The Royal College of Surgeons of England delivers exceptional education, assessment, and professional development to a community of 30,000 surgeons, dental professionals, and members of the wider surgical and dental care teams at every stage of their careers. Our goal is to ensure that everyone receives outstanding surgical care.

We achieve this by setting high professional standards, supporting research, and advocating for the best patient outcomes.

We organise and support national and regional events across the UK, covering a wide range of topics relevant to surgical teams, as well as current and aspiring surgeons.

Our Commitments:

• Leading the profession – Acting as the foremost authority in surgery, promoting excellence by engaging with professionals, policymakers, patients, and the public.
• Enhancing surgical practice – Continuously refining standards, safety, and workforce development to improve patient care across the UK.
• Supporting our members – Inspiring and advocating for a diverse and growing membership through education, guidance, and professional representation.
• Championing inclusivity – Fostering a welcoming and diverse profession where everyone’s contributions are valued, with a strong commitment to fairness, gender equality, and anti-racism.
• Modernising the College – Creating a sustainable, inclusive, and digitally advanced organisation that is accountable and forward-thinking in its approach.