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Dorset Gas Man. Editor of the RCoA Bulletin. Co-chair of RCoA Training Committee. Elected RCoA Council. Member. All opinions my own…unless borrowed from others.
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Joined November 2012
📆Book now for Anaesthetic Updates in Feb! Sessions include 👇 ➡️ Airway, obstetrics, pain, paeds & regional ➡️ Anaesthetic controversies ➡️ The Coroner's Court & prevention of future deaths Attend in-person for a 15% discount (use code RCoA15) 👉 https://t.co/54jsG5L8wb
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📢Key interim findings from our 2025 Census are out today 🧵 ➡️89% of clinical leaders report that elective surgery is being delayed because of a lack of anaesthetists. ➡️43% say this happens on a daily or weekly basis Thread 👇
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➡️68% of clinical leaders say that increasing anaesthetist numbers would do more than any other measure to reduce waiting lists - ahead of ward space or operating theatre availability.
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➡️Across the UK there is a shortage of 2,147 anaesthetists. ➡️This is 15% below what is needed to meet the needs of patients.
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➡️Hospitals across the UK report capacity for an additional 178 core anaesthetic training posts each year, if government funding were made available. ➡️Read the Key Interim Findings from our 2025 Census 👉 https://t.co/ttwOkM36YE
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Join us in Birmingham for Anaesthesia Research, where we’ll be advancing science & transforming care. Programme includes 👇 ☑️Breaking trials ☑️Translational research ☑️Clinical trial proposals ☑️Work of our NIAA grant awardees Booking & info 👉 https://t.co/brVw0FqRwY
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It’s WORLD ANAESTHESIA DAY today. We should all take a few seconds to pause and be thankful for the miracle of anaesthesia. Decidedly reliable and decidedly safe (though sadly inaccessible to many in the low income settings). This year’s theme is anaesthesia in healthcare
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📣Last call .. nominations for election to Council close on Mon 13 Oct⌛ If you’re a consultant or anaesthetist in training, nominate yourself today 💻 ▶️Represent the College ▶️Help shape our strategy ▶️Influence our professional policy More info👉 https://t.co/vHqc5kx1l9
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Closes soon! Please submit your application by midday on Monday 13 October if you'd like to put yourself forward for Council. Don't miss this unique opportunity to help shape the College's future ➡️
📣Last call .. nominations for election to Council close on Mon 13 Oct⌛ If you’re a consultant or anaesthetist in training, nominate yourself today 💻 ▶️Represent the College ▶️Help shape our strategy ▶️Influence our professional policy More info👉 https://t.co/vHqc5kx1l9
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To conclude #SASWeek25, we explore the theme of SAS advocacy and wellbeing. 🧾In her Bulletin article, @zoe_robertson1 reflects on the work of @NorthumbriaNHS to deliver the #SASsix asks, initiated by @theSAScollect. Learn more 👉 https://t.co/U5qvb3Po75
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Today's #SASWeek25 theme is 'Specialist grade' 🥼 🧾Dr Thomas James & @a_keshkamat talk us through their individual journeys to becoming specialists in this Bulletin article. They reflect on the highs, the lows and everything in-between 🙌 Read more 👉 https://t.co/xRZxIV42vF
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📣Nominations for election to Council are still open! If you're a consultant or anaesthetist in training, you have until 13 Oct to nominate yourself. ▶️Influence our professional policy ▶️Help shape our strategy ▶️Represent the College More info👉 https://t.co/vHqc5kxzaH
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#SASWeek25 Watch 'A day in the life of a SAS anaesthetist' Special thanks to Dr Imran Sharieff. Music - fredjimusic, powered by BreakingCopyright
It’s the start of #SASWeek25 🎉 Each day we’ll be sharing dedicated content to celebrate the work of SAS anaesthetists. So, if you're curious about the benefits of a SAS career, looking for advice on stepping into leadership roles, or ready to explore our SAS Handbook - we've
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It’s #SASWeek25 We are proud of the outstanding care our SAS anaesthetists deliver. Highly skilled, fantastic individuals. Thank you for everything you do!
Our SAS-themed issue of the Bulletin is guest-edited by Council Members Dr Kirstin May & @a_keshkamat #SASWeek25 Read @drjonchambers1's article on our new ACSA Standards requiring depts to demonstrate SAS doctors receive support & career development. 🔗 https://t.co/7s9QptMFSP
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October marks #BlackHistoryMonth✊🏾 It's a time to reflect, recognise and celebrate the vital contributions of black anaesthetists to our College, our specialty and the NHS 👩🏾⚕️👨🏾⚕️ Amplify your voice and share your lived experience with us this #BHM2025 👉🏾 https://t.co/ro9Z2YHVTd
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📢We’re excited to be working with @RCoANews to deliver the first National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care (NCAPC), which aims to improve outcomes and quality of life for patients undergoing major surgery. Find out more here📲: https://t.co/thR7tLqg86
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Our autumn Bulletin is out now📥 Check out our interactive teaser👉 https://t.co/FrS1IokVkG And remember to check your mailbox for the full version📥
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🎉We've been appointed by @HQIP to deliver the first National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care. We're looking forward to working with @CPOC_News to develop a healthcare quality improvement plan for perioperative care, delivered through @RCoA_CRI 🧵(1/2)
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Come and help us shape the future of our specialty. Lots to do to ensure to voice of the anaesthetists continues to be heard. If you have any questions about the role feel free to DM me.
⏱️Council nominations open in 7 days ☑️Influence our professional policy ☑️Help shape & deliver our strategy ☑️6 consultant and 1 anaesthetist in training vacancies Full details coming soon - in the meantime find out more about what Council does 👉 https://t.co/EXo2nE8TES
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