"Leadership is about bringing people together." In The Expert Exchange, Dr Richard Moore reflects on leadership from a varied career in Primary Care. 📧 Members can read the full interview with the incoming RSM Senior Fellows Forum Chair via our monthly magazine

Congratulations to RSM member, Naireen Asim, winner of the RSM Professor Geoffrey D Chisholm CBE Urology Communication Award, led by the RSM Urology Section. Naireen presented WardWise, a patient-facing digital platform that helps patients prepare questions in advance and speak up confidently during inpatient ward rounds. It's already improving health literacy in urology, and it's now expanding into general surgery. ⏰Follow us to hear about future RSM prize opportunities. #Urology #DigitalHealth

The RSM Coloproctology Section recently held a meeting on the Adriatic coast. From collaborative educational sessions to exciting boat trips – we asked RSM member, Orestis Argyirou (Colorectal Surgery Research Fellow) to share his reflections of what made this trip so unforgettable. ➡️Here are his highlights Interested in global opportunities like this? Join the RSM to connect with peers, learn from leading experts, and take part in an extensive range of learning programmes and CPD events. 🔗 rsm.ac.uk/become-a-member/ #MedEd #MedicalLeadership #GlobalHealth

The RSM "Medicine and Me" series provides a platform for patients' lived experiences to be shared. Join us for our next free online event exploring how digital environments shape men's health behaviours and attitudes 💻 From fitness influencers to AI symptom checkers, men are increasingly turning to digital spaces for health information. But are those spaces helping - or making things worse? We are joined by expert researchers from the Movember Institute of Men's Health for a free webinar on the opportunities and challenges in a rapidly evolving digital world. Sessions include: 🎤Strengths- based masculinity and how peer misperceptions shape health behaviour - Brian Heilman 🎤Fatherhood, identity and health - Michael Wilson 🎤Gender dynamics in clinical settings, why men feel disconnected - Dr Bethany Croak ⏰Wed 15 Jul 2026 | 10:00am to 1:30pm Claim your free ticket here: bit.ly/4fTjx2F

The RSM Great Debate is a free public event series that brings together healthcare professionals, policymakers and the public to discuss and debate some of the most rapidly evolving issues in medicine. Next in the series ➡️ we're debating whether or not it is advantageous for doctors to have a social media presence. Professor Elena Mucci (Consultant Geriatrician, East Sussex Healthcare NHS) is renowned for translating complex clinical topics into practical online guidance for the public and healthcare professionals. Join us at the RSM on June 29th to hear her argue that social media is a credible platform for medical insights and meaningful change. 🎟️Free tickets: bit.ly/3PjuXC1 #MedEd #MedicalDebate #FutureDoctors

At the RSM, we have over 50 specialist networks in medicine and healthcare, driving our extensive range of learning programmes and CPD. We asked Terry McLoughlin, President of the RSM Emergency Medicine Section, to share his favourite aspect of his role. 🎥Watch this video to hear his answer. Not already a member? Join our vibrant, multidisciplinary community today: bit.ly/4gGjgi2 #MedEd #HealthcareLeadership

Congratulations to all of our RSM members who were recognised in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours list for their outstanding contributions to healthcare: 📜Grand Cross of the Order of the British Empire (GBE) Professor Dame Parveen Kumar DBE (Professor, Queen Mary University of London) for services to global medical education and health 📜Commanders of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) Julia Ross (Chair, British Association of Social Workers) for services to children and families 📜Members of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) Professor Steven James Brett (Intensive Care Medicine Consultant, Imperial College London) for services to critical illness and intensive care medicine 📜Medallists of the Order of the British Empire Dr Edmund Shilabeer (Volunteer) for services to charitable fundraising Paul John Gates (Vice Chair, British Association for Immediate Care) for services to pre-hospital critical care 🎊 Their recognition is testament to the many ways in which our multi-disciplinary community is striving to make a real difference in the future of healthcare. #KingsBirthdayHonours #HealthcareLeadership

This Pride Month, it is important to acknowledge both the persistent health inequalities experienced by LGBTQ+ communities and the encouraging signs that progress is possible. Evidence still shows that LGBTQ+ people in the UK consistently experience poorer health outcomes than the general population, particularly in mental health, screening, prevention, and access to care. However, there are also reasons for optimism. RSM Medicine and Society Section President Andrew Moran highlighted hopeful evidence of progress: 📚Inclusive medical education is improving knowledge, confidence, and preparedness in LGBTQ+ patient care. 🏥Patient experiences are being embedded in service development. For example, the AFFIRM Framework for gender-affirming psychological care was developed from transgender patient narratives. 🧪Patients with access to an affirming provider are more likely to engage with screening and testing. “These examples demonstrate that progress is possible when healthcare is inclusive, responsive, and willing to address stigma. Destigmatised education, care models, and patient partnership can create healthcare that is safer, more effective, and more trusted for LGBTQ+ communities.” 🌈The medical profession has a responsibility here. Education, training, and inclusive practice are not optional extras—they are part of delivering good care for every patient. #HealthInequalities #Pride2026

Surgery isn't just a skill — it's a mindset. Reflective thinking. Ethical leadership. The resilience to adapt. These are the qualities that define surgeons at every stage of their career. Join international experts for Training, Transformation, Excellence: The Surgeon's Cycle of Life — a 2 day conference at the RSM, London. ⏰ 16–17 July 2026 🔗 bit.ly/42LMmq5 #MedEd #Surgery

🗨️ More than a professional distinction. RSM member, Professor Bivek Singh is a Neurologist, Medical Researcher, and Author. For him, RSM Fellowship represents a deep commitment to advancing medicine through research, education and international collaboration. As part of a global network of clinicians, researchers and healthcare leaders, RSM members are helping to shape the future of healthcare through the exchange of knowledge, expertise and ideas. 🔑 Join a historic organisation that has been bringing the medical community together for more than 220 years: bit.ly/4gGjgi2 #MedicalEducation #HealthcareLeadership #MedEd #Medicine

The RSM Stevens Lecture is one of our annual free public lectures, where we bring experts to the stage to discuss major topics in medicine and public health. This year's lecture was delivered by Dame Kate Bingham, one of the most influential figures in British biomedical science. From accelerating patient access to strengthening the UK's position as a global leader in life sciences, this lecture offers a compelling perspective on what must change to turn scientific breakthroughs into real-world impact. 📹 Whether you missed the event, or want to revisit the insights— Dame Kate Bingham's lecture on drug discovery and medicine delivery is now available to stream for free: youtu.be/jsqaZpmzfr8?si=PjFD… #PublicHealth #DrugDiscovery #LifeSciences

🏡 Section Focus : The RSM General Practice & Primary Healthcare Section Led by Susan Strong, an experienced primary care educator, this section champions shared learning, leadership, and evidence-based education. Their mission is to help healthcare professionals navigate complexity, drive prevention, and embrace innovation. 💬 "General practice and primary healthcare are at the heart of the NHS. Our Section brings professionals together through shared learning, leadership, and evidence-led education—strengthening practice today while preparing confidently for the opportunities and challenges of an evolving digital healthcare landscape." 🪴Working closely with NHS England and the Royal College of General Practitioners, the Section ensures its educational programmes remain aligned with national priorities, emerging evidence and best practice 💡At a time of significant challenge and transformation across healthcare, this Section provides a trusted forum for connection, insight, and professional development—supporting practitioners to lead with confidence and deliver high-quality patient care. 🔗 Explore more: bit.ly/4xvM5Ws #PrimaryHealthcare #PublicHealth #MedEd

This Men's Health Week, we're exploring one of the most prevalent issues in men's health: how digital environments shape health behaviours and attitudes 💻 From fitness influencers to AI symptom checkers, men are increasingly turning to digital spaces for health information. But are those spaces helping - or making things worse? Join us online next month for a free expert-led lecture exploring Men, Health and the Digital Age. ⏰Wed 15 Jul 2026 | 10:00am to 1:30pm 🔗Join us for free online: bit.ly/4fTjx2F #MensHealthWeek #MensHealth #DigitalHealth #PublicHealth

Here is a snapshot of some of the exceptional educational events open for booking at the RSM: 🥼 Tomorrow’s Doctors Spotlight on Maxillofacial Surgery: bit.ly/3PRM5yX 🧬 Biology of Ageing 2026: bit.ly/43zrt1M 🔎 Seeing the Whole Person: Psychiatric Formulation in the 21st Century: bit.ly/49Ys0xY ♀️ The integrated pelvis Advancing collaborative surgery in women’s pelvic care: bit.ly/3PVI78L #Medicine #MedEd #WomensHealth #HealthEquity #Surgery #MentalHealthMatters

❓ Should doctors be on social media? It's a question of growing public interest — and one that goes to the heart of how medicine communicates in a digital age. 🎤 The RSM Great Debate is one of our most celebrated public event series — an evening of rigorous debate, expert opinion and open discussion on the questions that matter most to medicine today. Joining the panel for this instalment is Professor Tim Mitchell, President of the Royal College of Surgeons — one of the most prominent figures in British medicine. 🎟️ Free tickets — but places are limited. Secure yours here: bit.ly/3PjuXC1 📅 Monday 29 June | 5:30–7:00pm | 📍 RSM, London

👁️ Cataract surgery simulation. VR retinal assessment. ST1 application guidance. This isn't your average conference. This Modern Ophthalmology Conference is a hands-on day designed for medical students, residents and multi-disciplinary eyecare teams — combining practical workshops, simulation sessions and keynote talks from leading experts in the field. 📅 Friday 3 July | 9:00am–4:30pm | RSM, London 🔗 Book your place: bit.ly/4dSf8f0https://bit.ly… #Ophthalmology #MedicalEducation #MedicalStudents #EyeCare

World-leading professors. A UK-wide lecture tour. A long-standing RSM tradition. 🗺️The RSM's 50+ specialist sections bring world-class medical education to healthcare professionals across every specialty and they don't just do it in London. Dr Ryan Cheong, Honorary Secretary of the RSM Laryngology and Rhinology Section, shares what made the recent tour so memorable — from cutting-edge research and world-class faculty to the connections with colleagues whilst travelling across the UK. Watch his story 🎥 Interested in joining our global community? ▶️ bit.ly/4gGjgi2 #MedicalEducation #HealthcareEducation #MedEd #ENT #Laryngology #Rhinology #HealthcareProfessionals #MedicalResearch