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A paediatric journey - flexibility in your career and training

3 November 2021

When thinking about a career path, the desire for flexibility is an important consideration for most, and it's something that we at RCPCH have put a lot of thought into over recent years. Cathryn Chadwick, Vice President for Training and Assessment tells us about the different ways of flexible train...

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Exploring new avenues for education

27 October 2021

We hear from Dr Chakrapani Vasudevan, our Officer for Education, on his work to make education more accessible to a broader range of members, both in the UK and internationally. He also tells us about the new Education and Learning Board, an opportunity for members to have their say not only on exis...

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College position statement on climate crisis

25 October 2021

Ahead of COP26 the College is calling on world leaders for action to limit the impact of climate change on child health and to acknowledge that the climate crisis is a child rights crisis.

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The Great Paediatric Bake Off - episode two!

25 October 2021

Get your apron on, Dr Ash Patel is back - this time baking chocolate orange brownies along with our President Dr Camilla Kingdon and VP for Education and Professional Development, Dr Jonathan Darling.

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Supporting each other through the journey ahead - President's blog

22 October 2021

Camilla writes about how easy it is to feel powerless and out of control. In doing this, we can then explore what is in our individual power to help make positive impacts.

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Farewell and reflections - Dame Mary Marsh, outgoing Chair of the Board of Trustees

21 October 2021

After five years as Chair of the Board of Trustees, Dame Mary Marsh bids farewell to the people she has supported and learned from. She reflects on her achievements in developing independent governance at the College, and the challenges that inequality brings to children and young people.

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RCPCH responds to the Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young People (NICCY) report on paediatric waiting lists

19 October 2021

Today, the RCPCH responds to this NICCY report which examined the length of time children and young people are waiting to access appointments, the current reporting systems, the impact of delayed care and factors which contribute to paediatric waiting times across Northern Ireland.

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Our history, your future - Cathryn Chadwick

13 October 2021

As RCPCH celebrates its 25th birthday, 25 members have shared stories about a case that stayed with them. These stories will be published throughout 2021.

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We face a challenging time - President's blog

8 October 2021

Despite careful early planning for the winter, we are set for a bumpy ride through to next spring, writes Camilla in her latest message to members. We now have an important opportunity to consider new ways of working and innovation, and to develop our workforce over the long term.

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Keeping children in school and the COVID-19 vaccine – our podcast

8 October 2021

In this episode, our Chief Executive, Jo Revill speaks with RCPCH President, Camilla Kingdon about COVID-19 vaccination in children and young people, a complex issue with much public focus.