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Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · 15h

Featured in Surgical News: Dr Suat Chin Ng, FRACS, is one of few women colorectal surgeons in Victoria. Her journey blends surgical precision, global training, and deep compassion. She champions authenticity and patient-centred care. bit.ly/43x19Wl

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · 5d

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity to reaffirm the importance of breast screening and highlight the latest research. Peruse articles from ANZ Journal of Surgery and other journals: bit.ly/3LjJGKK

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · 7d

Congrats to the 2026 RACS Scholarships & Grants recipients! Over $1.5M awarded across 56 opportunities. We received 184 Learning & Development and 161 Research Scholarship applications. Huge thanks to our reviewers, donors & Foundation for Surgery!
Read in Surgical News: bit.ly/3WeqUH4 :

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · 12d

Abstract submissions for the RACS ASC 2026 are now open! This is your opportunity to be part of an engaging and insightful program that explores how meaningful collaboration drives innovation and improves outcomes in surgery.

Find out more here: asc.surgeons.org/call-for-abs...

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · 13d

Are you in your first 10 years of Fellowship
Apply now for the 2026 Younger Fellows Forum: 27–29 April at Mandoon Estate, WA.
Theme: The Art of Science and Collaboration.
Applications close in 2 weeks—don’t miss out!
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Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · 14d

This issue of Surgical News highlights RACS’ leadership in advocacy, innovation, and global collaboration. Read about the unified surgical voices and safe AI integration. Join us in Fiji (27–31 Oct) for the ECO Care Equity Conference.
Read Surgical News: bit.ly/47gm54S

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Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · 28d

A/Prof Katryn McLeod, featured in Surgical News talks about her PhD research, which reveals the emotional toll of remediation in surgical training and calls for Trainee-centred, evidence-based reform. “Trainees are central, yet unheard.” bit.ly/45YmYP6

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Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Sep 30

Country surgeons are sharpening their soft skills in a Rural Health initiative featured in Surgical News. Led by Prof Guy Maddern, the program used Go-Pro footage + virtual coaching to boost communication, leadership & decision-making. 76% saw improvement—more to come! bit.ly/3UZf5Us

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Rhea Liang @liangrhea.bsky.social · Sep 29

What a lovely surprise! My third Certificate of Outstanding Service from @racsurgeons.bsky.social (2016, 2022 and this one). We all do pro bono work for its own rewards, but it's nice to be recognised for it from time to time. 🤗🙏

The corner of a RACS-branded certificate next to an Australia Post tube.

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Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Sep 29

This Thursday to Sunday, don't miss the Australian and New Zealand Society for Vascular Surgery Conference #ANZSVS25.

Register and view the final program at anzsvs.com

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Sep 23

Surgical News congratulates A/Prof Anthony Glover on the 2024 RACS John Mitchell Crouch Fellowship! His work targets gene mutations in advanced thyroid cancer to broaden therapy access. In partnership with the ANZ Registry, his team is advancing equity in surgical oncology. bit.ly/4mF2kdM

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Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Sep 22

Join us to celebrate advanced surgical academic research excellence in Aotearoa New Zealand with the online presentation of the Louis Barnett Prize on 2 October 2025. The award finalists will present their research findings spanning a range of surgical specialties. Read more: bit.ly/4mQgjya

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Sep 17

RACS Fellows, display your FRACS with pride.

The FRACS post-nominal is an internationally recognised signal of surgical excellence. Using the FRACS brand helps reinforce trust, professionalism and the value of your Fellowship. Download the FRACS branding: #[bit.ly/3IeNT1m

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Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Sep 16

The latest issue of the ANZ Journal of Surgery has been released. Volume 95, Issue 7-8 (July/August 2025) features cutting-edge research across a range of surgical disciplines. Explore the full issue here: bit.ly/46KUHMv

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Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Sep 16

In Surgical News, Dr Andrew Pearce shares how MedSTAR helps rural and remote surgery—through aeromedical transfers, early consultation and smart triage—improving outcomes for critically ill patients across South Australia. bit.ly/3UU8VVK

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Sep 9

Surgical News: A Teladoc-guided craniotomy in Rockhampton saved a life when no neurosurgeon was available. Remote tech brought Brisbane expertise into theatre, proving geography needn’t be a barrier to care in rural Australia. A game-changer for emergency surgery. bit.ly/4oS3d4i

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Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Sep 3

In Surgical News, Professor Shomik Sengupta highlights the rise of prostate cancer in younger men. This Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, innovation and early testing are vital to saving lives. bit.ly/47F2IV3

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Sep 2

A new report from the National Rural Health Alliance has found rural Australians received $8.35 billion less in health spending in 2023–24 compared to their urban counterparts – a shortfall of $1090 per person, per year.

Read the full report: #[bit.ly/3JGHuwa

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Aug 26

Trailblazer Dr Teriana Maheno—one of the first two Māori women orthopaedic surgeons in Aotearoa NZ—leads with excellence, equity and cultural respect, shaping a more inclusive surgical future.
#SurgicalNews: bit.ly/3VnIA2h

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Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Aug 23

RACS is evolving with members at the heart of change. We’re raising standards, driving diversity, supporting international colleagues, and creating opportunities to connect and learn. Surgical News explores what’s shaping surgery today and tomorrow.
Read Surgical News: bit.ly/4mSWup5

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Aug 15

A big welcome to RACS Global Health Weary Dunlop Boon Pong (WDBP) scholar Anan Sriniworn of Thailand, who joined the Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne’s paediatrics unit with supervisors Dr Michael Nightingale, Professor Sebastian King, and Dr Juan Bortagaray.

#[bit.ly/45heK5w

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Jul 18

A new curriculum aims to improve workplace culture across the healthcare sector.

A Better Culture Curriculum offers a practical framework to evaluate and improve work environments, offering assessment modes and resources.

Read the curriculum: #[bit.ly/3IyKOca

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Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Jul 15

RACS has expressed concerns about the safety of patients transitioning between the public and private system and the loss of training opportunities for surgeons, which will ultimately undermine the public system in Aotearoa New Zealand: bit.ly/40gzlnD

Surgeon warns of ‘tipping point’ as Government boosts private hospital use

Clinicians have warned the drive to complete more elective surgeries in the private sector could destabilise the public system and risk patient safety.

www.stuff.co.nz

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Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Jul 15

The Australian recently spoke with a group of experts including Dr Kerin Fielding, an orthopaedic surgeon based in Wagga Wagga and immediate past president of RACS, on the essential role that product assistants perform in the operating theatre: #[bit.ly/4nPs0p5

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons @racsurgeons.bsky.social · Jul 15

Dr Justin Parr used the 2024 RACS Poate Family Travel Grant to train with global leaders in Europe and Asia. The experience sharpened his skills and refined techniques that enhance care across Australia and Aotearoa NZ. “Grants like this open doors.” bit.ly/45ZBB6v

RACS grant opens global doors for Dr Parr

Dr Justin Parr The 2024 RACS Poate Family Travel Grant gave Dr Justin Parr a "valuable opportunity" to deepen his "skills in an area not covered in great depth during standard surgical training". After completing surgical education training (SET) in Aotearoa New Zealand, Dr Parr pursued a Fellowship at Melbourne's St Vincent's Hospital, specialising in advanced hand and wrist surgery.

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