@drjonchambers1

Dorset Gas Man. Editor of the RCoA Bulletin. Chair of RCoA Training Committee. Vice President RCoA. All opinions my own…unless borrowed from others.

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Joined November 2012
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Tim Cook@doctimcookAug 26
Much to my shame I’d not seen this had launched eFONA registry from DAS & RCoA Please -make sure your hospital is engaged -report any cases (attempted whether successful or not) rcoa.ac.uk/research/research…
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Tim Cook@doctimcookAug 26
peterhambly.substack.com/p/b… Beautifully written All the better for some justifiably coarse language Maybe we all need to get much more cross
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The BMJ
@bmj_latestAug 19
A new report suggests that 1.5 million fewer operations are done each year in the UK because of a shortage of anaesthetists. Surgery will keep grinding to a halt without more anaesthetists, writes @scarlettmcnally bmj.com/content/394/bmj-2026…

Scarlett McNally: Surgery will keep grinding to a halt without more anaesthetists

With fewer responsibilities over summer, I was expecting to spend time catching up on my elective waiting list and picking up sessions from other surgeons. Despite huge effort from managers and...

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Tim Cook@doctimcookAug 4
Lots of interest in Rapid Sequence Induction 2x Coroner’s Prevention of Future Deaths report to RCoA recently, more to come. Controversies vs evidence….. Statement from Association, RCoA & DAS rcoa.ac.uk/rapid-sequence-in…
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Jenny@jenwrentownsendJul 10
Come and work with us in sunny Dorset - exciting times ahead! @DCHFT @RCoANews jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadv…
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This is a national crisis. There are insufficient posts in the system to train the specialists the NHS needs. Ultimately the patients of the future will suffer as a result. To use the much needed increase in specialist training posts as a negotiating tool is wrong.
Shaun Lintern@ShaunLinternApr 4
Another doctors strike looms next week - I took a look at one of the central issues making doctors angry, thousands can't get training jobs. But with each pay rise they become more expensive for the NHS to train while patients wait for treatment: thetimes.com/uk/healthcare/a…

Inside the junior doctor bottleneck: why trainees can’t get NHS jobs

Graduates are trapped because the NHS cannot afford the training places. Now BMA strikes have scuppered an attempt to fix the mess

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We have stopped posting on X. Read more about why we have made that decision and how you can stay connected with us: rcoa.ac.uk/news/rcoa-will-st…
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There's still time to book onto our Portfolio Pathway Q&A session. Join us and.. ➡️Speak to our expert panellists ➡️Seek practical advice ➡️Get your application questions answered Register here 👉 ow.ly/iqgz50XTk61
The RCoA Portfolio Pathway webinar takes place on 22 January 2026.

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Explore our winter issue of the Bulletin with our new interactive teaser 👇 Featuring: ➡️Net zero for anaesthesia ➡️Playmobil stimulation ➡️Handheld ultrasound ➡️And lots more Take a look 👉 publuu.com/flip-book/891427/…
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💫Congratulations to our former President, Dr Fiona Donald and Deputy Director of @CPOC_News Professor Scarlett McNally, who have been recognised in the King's #NewYearHonours 👏 Read more about their inspirational work for our College and our patients 👉 rcoa.ac.uk/news/rcoa-past-pr…
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We wish all our members and supporters a joyful, festive break and a happy, healthy New Year. Christmas opening times 👉 ow.ly/U65b50XMTII
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Applications are now open to join the Portfolio Assessment Group (PAG). PAG members assess applications for entry to the GMC Specialist Register via the Portfolio Pathway. Benefits include 👇 ➡️Training & support ➡️CPD points ➡️Events Find out more 👉 ow.ly/WZ3b50XNC6U
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✨ Anaesthetic Updates 2026✨ Stay ahead of the curve & join us for three days of new ideas in anaesthesia, critical care & pain management. Highlights include 👇 ➡️ Latest in Airway ➡️ Obs & Paeds Anaesthesia ➡️ Q&As Earn 15 CPD credits. Book 👉 ow.ly/NiNy50XMTMQ
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Day 2 of our Winter Symposium 2025 has kicked off with keynote speaker Andy Vaughton, sharing his personal MND story, the effects of his diagnosis, and the fundraising work he does for @MNDoddie5. Hosted by @drjonchambers1.
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Our Council Member Jon Chambers chairs Session 5 on Day 2 of the RCoA Winter Symposium 2025.

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We have submitted evidence to the government’s 10 Year Workforce Plan. Our submission emphasises the essential work of anaesthetists & the urgent need to invest in the future of the specialty. Learn more 👉 ow.ly/vszn50Xqss5
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I agree with @RCoAPresident “These ambitions cannot be realised without investment in anaesthetic training places. Patients are paying the price for the shortage of anaesthetists and the 10 Year Workforce Plan must address that." 👇👇👇 @RCoANews
Royal College of Anaesthetists@RCoANews12 Nov 2025
We have submitted evidence to the government’s 10 Year Workforce Plan. Our submission emphasises the essential work of anaesthetists & the urgent need to invest in the future of the specialty. Learn more 👉 ow.ly/vszn50Xqss5
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📆Book now for Anaesthetic Updates in Feb! Sessions include 👇 ➡️ Airway, obstetrics, pain, paeds & regional ➡️ Anaesthetic controversies ➡️ The Coroner's Court & prevention of future deaths Attend in-person for a 15% discount (use code RCoA15) 👉 ow.ly/AwFw50XjMm8
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📢Key interim findings from our 2025 Census are out today 🧵 ➡️89% of clinical leaders report that elective surgery is being delayed because of a lack of anaesthetists. ➡️43% say this happens on a daily or weekly basis Thread 👇
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➡️68% of clinical leaders say that increasing anaesthetist numbers would do more than any other measure to reduce waiting lists - ahead of ward space or operating theatre availability.
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➡️Across the UK there is a shortage of 2,147 anaesthetists. ➡️This is 15% below what is needed to meet the needs of patients.
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