Abstract submissions are now open


RCS England Future of Surgery Festival will feature prominent posters on the event floor, accompanied by oral poster presentation sessions. We encourage the entire surgical community to submit an abstract and have provided topic, guidelines and FAQs to help you create the perfect submission. 

Submit your abstract by Monday 27 October 2025

Why submit an abstract? 


Do you have innovative research, an insightful case study or a successful surgical project that you are keen to share with the surgical community? Submit an abstract to the Future of Surgery Festival and be part of this groundbreaking event. 

Submit an abstract to:

  • Boost your CV: Presenting at this first-of-its-kind UK festival is a powerful addition to your CV, showcasing your commitment to surgery.
  • Share your expertise: Showcase the impact of your hard work to a dedicated audience of peers, inspiring collaboration and fresh approaches.
  • Gain recognition: With opportunities for oral presentations and poster displays, give your work the best chance of getting the recognition it deserves.
  • Grow your network: Engage with surgical peers, exchange ideas and build valuable networks that will shape your future projects and career path.

Why submit an abstract? 


Do you have innovative research, an insightful case study or a successful surgical project that you are keen to share with the surgical community? Submit an abstract to the Future of Surgery Festival and be part of this groundbreaking event. 

Submit an abstract to:

  • Boost your CV: Presenting at this first-of-its-kind UK festival is a powerful addition to your CV, showcasing your commitment to surgery.
  • Share your expertise: Showcase the impact of your hard work to a dedicated audience of peers, inspiring collaboration and fresh approaches.
  • Gain recognition: With opportunities for oral presentations and poster displays, give your work the best chance of getting the recognition it deserves.
  • Grow your network: Engage with surgical peers, exchange ideas and build valuable networks that will shape your future projects and career path.

Abstract submission topics include:



• Surgical Innovation (Robotics, Device Technology, Digital Surgery, Molecular Surgery / Genomics)

• Workforce and Training

• Global and Humanitarian Surgery

• Diversity and Well-being

• Case studies / reports

• Other topic areas (please specify at submission)

Abstract submission topics include:


  • Surgical Innovation (Robotics, Device Technology, Digital Surgery, Molecular Surgery / Genomics)
  • Workforce and Training
  • Global and Humanitarian Surgery
  • Diversity and Well-being
  • Case studies / reports
  • Other topic areas (please specify at submission)

Key deadlines


Monday 27 October 2025, 23:59 (GMT)

  • Submission deadline

End of January 2026

  •  Notification of outcome of submission

Monday 9 February 2026

  •  Deadline to confirm acceptance and presenting authors

Monday 23 March 2026

  •  Deadline for presenting authors to register to attend

  

Key deadlines


- Monday 27 October 2025, 23:59 (GMT) -

Submission deadline

- End of January 2026 -

 Notification of outcome of submission

- Monday 9 February 2026 -

 Deadline to confirm acceptance and presenting authors

- Monday 23 March 2026 -

 Deadline for presenting authors to register to attend

Key deadlines


Key deadlines
Submission deadline Monday 27 October 2025, 23:59 (GMT)
Notification of outcome of submission End of January 2026
Deadline to confirm acceptance and presenting authors Monday 9 February 2026
Deadline for presenting authors to register to attend Monday 23 March 2026


Contact us


For any queries about abstract submissions please contact rcseng.abstracts@wonderly.agency, referencing your submission ID number as this will help us locate your abstract.