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Surgical Education Manager @rcpsglasgow All views are my own!

Ayrshire, Scotland
Joined December 2012
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Glasgow Surgical Forum takes place 26-27 November and will bring together leading experts to explore the evolving landscape of surgical oncology. Here is some feedback received from previous delegates of Glasgow Surgical Forum. Book your place: rcp.sg/glasforum
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In September there's up to 41 CPD up for grabs, including at our Glasgow Gastro Conference. Meet the future of the NHS at our Emerging Leader event and stay up to date with a range of Travel Medicine webinars and qualifications. Book your place: rcp.sg/events
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If you’re at CT1/ST2 level, Basic Surgery Cadaver Skills course covers areas of the ISCP curriculum required for entry to ST3. The course will help you benefit from hands-on experience using fresh/frozen cadaveric materials. Book: rcp.sg/basics
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To celebrate Scotland's victory at the weekend, we're extending our World Cup offer - save 30% for the International Sports Surgery and Medicine Conference. Use discount code ISSMC30 until midnight on Friday 19 June at: rcp.sg/ssmc
⚽World Cup offer: Save 30% and earn up to 18 CPD points at International Sports Surgery and Medicine Conference. Prepare for a global summer of sport and advance your practice using code ISSMC30 by 15 June at: rcp.sg/ssmc Hear from Dr John Maclean about the event.
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Our International Sports Surgery and Medicine Conference will be held on 20–22 July. Hear from expert speakers on topics including: 🔵Ankle instability in sport 🔵Customised surgery and overuse injuries in golf 🔵Joint resurfacing in elite athletes Book: rcp.sg/ssmc
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There’s currently one last place left on this two-day course (9-10 April) to help you prepare for the MRCS Part B OSCE. Book now at: rcp.sg/mrcsbprep
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You can learn innovative practical training on the surgical techniques that can save lives when waiting for assistance is not an option. This is a hands-on cadaver course with only 12 places available. Join this course on 29-30 Apr, or 18-19 Nov. Book at: rcp.sg/sse
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Melanie Sinclair retweeted
Grateful to have finished the RCPSG Urology ST3 Interview Prep Course as lead organiser. Learned a lot, made true friends, and deeply thankful to the faculty who volunteered. #Urology #ST3 #RCPSG
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Coming up this January at the College 📅 From surgical courses and webinars on tackling air pollution, to the Scottish Orthodontics Conference – there are lots of opportunities to sharpen your skills and gain some valuable CPD to start the year. Book: rcp.sg/events
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Melanie Sinclair retweeted
Thank u @JohnCam_Brennan for reviving Glasgow surgical forum 🙌👌 great event with huge educational value @rcpsglasgow @MrJTJenkins @ACPGBI @PColorectal @UoPScience pleasure to visit my parent college & discuss complications in MIS surgery. 🙏 education & IT team for superb event
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Join our innovative practical training course on the surgical techniques that can save lives when waiting for assistance is not an option. The course will cover thoracotomy, chest drains, surgical airway and emergency caesarean section. Book at: rcp.sg/sse
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Basic Laparoscopic Skills Course on 20 October offers a practical introduction to laparoscopic surgery for doctors in the early stages of training. From this, you'll develop skills in instrument handling, port placement and laparoscopic technique. Book at: rcp.sg/basiclaparo
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BOA response to The Times (1st May, 2025) article suggesting orthopaedic surgery is primarily suited to men due to the physical nature of the work: “outdated and derogatory.” BOA President Mark Bowditch: “Skill, judgement and teamwork—not gender—define a good surgeon.” Read it here: bit.ly/4cYpibT #WomenInSurgery #OrthoEquality
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Join us in May for our annual event for everyone involved in orthopaedic and trauma surgery. On the day, you will get clinical updates, topical presentations, lively panel discussions and peer to peer networking opportunities. Book your place at: rcp.sg/orthotrauma
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Our Essential Surgical Skills course on 28 February will provide you with an introductory overview of fundamental surgical skills. Find out more about the course from clinical lead Dermot Murphy. Book your place at: rcp.sg/ess
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Melanie Sinclair retweeted
📢 UROLOGY CONSULTANTS AND TRAINEES 📢 We are looking for faculty for @rcpsglasgow and @BSoT_UK ST3 Urology interview course! It is held virtually on 30/01/25 (Thurs) and 06/02/25 (Thurs) respectively. Please msg me if you are interested! @MapMelanie
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You can learn skills in covering upper and lower body casting techniques in our course taking place on 31 January. Taught by experienced clinicians and plaster technicians, this course will include Below Elbow and Below Knee Back Slab. Book your place at: rcp.sg/casting
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Melanie Sinclair retweeted
On the second day of Christmas my true love sent to me, two turtle doves and a partridge in a pear tree. Ate them.
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The Prostate Cancer Training and Update Day is an in-person event on the latest in prostate cancer diagnosis & management. And due to generous support of our industry partners, a fee of only £10 will be charged & donated to Prostate Cancer UK. Book here: rcp.sg/pctraining
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Great start to the Glasgow Surgical Forum @rcpsglasgow .Fantastic speakers, interesting discussions. Thanks to all speakers @C_Roxburgh @ColinWSteele @marthaquinn18 @MrJTJenkins @WilsonMSJ @himwadhawan @EuanJDickson et al & education/events teams @MapMelanie @jencrozier etc
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