Welcome to your newly elected Council members. Congratulations to Deborah Eastwood, Tim Lane 💙, Clara Vella, Francisca Ferreira and Professor Lynda Wyld, who will begin their terms this July - and Professor Frank Smith, Rachel Hargest and Ian Loftus, who have been re-elected.🧵

"I liked meeting surgeons at similar career stages and the opportunity to discuss topics not often covered as a trainee, like how consultant job plans are designed." Set yourself up for success at our Starting Surgical Practice in the NHS event, 13 Sept: ow.ly/Sg8v50SAl7k

The Cardiothoracic and ENT SACs are looking for members! This is a great opportunity to join the SAC and influence the future of your specialty. For details on the SACs and how to apply, click here bit.ly/46UkeC6 SCTS UK ENT UK

What defines a high-volume parathyroid surgeon? Surgeons who perform 50 or more parathyroid operations per year are more likely to cure your primary hyperparathyroidism during surgery. Ask your surgeon how many parathyroidectomies they perform/year. #PAM2024 ParaTroupers

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To address questions from parathyroid patients, the BAETS has issued a statement about parathyroid surgery on their website: baets.org.uk/hyperparathyro…. For inquiries, contact [email protected]. The BAETS is committed to enhancing outcomes for all parathyroid surgery patients.

Vital that ultrasound is undertaken by experienced head and neck radiologist - able to identify abnormal parathyroid gland(s) and evaluate thyroid nodules utilising an appropriate grading system

“No matter how technically competent or senior you are, if you abuse your position as a surgeon, you will have no place in our College.” Today we introduce our new Code of Conduct. A crucial step in our journey to eradicate sexual misconduct. ➡️ rcseng.ac.uk/news-and-event…

Andrew Jordan the chief execs, finance directors, chief operating officers, chairs, medical and nursing directors in every NHS trust and ICB know perfectly well the service is underfunded they need to start speaking up collectively about the issue and challening the centre. They won't though

We are appalled by the scenes of rioting, racism and religious hatred, with NHS staff also under threat. We stand in solidarity with our NHS colleagues no matter their background, and thank emergency workers who tirelessly keep our communities safe. More: ow.ly/cysH50SRpl5

Mohammed Qahtani won the Toastmasters World Championship of Public Speaking. It’s easy to see why. Please watch his speech. Words have power. Words can be our power. Words can unite or divide. Words can spit venom or can mend a broken soul. Words matter.

As important in life related decisions as it is in the workplace

Medical Students interested in ENT. Register for the Harry Barnes Student Forum at AAO-HNSF in Miami to not only hear a great lecture from a distinguished professor but possible free conference passes to boot. Space is limited. Link below #MedEd #Otolaryngology

Still unclear why CMA does not believe that the insurers forcing you to pay to bill them through a company they own and you cannot add the costs to your invoice is fair and open . No alternative available and cannot bill insurer directly !!

With talks from leading surgeons, a deep dive into robotics, and the chance to use new surgical devices, you'll find something that fuels your passion at Future Surgery. Book your free ticket for 1-2 October at ExCel London: rfg.circdata.com/publish/FSS24/… #FS24

A Care Quality Commission survey found 43% of elective patients felt their health deteriorated while waiting to be admitted to hospital. Responding on what's needed to reduce long waits Tim Mitchell said the NHS is in dire need of capital investment. Read more: independent.co.uk/news/uk/care-q…

Once again: a🧵about 🧵's It's been about a year since I last posted these, but for the new folks, here is a collection of links to each of my 🧵 about surgical sutures. 9 of these are about suture types and the other 3 are miscellaneous suture-related topics. ⬇️(1/ )

Great to see article about setting up the first UK Transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy / parathyroidectomy service published today. Also undertook another case today with ⁦Sid Nagala⁩ entandaudiologynews.com/features/ent-f…

⏰ Last chance! Early bird registration for #BAETS2024 ends TOMORROW, 5th Sept! Secure your spot now. Check out the exciting programme highlights & register today: baets.org.uk/london2024/reg… #BAETS2024 #Surgery #ThyroidCancer #EndocrineSurgery

Rest In Peace James Earl Jones - the legendary voice and the iconic roles i remembered growing up cnn.com/2024/09/09/ent…