the timetable for transitioning to our new exam formats and shared key informatio...
15/01/2026

Exams Update 📢

Last month, we announced the timetable for transitioning to our new exam formats and shared key information to help candidates and trainers prepare.

Stay updated on new resources & info here 👉 https://ow.ly/e0JK50XW77X

Would you like to become an author for the Paediatrics and the Ophthalmic chapters of our Guidelines for the Provision o...
15/01/2026

Would you like to become an author for the Paediatrics and the Ophthalmic chapters of our Guidelines for the Provision of Anaesthetic Services (GPAS)?

If yes, there's still time to apply. Deadline: Monday 19 Jan

More info 👉 https://ow.ly/iSi350XWbfl

Join us in Brighton for Anaesthesia 2026, our annual flagship conference 🙌Our theme is Inclusivity & Community. Experien...
14/01/2026

Join us in Brighton for Anaesthesia 2026, our annual flagship conference 🙌

Our theme is Inclusivity & Community.

Experience world-class speakers, cutting-edge topics, interactive sessions, and unmatched networking.

Gain up to 15 CPD credits with flexible attendance options and on-demand content.

Book by 28 February to get 10% off with our Early Bird discount. Use code 'EARLY10' at checkout.

👉 https://ow.ly/h5zi50XW9pk

If you're returning to work in anaesthesia soon, we've got you covered!In collaboration with the Association of Anaesthe...
13/01/2026

If you're returning to work in anaesthesia soon, we've got you covered!

In collaboration with the Association of Anaesthetists, our course will focus on 👇

➡️Wellbeing, practicalities & case-based discussions
➡️Clinical skills, confidence, performance & culture

Book today to secure your place 👉 https://ow.ly/2TxI50XW6no

What is high-risk in elective general surgery? This survey aims to understand how clinicians identify patients as 'high-...
13/01/2026

What is high-risk in elective general surgery?

This survey aims to understand how clinicians identify patients as 'high-risk' in the context of elective general surgery and the role of the 'high-risk' pre-operative clinic in this process.

Forming part of Dr Anna-Marie Tiah’s PhD research with the University of Glasgow, this survey explores surgical and anaesthetic practice.

Learn more and take part 👉https://ow.ly/GSBV50XW0Ea

Take a listen back to our most listened to podcast from 2025 🎧Featuring Dr Gemma Phillips and Dr Yogita Chikermane, wh...
12/01/2026

Take a listen back to our most listened to podcast from 2025 🎧

Featuring Dr Gemma Phillips and Dr Yogita Chikermane, who discussed the impact of parenting on anaesthetic training.

They shared their experiences, discussed how things may have changed since then (or not), and outlined what still needs to change to help anaesthetists navigate the often competing demands of anaesthetic training and parenting.

Listen back 👉 https://ow.ly/BvNy50XVC6t

You have one more week to submit your abstract for an e-presentation at the virtual Patient Safety in Perioperative Prac...
12/01/2026

You have one more week to submit your abstract for an e-presentation at the virtual Patient Safety in Perioperative Practice meeting.

Theme: Patient Safety and/or Quality Improvement.

Entries close on 19 January 2026.

Find out more 👉 https://ow.ly/BOzV50XCaA3

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