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In this episode, Steve Mannion and Deepa Bose focus on what it takes to build sustainable humanitarian surgery, drawing from their experience both in the developing world and in war zones such as Ukraine or Gaza. Together, they stress the importance of co-ordinated action between the medical community, non-governmental and governmental organisations, as well as working and learning from local surgical staff. To find out more about humanitarian surgery, particularly in war zones, the Bulletin made a dedicated issue about this in September, which you can read here: Contents | The Bulletin of the Royal College of Surgeons of England 108, 6

In this month’s episode, Ryan Kerstein and Eve McMahon from our innovation hub are joined by Nuha Yassin and Ben Challacombe to talk about robotic surgery. They give us a comprehensive overview of its history, current challenges, and future, with a heavy focus on the implementation of the technology in workplaces across the UK.  The Innovation hub, or i-hub, is an initiative by RCS England to connect industry partners and innovators to develop, evaluate and implement new products and tools. Learn more about what they do here: RCS England Innovation Hub — Royal College of SurgeonsThe Royal College of Surgeons latest course, Step Up, is all about stepping up your surgical skills from trainee to registrar, with part of the programme focused on communication and bedside assisting in Robotic Surgery: Step up your surgical responsibilities | Course — Royal College of Surgeons The views expressed on the podcast are entirely those of the participants. No industry partners have had input in the making or the editing of this episode.

In this episode of The Theatre, we continue our oral history series. We speak to Professor Kathleen Fan, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and professor at King’s College London.Kathy reflects on her career in surgery, sharing practical insight into the path to consultancy. She also explores themes that matter to many of us across the College, from supporting research in training to developing as a consultant, and balancing a surgical career with family life. For more information about Kathleen: Professor Kathleen Fan Other interviews part of the voices of surgery series: Voices of Surgery: RCS England oral history For more information, feel free to email the library at [email protected] Educational Supervisor's Toolkit: Educational supervisor toolkit — Royal College of Surgeons

In this month's episode of the Theatre, head and neck surgeon Rafal Niziol, dental surgeon Caroline McCarthy and oncologist Chris Nutting come together to talk about oral cancer.  Together, they give an in-depth overview of the current state of the field, from challenges in diagnosis to opportunities created by new technologies and the importance of improving multidisciplinary collaboration. Oral cancer, also known as mouth cancer or mouth lining cancer, is one of the forms of cancer with the highest mortality rates – above 50% within 5 years of diagnosis for those diagnosed at an advanced stage. Research shows early diagnosis can have a critical impact on that rate, as early-stage cancers have a survival rate of around 90%. Yet, for a variety of reasons, oral cancer is still grossly underdiagnosed – with median delays between initial contact with a GP and specialist diagnosis as high as 106 days. At RCS and the Faculty of Dental Surgeons, we want our mission to advance dental surgical care for all patients to go hand-in-hand with practical action, and it is with this in mind that we set to tackle one of the biggest problems facing the profession. For more episodes and latest updates from the world of surgery, please feel free to subscribe to the Theatre on Spotify.

In this month’s episode of the Theatre, we are excited to be announcing "Stop the Bleed", our ambitious and radical new programme, training the general public to stop traumatic blood haemorrhage. This includes stab wounds from knife crime, cut, and fall wounds and affects every region in the UK. Another key part of "Stop The Bleed" is to provide life-saving kit in spaces such as pubs, farms, public transport and other areas particularly vulnerable to these injuries. In these situations, survival can be decided in a matter of minutes, and having a trained population with access to proper kits can play a crucial role in reducing the mortality rate.  The programme will be launched at the Future of Surgery Festival, on 20-21st April 2026. To introduce it, our host Kenny Webster is joined by leading trauma consultants Guy Slater, Wendy Gaskin, Elena Theophilidou and Martin Griffiths, who all share their experience on how Stop the Bleed can save lives in their field and across the UK. "Stop the Bleed" is made possible thanks to its sponsors: the Drexler Foundation, the Grace Trust and the Addint Charitable Trust. We are especially keen to hear from people interested in providing "Stop the Bleed" training. If this could be you, please contact us at [email protected]. If you would like to find a training centre near you, please feel free to contact this email address too. For more information on what Stop the Bleed is, check out the link below:Home | ACS Stop the Bleed

In this episode, our host Ginny Bowbrick (FRCS, RCS England Council Member) is joined by consultants Max Osborne and Lulu Ritchie to discuss how to create a surgical culture that brings the best out of neurodiversity. Together, they make a passionate case that inclusivity is not only beneficial to neurodivergent people, but also fundamental to improving patient care. We are releasing this episode for Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026, which runs from 16th to 20th March, and as part of a wider commitment to improve access for neurodivergent people to the surgical professions. The Royal College of Surgeons of England has launched free online resources to support Educational Supervisors working with their trainees. The Toolkit provides guidance across arange of areas, including how to support trainees with a neurodivergent diagnosis, those who suspect they may be neurodivergent, or where this has been identified as a possibility by the Educational Supervisor : Educational supervisor toolkit — Royal College of Surgeons

To celebrate International Women's Day and Women's History Month, the Theatre is proud to bring you an interview with Anne Moore, who as the first and so far only woman president of the royal society of neurosurgeons helped pave the way for women in the field. The interview was initially made as part of the Royal College of Surgeon's "Voices of Surgery" project, which seeks to keep an archive of the history of surgery through the words of the people who helped shape it. If you would like to learn more about "Voices of Surgery": Voices of Surgery: Oral History at the Royal College of Surgeons of England — Royal College of Surgeons Other recordings from the project: Voices of Surgery: RCS England oral history

In this month’s episode of the Theatre, our host Maria Satchi is joined by Professor Roger Kirby and Mr Ben Ayres to discuss how to drive meaningful change in the NHS. In this discussion, they dive deep into subjects such as national guidelines, the government’s 10 year plan, navigating the NHS bureaucracy and introducing radical technological change that can save lives. With recent polls showing the majority of Britons think the NHS will get worst rather than better, this episode is essential listening not just for those working in the health sector, but for anyone wishing to learn more about a key issue affecting the future of the country.

Join us as Nuha Yassin sits down with Sue Clark, Terri McVeigh and Frank McDermott to discuss genomics and molecular surgery. Genomics and molecular surgery have the potential to change our approaches to healthcare and surgical practice. These exciting advancements in genomics and molecular surgery are allowing us to better personalise treatments and improve patient outcomes. This includes the use of next generation sequencing, circulating tumour DNA, polygenic risk scores, pharmacogenomics and personalised drug treatments such as cancer vaccines.  Join us for the Future of Surgery Festival this April for a celebration of surgery, where innovation meets inspiration.  Host: Nuha Yassin  Nuha Yassin is a Consultant Colorectal Surgeon at University Hospitals Birmingham and an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of Birmingham. Her clinical and research interests focus on technology, minimally invasive, and robotic surgical techniques for colorectal cancer and IBD. She is the Lead for robotic colorectal surgery at her trust and the first female national proctor for robotic colorectal surgery in the UK.  Guest: Sue Clark  Professor Sue Clark MD FRCS (Gen Surg) EBSQ (Coloproctology) is a Consultant Colorectal Surgeon at St Mark’s Hospital, and Professor of Practice (Colorectal Surgery) at Imperial College, London, UK. Additional roles include Chair of the UK-wide Hereditary Gastrointestinal Polyposis Syndromes Rare Disease Collaborative Network, Administrative Officer of the International Society for Gastrointestinal Hereditary Tumours (InSiGHT) and Chair of the Bowel Research UK Grants Committee. She was previously Director of the St Mark's Hospital Polyposis Registry, RCS(England) Genomics Champion, member of the RCS(England) Commission on the Future of Surgery, Editor in Chief of Colorectal Disease and member of InSiGHT Council.  Guest: Terri McVeigh  Terri McVeigh is a Consultant Clinical Geneticist in the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust in London, with clinician–scientist training that includes international research and clinical fellowships. Her work spans genomic medicine, education and national service development. She works with NHS England’s Genomics Education Programme, supporting curriculum development, faculty training and the creation of learning resources for both specialist and mainstream clinicians. As a Professional Lead within the Genomics Training Academy, she helps shape educational strategy, assessment approaches and faculty development, and co‑chairs the Oncology and Malignant Haematology GeNotes working groups.   Guest: Frank McDermott  Frank McDermott is Lead for Genomics and Molecular Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons of England, Consultant Colorectal Surgeon at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, and Associate Professor at the University of Exeter. His clinical and academic interests include colorectal cancer, complex decision-making, and the integration of genomics into routine surgical practice. He is Clinical Director of the South West Genomic Medicine Service Alliance and Editor of BJS Open and is involved in national and international collaborative research focused on improving personalised cancer care. Produced by: Andrea Pearson  References  GeNotes: GeNotes: Genomic notes for clinicians | GEP | NHS England  GTAC: GTAC: The Genomics Training Academy - Genomics Education Programme  UKCGG one-page clinical guidelines: UKCGG leaflets and guidelines - Cancer Genetics Group  RCS Genomics e-learning module: https://vle.rcseng.ac.uk/enrol/index.php?id=730  Current and future genomic applications for surgeons: https://publishing.rcseng.ac.uk/doi/full/10.1308/rcsann.2024.0031   The impact of cancer genomics across the surgical pathway: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0263931925000225  Precision surgery: harnessing the power of genomics: https://publishing.rcseng.ac.uk/doi/10.1308/rcsbull.2026.1

In this episode Ibifunke Pegba-Otemolu sits down with Muhammad Haroon Khan and Shahid Khan to discuss their experiences of taking the MRCS examination as overseas participants. Our guests share their personal journeys, highlighting the cultural differences, communication challenges, and nuances they encountered during their exam preparation and taking. This episode aims to provide valuable insights and practical advice for those preparing for the MRCS exam overseas.  Hosted by: Ibifunke Pegba-Otemolu  Ibifunke Pegba-Otemolu is a Higher Surgical Trainee in the East of Scotland deanery. She is author of Thriving in the NHS an International Medical Graduates Guide to starting in the NHS and convener of the community by the same name.  Guest: Muhammad Haroon Khan Muhammad Haroon Khan is a resident orthopaedic surgeon currently working in a busy Level 1 trauma centre. Muhammad has recently navigated the MRCS exam and successfully passed on his second attempt in June 2025. When he is not in theatre or on the wards, he enjoys unwinding by reading, exploring new places through travel, and listening to music. Guest: Shahid Khan  Shahid Khan completed his MD degree in Afghanistan and successfully passed the MRCS exam on his first attempt in June 2025. He currently works with the Afghan Red Crescent Society as a medical officer in a busy primary care hospital. Resources: RCS England Intercollegiate MRCS: ⁠https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/exams/search/intercollegiate-mrcs/⁠  Practice MRCS OSCE: Pathology course: ⁠https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/courses/search/practice-mrcs-osce-pathology/⁠  Practice MRCS OSCE: Anatomy course: ⁠https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/courses/search/practice-mrcs-osce-anatomy/⁠  MRCS and DO-HNS Exam Locations and Dates: ⁠https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/exams/search/intercollegiate-mrcs/mrcs-exam-locations-and-dates/⁠  Surgical Exams FAQ: ⁠https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/exams/search/intercollegiate-mrcs/surgical-exams-faq/⁠  Exams Guidance: ⁠https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/exams/exams-guidance/⁠  MRCS  Examinations Intercollegiate Committee for Basic Surgical Examinations (ICBSE): ⁠https://www.intercollegiatemrcsexams.org.uk/⁠  RCS England Anatomy and Pathology Museum MRCS Part B revision sessions ⁠MRCS revision sessions — Royal College of Surgeons⁠  Webinar: Preparing for the MRCS Part B ⁠Preparing for the MRCS Part B⁠  Anatomy eLearning ⁠Applied Anatomy for MRCS Preparation and Surgical Training — Royal College of Surgeons⁠  Produced by: Andrea Pearson We would love to hear from you so please do reach out to us on social media, or email us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]

In this episode Maria Satchi sits down with Tina Rashid and Tharani Nitkunan to explore surgical leadership, gender bias, motherhood in surgery, and the pursuit of balancing high-pressure careers. For anyone who’s ever wondered if they could lead without losing themselves, this episode offers real stories, honest reflections, and the reassurance that leadership can be both powerful and personal.  Host: Maria Satchi  Maria Satchi is a Consultant Urological Surgeon with subspecialist expertise in Men’s Sexual and Reproductive Health. She qualified in 2009 from the University of Southampton in 2009 with a Bachelor or Medicine and Bachelor of Science with Honours degree. She has completed advanced training in male fertility, andrology and genito-scrotal reconstruction during the prestigious competitive fellowship at the Institute of Andrology, University College London Hospital.  Early in her career she established a regional andrology and male fertility service, introducing advanced microsurgical techniques. In her current practice, she is the Clinical Lead for the Andrology and Male Factor Infertility Service at a tertiary referral centre.   She sits on professional committees as an elected member of the British Association of Urological Surgeons’ national Andrology and Genito-Urethral Surgery Committee and the Andrology Special Interest Group of the British Fertility Society. She currently serves on the advisory board of Fertility Alliance to improve public awareness and access to specialist care and was selected for the 2024 RCS Emerging Leader programme. She is published in the field of urology and andrology and is a member of the editorial board of Trends in Mens’ Health and Urology.  Guest: Tina Rashid  Tina Rashid is a Consultant Urological Surgeon with extensive experience in gender surgery, and one of only a small number of surgeons in the UK practicing exclusively in this field. She leads the NHS gender surgery service at Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital and co-leads the service at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Trust, having previously worked as a consultant at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and St George's University NHS Trust. She has been the National Clinical Lead for Gender Dysphoria Surgery at NHS England since 2022, where she is a strategic advisor focusing on national policy, workforce training, and service expansion.   A passionate educator, she developed and leads the London Gender Surgery Fellowship Programme—the first of its kind in the UK—and, as a former Training Programme Director for Urology Higher Surgical Trainees, brings significant experience in training, education, and mentorship to support the next generation of surgeons. A Keith Yates Gold Medal recipient who has performed more than 1,500 lower feminising surgeries, she continues to champion equity, inclusion, and compassion within surgical leadership and practice. Her greatest lessons, however, have come from being a mother to two young children, who remind her daily of the importance of patience, perspective, and purpose—both in and beyond the operating room.  Guest: Tharani Nitkunan Tharani Nitkunan has been a consultant urological surgeon since 2013 and specialise in female urology, paediatric urology and HoLEPs. She has been a clinical lead for five years, a BAUS trustee since the beginning of 2025, had various roles in education (foundation year 1 training programme director and member of the urology specialist advisory committee) and audit (BAUS audit steering group). She is a mother to two teenagers and a dog.  Resources: sexism-in-medicine-bma-report-august-2021.pdf  https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamasurgery/fullarticle/2808894  https://www.urologynews.uk.com/features/features/post/supporting-return-to-clinical-practice  https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamasurgery/article-abstract/2768006  https://publishing.rcseng.ac.uk/doi/full/10.1308/rcsbull.2022.23?mobileUi=0  Produced by: Andrea Pearson

In this episode, we delve into the real-life experiences of recent surgical trainees who have successfully navigated the MRCS exam. Our guests share their personal journeys, discussing the challenges they faced, the moments of doubt, and the strategies that helped them build resilience and manage anxiety. This episode aims to provide insights and practical advice for UK-based medical graduates preparing for the MRCS exam. Stay tuned for part two which will explore international medical graduates perspectives. Host: Daniel Ashmore   Danny is an ST6 upper GI trainee with an esophagogastric interest. Having studied in Leeds, he stayed in Yorkshire for his foundation and surgical training, and has since completed a PG certificate in Leadership, as well as a PhD. Danny recalls how he prepared for the MRCS now the next set of exams are round the corner.    Guest: Shreya Saxena  Shreya is currently a CT2 in General Surgery working in Thames Valley. She attended medical school at Bristol University and worked through the ranks, taking an F3 and F4 year to end up getting into Core Surgical Training in Thames Valley and now has an ST3 number for General Surgery in the East of England.  Guest: Elena Georgiakakis  Elena completed her pre-clinical studies at St Andrews and clinical years at Manchester, graduating from a six-year program with both a BSc and MBChB. She then completed her foundation training in London—first year at Chelsea and Westminster, and second year at Ealing. She is currently a CT2 in Cardiothoracic Surgery at Royal Papworth Hospital, having recently completed a 12-month rotation in Trauma and Orthopaedics at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge. She is keen to pursue a career in Trauma and Orthopaedics.  Resources: RCS England Intercollegiate MRCS: https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/exams/search/intercollegiate-mrcs/  Practice MRCS OSCE: Pathology course: https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/courses/search/practice-mrcs-osce-pathology/  Practice MRCS OSCE: Anatomy course: https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/courses/search/practice-mrcs-osce-anatomy/  MRCS and DO-HNS Exam Locations and Dates: https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/exams/search/intercollegiate-mrcs/mrcs-exam-locations-and-dates/  Surgical Exams FAQ: https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/exams/search/intercollegiate-mrcs/surgical-exams-faq/  Exams Guidance: https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/education-and-exams/exams/exams-guidance/  MRCS  Examinations Intercollegiate Committee for Basic Surgical Examinations (ICBSE): https://www.intercollegiatemrcsexams.org.uk/  RCS England Anatomy and Pathology Museum MRCS Part B revision sessions MRCS revision sessions — Royal College of Surgeons  Webinar: Preparing for the MRCS Part B Preparing for the MRCS Part B  Anatomy eLearning Applied Anatomy for MRCS Preparation and Surgical Training — Royal College of Surgeons  Produced by: Andrea Pearson We would love to hear from you so please do reach out to us on social media, or email us at ⁠⁠[email protected]

With all the buzz around artificial intelligence in recent years, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s why the Innovation Hub team is back—to break down the basics and bring you up to speed on the latest AI tools shaping the future of surgery.  In this episode, Ryan Kerstein and Eve McMahon unpack how AI is transforming not just patient care, but the surgical profession itself. From real-time decision support to the emerging “Internet of Surgical Things,” we explore the cutting-edge technologies enhancing precision, reducing risk, and redefining what it means to be a surgeon in the digital age. But with great power comes great responsibility—so how do we ensure these tools are used ethically and effectively? Featuring insights from leading medical innovators and AI experts, this conversation reveals how that future of surgery might be written in code.  Hosted by: Ryan Kerstein & Eve McMahon Guest: Umang Patel   Produced by: Andrea Pearson   For more information on the RCS England Innovation Hub please visit our website: RCS England Innovation Hub — Royal College of Surgeons   For more information on RCS England please visit our website: The Royal College of Surgeons of England — Royal College of Surgeons  We would love to hear from you so please do reach out to us on social media, or email us at: [email protected]    - Resources NHS 10-Year Plan: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6866387fe6557c544c74db7a/fit-for-the-future-10-year-health-plan-for-england.pdf  UMass Memorial Health and KATE AI: https://www.ummhealth.org/about-us/newsroom/umass-memorial-health-scales-kate-ai-platform-emergency-departments-systemwide-to-enhance-patient  Ping An Good Doctor:  https://www.ft.com/partnercontent/ping-an-insurance/bridges-to-health-for-chinas-people.html  Recent Bulletin article on using AI in healthcare: Gupta, S., Edwards, L. “Cracking the code: successfully navigating AI medical device innovation and regulation” The Bulletin of the Royal College of Surgeons of England 107.3 (2025). https://publishing.rcseng.ac.uk/doi/full/10.1308/rcsbull.2025.56  AI playbook for the UK Government  MHRA Medical Device Guidance: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/64a7d22d7a4c230013bba33c/Medical_device_stand-alone_software_including_apps__including_IVDMDs_.pdf  Dataset biases: Kakish, D.R.K., AlSamhori, J.F., et al. “Transforming Dermatopathology With AI: Addressing Bias, Enhancing Interpretability, and Shaping Future Diagnostics.” Dermatological Reviews, 6: e70018. (2025) https://doi.org/10.1002/der2.70018  Umang Patel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drumangpatel/?originalSubdomain=uk

Join us for this month’s episode where Rhiannon Richards sits down with Felicity Meyer, Helen Skinner and Jade Whing to explore the challenges and experiences faced by pregnant surgical trainees and how supervisors can play a major role in supporting trainees who are navigating their surgical training whilst pregnant.   Host: Rhiannon Richards Rhiannon Richards is a Yorkshire General Surgical trainee, a former Leadership Fellow for Supported Return to Training and mother to two children. Her leadership work has focused on pregnancy in surgery, improving the process of returning to surgical training after time out and national research into complex phased returns. Guest: Felicity Meyer Felicity Meyer is the current Chair of the RCS England Women in Surgery Forum, having previously been their Flexible Working Advisor. She is a Consultant Vascular Surgeon working across Norfolk and Deputy Medical Director at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King’s Lynn. She has three adult children and is passionate about teaching and training: everyone must have equal access to a fantastic surgical career. Guest: Helen Skinner Helen Skinner is an ST4 General Surgery trainee working in the Yorkshire & Humber deanery. She was elected to the ASiT Council as Yorkshire and Humber regional Representative in 2021 and joined the Executive Committee in March 2023 as Webmaster & Bursary Liaison. She has an interesting training and education, sustainability and increasing diversity in the surgical workforce.   Guest: Jade Whing Jade Whing is a perpetual ST6 Vascular Surgery Registrar working in the East of England. She has a keen interest in necrotic legs, trauma, and global surgery, having previously worked in South Africa. Currently on maternity leave, she solo-parents a dinosaur-obsessed two-year-old and a10-week-old baby — all while her partner has spent the past year living away, completing a trauma surgery fellowship and sitting exams. She is exhausted.    Resources The impact of parental and caring responsibilities on surgical careers Parents in Surgery Report Delivering Ambitious Change for Parents in Surgery JCST– Return to work guidance   Produced by: Andrea Pearson  We would love to hear from you so please do reach out to us on social media, or email us at ⁠[email protected]

How do you lead as a woman of colour in surgery? Join us as Hannah Maple sits down with Evelyn Mensah and Sala Abdalla to discuss the experiences of women of colour in surgery from personal stories, the impact of racism, and theirjourneys towards leadership. We delve into the importance of leadership, offering advice for aspiring women surgeons, and emphasise the power of visibility and support. Don't miss this compelling conversation that challenges and inspires! Guest: Evelyn Mensah Evelyn (Evie) Mensah, Consultant Ophthalmologist and WRES Expert at London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust is part of the London and Medical WRES Strategy Groups. Evie leads ophthalmology and anti-racism initiatives globally, aiming for equitable healthcare. She championsinstitutional courage. In October 2024, Evie was appointed as the President for the Ophthalmology section of the Royal Society of Medicine. During her two year tenure she hopes to foster closer relationships between ophthalmologists andthe wider multi-disciplinary team. Guest: Sala Abdalla Dr Sala Abdalla is a Consultant General, Emergency and Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) Surgeon at the London North West University Healthcare Trust. Dr Abdalla is the author of numerous publications in the field of surgery and surgical education including two textbooks; 'A History of Surgery' which she co-authored with Harold Ellis CBE FRCS, showcasing her dedication to exploring the rich history of surgical practices across the globe, and 'Cracking the general surgical interviews for ST3', which serves as a valuable preparatory resource for aspiring surgeons. DrAbdalla is deeply invested in advancing global access to surgical care. She is the founder and director of a surgical charity called Operation International UK which has close collaboration with the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Her charity delivers free surgical care and education tounderserved communities around the world. She has received two national awards for her charitable work and cites her charity as one of her proudest achievements.  Hosted by: Hannah Maple Hannah Maple is a Consultant Transplant and Dialysis Access surgeon based at Guys and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and the lead for simulation research. Hannah is the past-Chair of the Ethical, Legal and Psychosocial aspects of Transplantation section (ELPAT) of the European Society of Organ Transplantation and completed the Emerging Leaders Fellowship, awarded by the Royal College of Surgeons of England, in 2023.  Resources ·       Watch Evelyn Mensah’s inaugural address when appointed as the President for the Ophthalmology Section of the Royal Society of Medicine: OPT01 - Equitable, Diverse and Inclusive Ophthalmology through the Eyes of a Geordie Ghanaian - Zoom ·       How can I be antiracist ·       Cracking the General Surgical Interviews for ST3 ·       The Kennedy Review ·       Medical Workforce Race Equality Standard in England ·       GMC data supporting the Medical Workforce Race Equality Standard in England ·       NHS Workforce Race Equality Standard News & Updates from RCS England · RCS England is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the Emerging Leaders programme. Applications open on 15 May and closes on 1 September 2025. · RCS England: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion / Interested in getting involved or supporting our work? Please contact: [email protected] · The 2025 UK surgical workforce census is now open. It’s quick, confidential and crucial. Your voice helps us push for real change where it matters most, from tackling workforce shortages to improving wellbeing and training. Take the census now: https://www.rcseng.ac.uk/standards-and-research/surgical-workforce-census/?utm_source=Digital&utm_medium=TheTheatre&utm_campaign=Census2025 Produced by: Andrea Pearson We would love to hear from you so please do reach out to us on social media, or email us at [email protected]