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Keynote
This opening panel brings together national leaders in surgery, education, and innovation to explore how the profession is evolving in response to clinical, technological and workforce pressures, setting the tone for a day of bold thinking and practical action.
Wellbeing Workforce and training Fireside chat
Discover how you can support your colleagues and teams with compassion and care when things go wrong in surgery.
Surgical innovation Panel discussion
Explore how AI is transforming surgical practice by enhancing precision, improving performance and empowering teams across diverse disciplines.
Global and humanitarian surgery Surgical innovation Demonstrations
The SPEAR team is the MOD’s smallest, most mobile and agile surgical team. Born from a requirement to support small teams working in the most austere environments, at extended timelines outside of the conventional field hospital arena. The demonstration will showcase the work of the team and give attendees an opportunity to see first-hand how this extraordinary team manage casualties in austere environments
Diversity, equity and inclusion Workshop
Discover what you can do and what reasonable adjustments can be taken to support neurodiverse patients and colleagues.
Drop in session Wellbeing Workforce and training Diversity, equity and inclusion
Professional Development Hub
Join us for an engaging drop‑in careers session designed specifically for SAS and Consultant surgeons seeking guidance, growth, and new opportunities. This informal event brings together expert advisors and experienced clinicians to support you at every stage of your surgical career.
Careers Drop-in:
Oral presentations Innovation within Global Surgery
Insights theatre
Oral presentations from shortlisted abstract submissions.
Oral presentations Clinical Case Studies
Insights theatre
Oral presentations from shortlisted abstract submissions.
Insights theatre
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Surgical innovation Lightning presentation
In a rapidly evolving surgical landscape, technology is reshaping how surgeons learn, operate, and lead.
This session will be a series of short presentation discussing the following topics:
Workforce and training Lightning presentation
This session explores how genomic medicine and pharmacogenomics are reshaping the future of personalised care across the NHS. The session will discuss the implementation of genomic medicine services, the integration of pharmacogenomic insights into everyday clinical practice, and how these advances are becoming relevant to all specialties in improving outcomes and patient safety.
Global and humanitarian surgery Workforce and training
This series of talks will highlight how effective innovation and disruptive thinking in global surgery can lead to significant transformative change and offer new ways, insights or opportunities to address the vast unmet need of surgical care in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
Diversity, equity and inclusion Roundtable
Health inequality remains one of the most significant challenges facing modern surgical care. This session explores the practical actions surgeons can take to identify and address disparities in access, outcomes, and experience across patient populations.
Drop in session Wellbeing Workforce and training Diversity, equity and inclusion
Professional Development Hub
This supportive, practical drop‑in session is designed to help surgeons explore ways to create a healthier, more sustainable balance between professional responsibilities and personal wellbeing. Whether you’re navigating a career transition, managing health challenges, or considering alternative working patterns, this session provides space to talk, learn, and access tailored guidance.
Work-life balance:
Oral presentations Post-operative Outcomes
Insights theatre
Oral presentations from shortlisted abstract submissions.
Oral presentations Inclusivity and Wellbeing
Insights theatre
Oral presentations from shortlisted abstract submissions.
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Diversity, equity and inclusion Panel discussion
Five years after the launch of the landmark Kennedy Review, members of the original review panel reflect on how far the profession has come, and what still needs to change, sharing practical, actionable strategies for embedding DEI in everyday practice.
Workforce and training Diversity, equity and inclusion
This session explores the fellowship model of learning; a dynamic, immersive approach that fosters growth through mentorship, collaboration, and hands-on experience. Whether you're shaping future leaders or stepping into a learning role yourself, discover how fellowships can be a mutually enriching experience.
Surgical innovation
As surgical practice evolves with rapid technological advancements, medical education must keep pace. This session explores how innovation and technology are transforming surgical training. We’ll discuss strategies for embedding these innovations into curricula to ensure medical students and surgeons are equipped for the challenges of tomorrow. Join us to discover practical approaches for creating resilient, forward-thinking educational frameworks that prepare the next generation of surgical professionals.
Global and humanitarian surgery Surgical innovation Presentation
Often the solution is simple. Low cost innovations can save lives at home and overseas. In this session we will showcase the impact of frugal innovation.
Workshop Wellbeing Workforce and training Diversity, equity and inclusion
Professional Development Hub
This practical and supportive workshop is designed to help surgeons plan confidently for the transition into retirement. Whether you’re approaching retirement or simply beginning to think ahead, this session provides expert guidance and time to reflect on the next stage of your career and life.
Oral presentations Innovation: Virtual and Extended Reality
Insights theatre
Oral presentations from shortlisted abstract submissions
Oral presentations Innovation: Robotics
Insights theatre
Oral presentations from shortlisted abstract submissions
Presentation
This session brings together leading experts to discuss how cutting-edge technologies are transforming surgical practice. Talks will explore how innovation is shaping a new era of precision surgery. Attendees will gain insights into emerging tools, real-world applications, and the future landscape of surgical care.
Workforce and training Surgical innovation Presentation
In an era of evolving demands and expectations, surgical leadership is central to driving meaningful transformation.
This session explores how to:
Workforce and training Diversity, equity and inclusion Workshop
This workshop addresses one of the most pervasive yet rarely discussed challenges facing surgeons across all grades.
Drop in session Wellbeing Workforce and training Diversity, equity and inclusion
Professional Development Hub
This informal, drop‑in session is designed to support surgical trainees at every stage of their career. Whether you're shaping your portfolio, preparing for interviews, or exploring opportunities beyond standard training pathways, this session offers practical guidance and expert insights to help you move forward with confidence.
Careers Drop-in for Trainees:
Oral presentations Digital Surgery and Artificial Intelligence
Insights theatre
Oral presentations from shortlisted abstract submissions
Oral presentations Digital Surgery and New Techniques
Insights theatre
Oral presentations from shortlisted abstract submissions
Insights theatre
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Keynote
As Britain's first female fighter jet pilot, Jo will share vivid stories of how her experience has shaped her approach to high-pressure situations while remaining focused when every decision matters. Drawing parallels with surgical practice, she will examine the role of human factors and how it is used to keep teams' goals aligned, colleagues composed, and resilient under pressure. She will consider how advanced technologies, ranging from automation to simulation, can enhance performance when integrated with sound human judgment.
Jo will reflect on how her journey has inspired her to help create safe, inclusive, and innovative workspaces for future generations, highlighting how pilots and surgeons alike “show up” at their best when the stakes are highest.
Keynote
AI will save 10 million lives a year by 2035, and is already used by 95% of health companies. Yet AI will be 1 billion times more powerful by 2060 than today. The AI revolution in drug development, diagnostics, treatment guidance, genetic prophecy, robotics and hospital management will transform every aspect of patient care and surgical practice. AI use will also raise fundamental questions about future medical training, clinical autonomy and medico-legal liability - with future Courts regularly taking the view that clinicians should have followed AI recommendations. What does all this mean for the future of surgery over the next decade and beyond?
Surgical innovation Lightning presentation
Hear short talks from different disciplines in and outside of surgery showing the breadth of application of robotics in medicine.
Diversity, equity and inclusion Panel discussion
Discuss the impact that race, ethnicity and belief has on how we care for patients and colleagues.
Wellbeing Workforce and training Diversity, equity and inclusion Roundtable
In this interactive session, collaborate with peers on how we can make surgery a safer space to work. Discuss the impact of the RCS England Code of Conduct and practical solutions to improve the working environment for all.
Global and humanitarian surgery Presentation
Examine the role of surgical humanitarian missions in responding to global crises. Through discussion and activities, delegates will explore the sustainability of parachute medicine, considering ethical, practical, and long-term strategies for delivering surgical care in humanitarian settings.
Drop in session
Professional Development Hub
Discover how you can get more involved with the Royal College of Surgeons of England through a wide range of rewarding volunteering opportunities. This informal drop‑in session is designed for surgeons at all career stages who want to contribute their skills, support the profession, and help shape the future of surgical practice.
Getting involved with RCS England:
Oral presentations Global Education
Insights theatre
Oral presentations from shortlisted abstract submissions
Oral presentations In the Theatre
Insights theatre
Oral presentations from shortlisted abstract submissions
Surgical innovation Lightning presentation
Gain insight into how to transform innovative ideas into practical impactful actions.
Global and humanitarian surgery Workforce and training Roundtable
An opportunity to discuss the challenges and opportunities that surgical tourism presents. From patient safety and ethical considerations to policy development. Discuss strategies for creating safer, more accountable pathways in surgical care.
Workforce and training Surgical innovation Roundtable
This session explores how digital transformation can redesign surgical services to enhance workflow efficiency and improve patient outcomes. We also examine the sustainability of AI in healthcare, balancing innovation with ethical, environmental, and operational responsibility.
Drop in session
Professional Development Hub
Join us for an engaging drop‑in careers session designed specifically for SAS and Consultant surgeons seeking guidance, growth, and new opportunities. This informal event brings together expert advisors and experienced clinicians to support you at every stage of your surgical career.
Careers Drop-in:
Oral presentations Global Surgery
Insights theatre
Oral presentations from shortlisted abstract submissions
Oral presentations Decision making in Surgery
Insights theatre
Oral presentations from shortlisted abstract submissions
Surgical innovation Lightning presentation
This session explores the landscape of surgical innovation, balancing visionary ideals with practical realities.
Delegates will hear diverse perspectives on:
Workforce and training Diversity, equity and inclusion Panel discussion
Explore how to build truly inclusive surgical workplaces where everyone can thrive. Learn practical strategies for fostering an equitable culture, including implementing reasonable adjustments and making workspaces accessible to all team members.
Oral presentations Surgical Careers and Training
Insights theatre
Oral presentations from shortlisted abstract submissions
Oral presentations Audit and Review
Insights theatre
Oral presentations from shortlisted abstract submissions
Keynote
In this immersive mock trial, we put Artificial Intelligence in surgical practice under the spotlight.
