Standard-setting & professional membership organisation representing over 14,500 Fellows & Membershttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3ml733ciaja2rJoin us on 25 May, for a classical concert like no other in the majestic Great Hall of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, a hidden gem in the city’s New Town not normally open to the public. Book tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rcpe-spring-concert-tickets-1986310882319 #classicalconcert #edinburgh06 May 2026 16:00 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml733ciaja2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3ml64vps6p72kIn this episode of Career Conversations, Dr Marilena Giannoudi talks to Dr Clare Bostock about the important topic of work-life balance. Listen now: https://podcasts.rcpe.ac.uk/show/career-conversations06 May 2026 07:00 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml64vps6p72khttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3ml3wimqldy2qAt our Evening Medical Update on Weakness, talks include: ➡️Myasthenia gravis: an update ➡️Recovering from brain injury ➡️Updates in hyperacute stroke Booking here: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/events/weakness #rcpeEMU05 May 2026 10:00 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml3wimqldy2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3ml3rmwt3rs2rReminder: have your say in the GMC’s annual National Training Survey, the largest insight into postgraduate medical training in the UK, which closes on Wed 6th May. For more information and to participate go to: https://www.gmc-uk.org/education/how-we-quality-assure-education-and-training/evidence-data-and-intelligence/national-training-surveys05 May 2026 08:33 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml3rmwt3rs2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mkzcrygri52pWe remain concerned about worsening ill health and growing inequalities in Scotland. We support action on UPFs, alcohol, tobacco and e‑cigs. As the election campaign enters its final days, we again call for a national conversation on cross‑party NHS reform: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/news/scottish-parliament-election-college-says-principles-nhs-are-threatened-if-current-funding04 May 2026 09:02 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkzcrygri52phttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mkrxyalc3r2qWe are proud to be lit up green in support of @lymediseaseuk.bsky.social and Lyme Disease Awareness Month. Find out about the illness, how you can prevent tick bites, and what you should do if you’re bitten at www.lymediseaseuk.com #lightupforlyme #betickaware01 May 2026 11:00 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkrxyalc3r2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mkpxq6pgje2kJoin us for From Project to Publication – Turning Quality improvement Work into a Journal Article on 10 June: ➡️ Practical webinar on publishing QI work ➡️ Learn how to get started Book now: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/events/project-publication-turning-qi-work-journal-article30 Apr 2026 15:50 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkpxq6pgje2khttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mkpjqts2qf2eConfidently assessing ophthalmic symptoms is an essential skill for clinicians across many specialties. Join Ophthalmology for Medics, a half-day online course on Thursday 28 May exploring practical approaches to common eye presentations. Bookings now open: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/events/ophthalmology-medics30 Apr 2026 11:40 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkpjqts2qf2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mkp246dczw2rBook your spot for RCPE & PAWPA: Advancing Preventative Medicine & Cancer Control Across Regions. This online event brings together expert speakers to explore current challenges and advances in preventative medicine and cancer control. Join us 5 May. Bookings: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/events/rcpe-pawpa-advancing-preventative-medicine-cancer-control-across-regions30 Apr 2026 07:00 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkp246dczw2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mkmvkpkibn2cOur President, Prof Mark Strachan, appeared on BBC Scotland yesterday commenting on NHS waiting times. He questioned whether parties are being open about what’s needed to cut waiting lists. Read more about our position in our health manifesto: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/news/scottish-parliament-election-college-says-principles-nhs-are-threatened-if-current-funding29 Apr 2026 10:33 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkmvkpkibn2chttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mkmmyh4nw72rAt our #rcpeEMU on Weakness on 26 May, we’ll explore the latest in neurology with expert talks on diagnosing and managing myasthenia gravis, supporting recovery after brain injury, and key updates in hyperacute stroke care: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/events/weakness #rcpeEMU29 Apr 2026 08:00 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkmmyh4nw72rhttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mkk7uvvyhd2cGreat teaching shapes great physicians. If you know a physician who goes above and beyond in teaching and training, nominate them for the Chiron Medal. Last year's winner, Dr Louise Wiblin, is pictured below. Find out more: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/education/chiron-medal-excellence-teaching-and-training28 Apr 2026 09:00 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkk7uvvyhd2chttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mkhipgb3zc2kWe sit down with Guide Dogs UK, one of the UK's leading sight loss charities, to discuss some of the small acts and considerations that medical professionals can practice to help their patients with sight loss. Listen now: https://podcasts.rcpe.ac.uk/show/clinical-conversations27 Apr 2026 07:00 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkhipgb3zc2khttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mkf72kc56x22New technologies, including telemedicine, offer major opportunities to improve NHS care. But outdated NHS IT systems and poor integration across health and social care must also be addressed. Read our plans for modernising services: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/news/scottish-parliament-election-college-says-principles-nhs-are-threatened-if-current-funding26 Apr 2026 09:02 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkf72kc56x22https://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mkaga2mzb722The College has been leading physicians since 1681. By becoming a member of RCPE, you will have enhanced professional opportunities to contribute to standard-setting in Medicine and influence policy which impacts physicians and public health as a whole. Learn more: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/membership/join-college24 Apr 2026 11:27 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkaga2mzb722https://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mk3h5b3ynr2kBookings are now open for our Evening Medical Update on Weakness – 26 May. More info and full programme here: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/events/weakness #rcpeEMU22 Apr 2026 12:00 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3h5b3ynr2khttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mk3byayfiv24RCPE Belfast 2026 takes place on Wednesday 27 May at the Europa Hotel. Join colleagues from across Northern Ireland for regional insight, clinical updates and professional discussion in acute and general medicine. Last chance to book: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/events/belfast-202622 Apr 2026 10:28 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3byayfiv24https://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mjz3e7t7zk2vThe GMC launched its first survey in nine years for SAS and LE doctors. We encourage Members in SAS or locally employed roles to take part and share their views. More info: https://www.gmc-uk.org/news/news-archive/gmc-opens-first-detailed-survey-of-le-and-sas-doctors-for-seven-years21 Apr 2026 13:24 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjz3e7t7zk2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mjymji4tht22Last month, we had the honour of hosting another Diploma Ceremony. We were delighted to welcome guests alongside their families, friends, and colleagues to share in this proud achievement. #MRCPUK21 Apr 2026 08:58 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjymji4tht22https://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mjw47agjtt2aAdult social care is crucial to the healthcare system but continues to face underinvestment and poor integration with health services. Scotland must commit to multi‑year investment for councils and care providers. Read more: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/news/scottish-parliament-election-college-says-principles-nhs-are-threatened-if-current-funding20 Apr 2026 09:01 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjw47agjtt2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mjomrfnr6s2uOur 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: https://healthandcare.scot/stories/4414/diabetes-pump-loop-ipag-scottish-rcpe-physicians-moody-strachan17 Apr 2026 09:36 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjomrfnr6s2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mjhcdtzdga2tThere'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. Deadline 31 May 2026. More information: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/msc-programmes'14 Apr 2026 11:41 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjhcdtzdga2thttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mjeiv2yho72qDelayed discharge data for 2024–25 show a daily average of 1,973 patients delayed in hospital, impacting patient flow across the NHS and affecting patients and families. Our Health Priorities outline proposals to reduce delays: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/news/scottish-parliament-election-college-says-principles-nhs-are-threatened-if-current-funding13 Apr 2026 09:00 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjeiv2yho72qhttps://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mjec6jagej25Listen 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. Listen now: https://podcasts.rcpe.ac.uk/show/clinical-conversations13 Apr 2026 07:00 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjec6jagej25https://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3mivexmcvsu26Scotland does not have enough doctors. As the election campaign continues, we’re calling on the next Scottish Government to publish a comprehensive workforce plan. 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-funding07 Apr 2026 08:40 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3mivexmcvsu26https://bsky.app/profile/rcpedin.bsky.social/post/3midnkxx5zg2cAutonomic Cephalgia. MASLD from screening to management. Physician Burnout. Novel oncologic therapies. Four key topics shaping modern practice, discussed by speakers from Pakistan at our upcoming international webinar. Register: https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/events/rcpe-pakistan31 Mar 2026 07:26 +0000at://did:plc:5ajvaggwa2urwzksorwikypm/app.bsky.feed.post/3midnkxx5zg2c