Become an FRCA Examiner. Recruitment for the academic year 2026/2027 will open on Monday, 2 February.
Thinking about becoming an FRCA Examiner?
Don’t miss your chance—applications for 2026/2027 close this Friday, 13 March!
Find out what’s involved and see if you’re eligible by visiting our website 👉 https://ow.ly/3KuG50Y4cUR
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Anaesthetist-in-Training Updates event
One week to go! 🚀
Join our Anaesthetist-in-Training Updates event on 17 March 2026—earn 5 CPD credits and explore key themes including: AI, women’s health, & cultural differences.
Use code EARLY10 for early bird booking 👉 https://ow.ly/ibFK50XSTGR
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Congratulations to Sulis Hospital, the only independent UK hospital accredited by ACSA 👏 https://ow.ly/L0jr50YrGQf #Ansky #Medsky
New RCoA resources for supporting your child through anaesthesia and surgery
✨ New resource! ✨
We’ve teamed up with the Association of Paediatric Anaesthetists to help parents support children through anaesthesia and surgery.
Find tips to help kids feel safe and prepared.
Download and share 👉 https://ow.ly/lC1350YpKgZ
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Happy International Women’s Day 2026.
Happy International Women’s Day 2026! 🎉
This year’s theme is “Give to Gain”—let’s celebrate, uplift, and empower women in anaesthesia worldwide.
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A new study in The Lancet Public Health shows perioperative care reduces post-surgery deaths in high-risk patients.
Learn more 👉https://ow.ly/vcbk50YpxcB
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Join our Annual Review of Competence Progression (ARCP) webinar.
Join our Annual Review of Competence Progression (ARCP) webinar, designed to help you prepare effectively.
Organised by the Lifelong Learning Platform team, the session will provide expert tips, practical guidance, and a chance to meet the team.
Book your place now 👉 https://ow.ly/AIaf50YpC5t
Join us as the Strategic Oversight Board Chair of the National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care (NCAPC)
⏰ New opportunity!
We’re seeking a leader to Chair the Strategic Oversight Board for the new National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care (NCAPC).
Help shape the future of perioperative care.
Learn more and apply👉 https://ow.ly/slC250YpB5M
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Join CPOC as Board Chair
Could you be our Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) next Board Chair?
If you’re passionate about improving patient care and leading change, we want to hear from you!
Learn more and apply by April 12👉 https://ow.ly/q7PW50Yp1AM
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New Primary exam webinars
Exam changes are coming—join our webinars to stay ahead! 💻
Discover what’s new, get a full overview, and receive expert prep advice.
CASE and CPE sessions start in June.
Book now 👉 https://ow.ly/kgpS50Yp6yx
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Congratulations to Professor Iain Moppett for his Webb Johnson Oration award
We're delighted to announce that Professor Iain Moppett has received the Webb Johnson Oration, jointly awarded by The Royal College of Surgeons of England and us.
Congratulations on this distinguished honour!
Read more 👉 https://ow.ly/TYLQ50Yp43m
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Our Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) has launched its Scottish Manifesto to boost NHS Scotland productivity and cut waiting lists.
Ahead of the May elections, CPOC offers an evidence-based plan to transform the surgical pathway.
Find out more 👉 https://ow.ly/Qs1v50YnXhJ
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RCoA's upcoming event, Ethics and the Law for Anaesthetists.
Save the date 🗓️
Ethics and Law for Anaesthetists ⚖️🩺
A day of lectures & debates that will address a range of ethical & legal issues of relevance to anaesthetists.
Led by clinical content leads Dr Rehana Iqbal & Dr Elizabeth Combeer.
Learn more & book 👉 https://ow.ly/b7zr50Y60n9
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Join the RCoA-CR&I Research Leaders Scheme
Thinking of leading your own research project?
The RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement team can help you grow and connect with mentors.
Apply to the Research Leaders Scheme by 20 March 👉 https://www.rcoa.ac.uk/research-leaders-scheme
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Complete a survey on our Survey Service
Do you feel specialty training prepares doctors for holding risk as a new consultant?
We are asking resident doctors in specialty training and recently appointed consultants to complete this survey: https://forms.office.com/e/sNgBH4rr26 to help shape future postgraduate training.
RCoA's flagship conference, Anaesthesia 2026
"I can’t wait. We’ve worked hard to build a programme that’s relevant, engaging, and genuinely useful for day-to-day practice" - Dr Gunjeet Dua, Consultant Anaesthetist, Guys and St Thomas’s.
Early Bird discount ends 28 Feb—use code ‘EARLY10’ for 10% off.
Book 👉 ow.ly/hxWx50XWacU
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Join the Lifelong Learning for Portfolio Pathway webinar
7 days to go! 🗓️
Empower your career with our Lifelong Learning Portfolio Pathway webinar 💻
Get practical advice to master the LLP and advance your journey 📔
See the agenda & sign up 👉 https://ow.ly/rY2W50Y4far
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Become an RCoA FRCA examiner
Could you be our next FRCA Examiner?
We’re seeking experienced anaesthetists for our 2026/2027 boards.
Apply by 13 March and help set the standard!
Details 👉 https://www.rcoa.ac.uk/examinations/examiners/becoming-frca-examiner
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Anaesthetist-in-Training Updates event
Three weeks to go! 🚀
Join our Anaesthetist-in-Training Updates event on 17 March 2026—earn 5 CPD credits and explore key themes including: AI, women’s health, & cultural differences.
Use code EARLY10 for early bird booking 👉 https://ow.ly/ibFK50XSTGR
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Women in Anaesthesia Research webinar
One month to go!
Don’t miss our Women in Anaesthesia Research webinar, where we’ll spotlight amazing achievements and inspiring stories.
Meet brilliant speakers and network with colleagues online from across the globe.
Reserve your place now 👉 https://ow.ly/cZAQ50Y1Jzb
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Join us for the RCoA Airway workshop on 3 March
Only a few places left!
Join our Airway Workshop to boost skills in 👇
➡️ Videolaryngoscopy
➡️Supraglottic devices
➡️Awake intubation & emergency neck access
Led by Dr Sandeep Sudan 👨⚕️
Earn 5 CPD Credits🪙
Book now: https://ow.ly/Oph550YifTX
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RCoA's flagship conference, Anaesthesia 2026
Anaesthesia 2026 is coming to Brighton!
Celebrate Inclusivity & Community 🎉
Early Bird discount ends on 28 Feb—use code ‘EARLY10’ for 10% off.
Secure your spot now! 👉 https://ow.ly/hxWx50XWacU
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Eid Mubarak from the RCoA
🪔 Wishing all our colleagues, members, and friends a peaceful Ramadan.
May this special time bring happiness, unity, and well-being to you and your loved ones.
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RCoA volunteer vacancy - Board Chair for the National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care
Vacancy alert! 📢
Lead the way as our volunteer Board Chair for the National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care!
Guide strategy, oversee projects, and help shape the future of perioperative care for a 2.5-year term.
Apply by 1 March 👉 https://ow.ly/gjm750Yht9q
Join the Lifelong Learning for Portfolio Pathway webinar
Only two weeks to go! 🗓️
Ready to take your portfolio to the next level?
Join our Lifelong Learning Portfolio Pathway webinar for practical tips on using the LLP and advancing your career.
Check out the programme & book your place now.
🔗 https://ow.ly/rY2W50Y4far
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Eid Mubarak from the RCoA
🪔 Wishing all our colleagues, members, and friends a peaceful Ramadan and a joyful Eid Mubarak.
May this special time bring happiness, unity, and well-being to you and your loved ones.
#Ramadan #EidMubarak #Ansky #Medsky
We are currently experiencing issues with our website. We apologise for the inconvenience this has caused.
Thank you for your understanding as we work to resolve these as quickly as we can.
RCoA exam results
Primary FRCA OSCE SOE results (Jan 2026) are out.
Due to website issues, results were emailed instead of posted on My RCoA.
Please check your inbox.
We’ll update the portal as soon as possible.
Thank you for your understanding.
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Dr Sandeep Lakhani and Dr Karl Brennan at the RCoA's Clinical Leaders in Anaesthesia Network (CLAN) event in January 2026. Dr Sandeep Lakhani will step down as Chair of CLAN on 1 March 2026, and Dr Karl Brennan will take over as Chair.
The College hosted the Clinical Leaders in Anaesthesia Network (CLAN) event last month, uniting clinical directors in anaesthesia leadership 🙌
Thank you to Dr Sandeep Lakhani for five years as Chair, and welcome Dr Karl Brennan, starting 1 March.
For more info on CLAN 👉 https://ow.ly/iOMx50Yfc1J
Lifelong Learning Platform 2026 Survey
⏰ Last chance to shape the future!
The Lifelong Learning Platform Survey 2026 is LIVE✍️
Your feedback helps improve your e-Portfolio and CPD Diary.
Check your inbox for your link, or email lifelong@rcoa.ac.uk if you need it.
Survey closes 18 Feb 📅
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