It’s been quite a busy year! So proud to be part of the seismic shift updating the old fashioned surgical world into an open, diverse and SAFE culture The Royal College of Surgeons of England aren’t afraid to hear criticism and make big changes. There have been so many improvements already, with more to come 💪🏽

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How can you stand out and stay professional on social media? Check out our webinar, Managing Your Brand and Maximising the Impact of Social Media, and make your online presence work for you. Watch: ow.ly/jAeY50Uo6Ec W.ORTH Women in Orthopaedics, Scarlet Nazarian, Tasha Gandamihardja

Hosting Xmas is months of stress & effort & cooking & logistical planning & money. I keep waking up at 3am with crazy dreams of stuffing & potatoes 4 ways… please give your hosts a massive THANKYOU and a hug 🥰 also offer to help eventhough they say ‘no it’s all under control’

Interesting update showing there are now markers for long COVID which could guide treatment 🙏 they have less NK cells and different gut biome… COVID, H5N1 news & more, 12/22/24 - by Ruth Ann Crystal MD drruth.substack.com/p/covid-h5n1-n…

Nearly 1 in 2 orthopaedic surgeons are burnt out: - Depersonalisation - Emotional exhaustion - Low sense of personal achievement 8,471 orthopods, 34 studies, 49% (15–90%) burnout Protective: - Mentorship - Seniority - Exercise - Family @rcsnews buff.ly/3PijtLf

We're launching "Orthopod Scholars," a new scheme with The Royal College of Surgeons of England for medical students & junior doctors from WP & underrepresented backgrounds interested in orthopaedics. Apply now! Details below:

Jemele Hill As someone who is fluent in ASL, and has worked with the deaf, Jemele is Correct. Closed captioning is not enough for deaf viewers, especially during emergency broadcasts. Here's why: 🧵 1/ Sign language isn't just 'English on hands.' It's a distinct language with its own

Lilase Hakoun Simon Fleming 🛠 Hi, you won't need training to sign up and we provide free resources and e-learning modules to help after you've registered. We’re also running a webinar on 11 February to give you a chance to ask questions. Check it out: ow.ly/vt3Q50UHto6

Mentoring is a full time job if you’re one of a few female orthopaedic surgeons… evidence shows anyone can be a impactful mentor helping minorities on their harder surgical journey - What do you wish you had known? Support the next generation 💪🏽 rcseng.onpld.com The Royal College of Surgeons of England

Consider supporting the excellent #BraveBishop by buying her book and thinking about how we can all be brave during these terrible times. Wouldn’t it be great if it started topping charts? £12 and not yet sold out in the UK…💪🏽 #medsky uk.bookshop.org/p/books/how-we…

Brilliant Lucy Pollock our very own advocate for British Geriatrics Society !! Physical activity is so important!!! So many benefits and important at all ages. It’s never too late!! Amit Arora Brian Dolan OBE, RMN, RGN Vic Rayner 💚 Faculty of Public Health Prof Scarlett McNally Centre for Perioperative Care Joe Wicks

“increased surgeon stress in the first 5 minutes of surgery was associated with a significant reduction in major surgical complications after controlling for patient, surgeon, and surgery characteristics.” Fascinating read JAMA Surgery

NHS 🌟 Day 29 of Gratitude: The Royal College of Surgeons of England The Royal College of Surgeons of England 🌟 🏥 Professional membership body championing excellence in surgery and patient care. #31DaysOfGratitude #ExcellenceInSurgery #SurgicalInnovation #RCSEngland #NHS_Voices NHS

Are you a medical student interested in Trauma & Orthopaedics? Apply now for our new £500 bursary to support your elective placement in T&O Application deadline: 28th February 2025. Find out more at: boa.ac.uk/bursary

Be the first to apply for one of our £1,000 educational bursaries 🙌 If you have strong leadership and teamwork skills, our bursaries could help you attend one of our courses by covering fees and travel expenses. Which one would you take? Eligibility: ow.ly/C5Hn50UIpYR

Interviewers often note that women tend to be much better prepared for interviews. Preparation and practise make such a big difference. Good luck to everyone applying for National ST3 T&O this year - see you soon 🤞

Amongst all of the squabbling amongst healthcare providers, it’s easy to forget there’s a group of quacks deploying dangerous treatments (devoid of evidence) on vulnerable patients. Do chiropractors even explain the risks of manipulation? thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/24892133.…

How can we support colleagues to be their authentic selves? Join Pride in Surgery Forum for a free webinar on visibility, belonging & the power of allyship in surgery. Professor Vivekananda-Schmidt, Ginny Bowbrick & Mx Karen Kai Chui lead the conversation. Book for 24 Feb: ow.ly/QceA50UQoYN

OK I’m officially done with X. Reading the racist, misogynistic, hate-filled comments: getting worse every day. Idiots feeling empowered to attack people who actually know what they’re talking about, and want to make the world a better place. This was the final straw #RIP #USA