Introducing the RCS England Future of Surgery Festival

A celebration of surgery, shaped by you.

On 20 and 21 April 2026 we are bringing together surgeons and surgical teams for a first-of-its-kind UK festival dedicated to the future of surgery. A space for connection, inspiration, and collaboration, our vision is to unite the best and brightest minds from all career stages and specialties because your questions, insights and experiences will help shape the conversations that matter most. And meaningful change happens when we come together.

More than an event

With over 25 hours of high-quality curated content to choose from and many opportunities to meet peers and collaborate in facilitated sessions, you’ll be able to design your own programme. Whether it’s hearing from thought leaders and trailblazers, accessing practical advice and support, or being newly inspired, this is your opportunity to explore what’s important to you and to contribute to the future of the profession.

If that’s not enough, you’ll also be able to explore the latest technology, soak up the atmosphere and come away feeling energised by this celebration of surgery and the people, like you, who shape it.

Themes that matter

Festival topics will span innovation, workforce and wellbeing, diversity, equity and inclusion, global surgery and more, reflecting the issues shaping surgical practice today and tomorrow.

Be part of it. Find out more on our dedicated festival website.

Register your interest to be the first to receive the programme and hear when early bird booking opens. Have a question or an idea? We would love to hear from you - email the team.