We brought together surgeons and surgical teams for a first-of-its-kind UK festival dedicated to the future of surgery. We united the best and brightest minds from all career stages and specialties. Your questions, insights and experiences helped shape the future of surgery.

More than an event. With 25+ hours of high-quality content to choose from and many opportunities to meet peers, you could curate your bespoke programme based on your needs. Whether you heard from thought leaders and trailblazers, accessed practical advice and support, or being newly inspired, this was your opportunity to explore what’s important to you and to contribute to the future of the profession.

More than an event. With 25+ hours of high-quality content to choose from and many opportunities to meet peers, curate your bespoke programme based on your needs. Whether you heard from thought leaders and trailblazers, accessed practical advice and support, or being newly inspired, this was your opportunity to explore what’s important to you and to contribute to the future of the profession.

Event overview

Delegates joined us for a vibrant celebration of surgery, where innovation met inspiration. This Festival united hundreds of surgical professionals to connect, learn and celebrate their passion for the future of the profession. We explored groundbreaking advancements and shared experiences that will shape tomorrow's surgical landscape.

Tickets unlocked full access to the conference and the exhibition floor, which provided tangible solutions and fresh perspectives for your everyday practice and beyond.

What was waiting for you?

Your 2026 Festival topics included

Nuha Yassin, RCS England Council Member and Consultant Colorectal Surgeon

A note from Nuha Yassin

Our Council Lead for the festival shares why this festival is a landmark moment for our profession...

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Ryan Kerstein, Festival speaker and Programme Committee Member

Five reasons why

Ryan Kerstein is putting the Future of Surgery Festival in his diary. Here's why you should do the same...

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Peter Friend, Vice President and Professor of Transplantation, University of Oxford

Q&A with Peter Friend

Peter Friend shared his insights about the abstract review process and what stood out...

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A note from Nuha Yassin

Our Council Lead for the festival shares why this festival is a landmark moment for our profession...

read more

Five reasons why

Ryan Kerstein is putting the Future of Surgery Festival in his diary. Here's why you should do the same...

read more

Q&A with Peter Friend

Peter Friend shared his insights about the abstract review process and what stood out...

read more

Sponsor disclaimer

The RCS England Future of Surgery Festival is for healthcare professionals and medical students only.

This event is made possible by sponsorship from organisations including medical technology providers, pharmaceutical companies and service partners. These sponsors have no influence over the event programme, content or choice of speakers. Any session delivered with input from a sponsoring organisation has been clearly indicated in the programme and a list of all sponsors can be found here.