Together, we're changing the face of surgery
The Royal College of Surgeons of England
The Royal College of Surgeons of England
Get involved in our global work
We have a range of opportunities for members who wish to represent the College and inform our global health and surgery agenda.
Improve access to safe, affordable surgery
Support our Winter Appeal 2021
Help us build a media library that will reflect the diversity of different skin tones, body types, ages, genders and abilities.
Because not every patient looks the same
Stand for College Council
Nominations for the 2022 Council election are open now. Fellows and members are invited to submit their nominations online until 1 February 2022.
Apply to join the Council team before Tuesday 1 February
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Members' Library and Research Room
The Members' Library and Research Room are now open. Researchers will need to book their visit in advance, members can visit anytime during opening hours.
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Volunteer, contribute and join
We want you to help change the face of surgery. You can contribute to our research, publications, faculty, networks, fundraising and more.
Get involvedThe Bulletin
January 2022
In January's issue, we look at what poor nutrition in hospitals means for patients and review the College's return to in-person events.
Read this month’s issue
BENEFITS FOR MEMBERS
Whatever stage of your surgical career you’re at, RCS membership will provide you with the knowledge, skills and development and support you need.
SUPPORT OUR WORK
The RCS is a charity and relies on your support to fund research, training and conserving our heritage collections - all in the aim of advancing surgical care.
FROM OUR COLLECTIONS
Illustration of a skeleton and rhino from:
Tabulae sceleti et musculorum corporis humani
by Albinus 1747