The Edinburgh Student Surgical Society (ESSS) is hosting the Annual Surgical Conference on Saturday, March 22nd, 2025, at The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. We would appreciate it if you could circulate this advertisement and call for abstracts to your members.
We are inviting abstract submissions from medical students and foundation doctors (F2 and below) for oral and poster presentations. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your CV, particularly for those applying to Foundation posts, Core Medical Training, or Core Surgical Training.
About the Conference
The theme for this year’s conference is “Multidisciplinary Approaches in Surgery,” highlighting:
The impact of multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) on post-surgical outcomes
Innovations and technologies transforming surgical practice
Career pathways and the variety of specialties within surgery
Conference Highlights
Keynote talks from expert surgeons
Student research presentations – 5 oral presentations with Q&A
Panel discussion: “A Peek into the Operating Room: Exploring the Role of the MDT Pre-Op, Intra-Op, and Post-Op” by the NHS lothian Spinal deformity team
Workshops:
- Non-Technical Skills for Surgeons (NOTSS) – Interactive workshop
- Basic Suturing Skills – Hands-on training
- Laparoscopic Skills – Practical session
Registration & Abstract Submission
Register to attend here: https://app.medall.org/event-listings/16th-annual-national-surgery-and-trauma-conference-mdt-approaches-in-surgery
Submit your abstract here: https://app.medall.org/event-listings/16th-annual-national-surgery-and-trauma-conference-mdt-approaches-in-surgery
Abstract submission deadline: 05/03/2025! (in the next week)
Event Details
Date: Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 Time: 8:30 AM – 4:40 PM
Location: The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd), Library and Archive
The cost to attend the conference—including lunch and morning tea/coffee—is only £15 for non-members, £10 for Edinburgh Student SurgSoc members, Delegates will receive a certificate of attendance and have the opportunity to engage with consultants about their surgical interests.
Limited spaces available – previous conferences have sold out quickly!
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Thank you for your time and support!
We look forward to welcoming you to an exciting and educational day!
