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Very proud of my first BSc student, @lexiwhitman_x, for getting her first paper published in the RCS annals @RCSnews: "Online information on bowel resection for Crohn’s disease" @CrohnsColitisUK website scored highly across most domains! Well done Lexi! publishing.rcseng.ac.uk/doi/…

Online information on bowel resection for Crohn’s disease | The Annals of The Royal College of...

Introduction Most patients with Crohn’s disease (CD) have at least one bowel resection during their lifetime. Patients considering surgery will probably look for information online, as is common...

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Stay connected with us beyond X. Discover more member stories, career development opportunities and community updates on our other channels 👇 Instagram: ow.ly/IOPg50U4ngj LinkedIn: ow.ly/ZOLL50U4ngi Facebook: ow.ly/EWZy50U4ngg Follow us today.
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2026 Council nominations are now open 📢 Ready to lead on behalf of your peers? Stand for Council. Nominations close 4 February: ow.ly/MpEU50XSRPF
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Don't let your professional growth get buried under the January backlog. Our Future of Surgery Festival is your space to step back and redefine how you lead. Here's a recap of what it's all about: ow.ly/32xk50XSxcJ #FOSF26
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Ready to take your first major research project forward? Our One-Year Surgical Research Fellowship offers UK-based trainee members 12 months of funding to lead research, develop new skills and contribute to evidence-based surgery. Apply by 25 February: ow.ly/yARE50XM9VH
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Stay connected with us beyond X. Discover more member stories, career development opportunities and community updates on our other channels 👇 Instagram: ow.ly/lcA450VH2zk LinkedIn: ow.ly/Z8tT50VH2zi Bluesky: ow.ly/26lg50VH2zl Follow us today.
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It's ok not to feel ok. Our Confidential Support and Advice Service (CSAS) is available 24/7 if you're experiencing work or personal problems and need to speak to someone. Find out more: ow.ly/1y9c50THL0n
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Be part of our first‑ever member vote for President. For the first time in our history, you decide who becomes our next President. Your voice matters. Be part of this milestone moment. 📩 Check your inbox for your unique voting link and vote now: ow.ly/qaZ850XLuh6
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Members are choosing the next President – have you cast your vote? ✅ Our Council has nominated seven candidates from within its membership. Now, for the first time, you decide who leads. 📩 Check your inbox for your unique voting link and vote today: ow.ly/ZhoF50XM9F9
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The Future of Surgery Festival offers more than a clinical update. It is a chance to take a break from the day-to-day pressure & gain a fresh perspective you won’t find anywhere else. Join us on 20–21 April 2026. Hurry, early bird ends this month: ow.ly/pS5l50XR3Sq #FOSF26
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How are vaccines changing surgical oncology? Our latest #Bulletin feature looks at immune priming, timing for R0 resection and trials from dendritic cell to mRNA platforms. Are they effective? Read more: publishing.rcseng.ac.uk/doi/…
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Did you know that, as a member, you can practice your laparoscopic skills for free at our Bjorn Saven Centre? Whether preparing for LapPass® or simply wanting to refine your technique, you can book unlimited self-guided sessions at our HQ. Book now: ow.ly/71Xf50ROxTG
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#HappyNewYear! 2026 is the year to connect, collaborate and push surgical innovation forward. Start with our Future of Surgery Festival, where bold ideas take centre stage. Book now to save up to £100 on tickets: ow.ly/e2sL50XNAAP
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Congratulations to all our members and fellows recognised in the King's New Year Honours List, including previous Council member @scarlettmcnally, recognised for her services to medicine, surgery and the NHS 👏👏 rcseng.ac.uk/news-and-events…
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Is your career plan ready for 2026? 🚀 Surgery is evolving. To lead, you need to move past the hype and master the tools that actually work. Join our Festival to try new tech across AI, robotics and XR. Deadline to save £100 ends soon: ow.ly/zF3X50XNG2Y #FOSF26
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Join our faculty to expand your network and build your leadership skills while shaping the future of surgery. All backgrounds and experience levels welcome: ow.ly/TjNz50XLoZ0
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Ready to see the surgical breakthroughs? Our Poster Village at #FoSF26 is where you can explore new research that will drive conversation, innovation and learning. Save up to £100 by securing your ticket today and turn knowledge into action: ow.ly/n90Q50Xz1JY #FOSF26
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The Kennedy Review called for more inclusive, representative leadership, and we’re delivering on that commitment. Now it’s your turn to shape the future of our College. 📩 Check your inbox for your unique voting link and vote for your next President: ow.ly/auBb50XKOyE
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Have you read January’s #Bulletin yet? Our latest issue explores precision in surgery – from biomarkers & perioperative vaccines to computer vision and smarter organ matching. It’s about better decisions, resilient teams & patient‑centred care. Read now: publishing.rcseng.ac.uk/toc/…
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