Our spring 2024 edition is now out! We spotlight how we are keeping infants, children and young people safe as they access health services. Plus a welcome return of our regular “Starter for Ten” and “Day In The Life” features.
We have three member candidates for this Senior Officer role who will oversee areas of the College’s governance and ethical framework and its membership needs. Eligible members can now vote online.
Packed with top tips and resources from paediatricians of all levels, plus how to take advantage of free RCPCH membership as a medical student or foundation doctor. #ChoosePaediatrics
2023 was a challenging year in medicine, but we worked alongside you, our members, on some huge achievements, from the new training curriculum, Progress+ to our campaign on youth vaping.
Our new 'hub' helps specialty groups develop a guideline for RCPCH endorsement - including running the search, formulating recommendations and consulting with stakeholders.
Thanks to data provided by units in England and Wales, we've published our latest annual report, infographic and case study from the National Paediatric Diabetes Audit. Our fantastic cover illustration is by Olly, age 10.
Childhood mental health problems are common and increasing across the UK. We outline the role for paediatricians in prevention, early recognition and holistic care, and we call for greater investment.
Dr Emily Parker is one of our new Clinical Fellows with the Clean Air Fund Partnership, and in her first blog, she describes how doctors are taking a more critical look at the impact of air pollution on children's health.
There is a large and growing number of children on paediatric outpatient waiting lists in NI. Our new report highlights this worrying trajectory and makes policy recommendations.
In his first blog as RCPCH President, Professor Steve Turner outlines his priorities for the College, and notes recent developments, including the Cass Review and a GMC consultation on Physician Associates.
This very special event took place in late March in Birmingham and online. We present just a few highlights out of a packed three days - from brilliant keynote speakers to a buzzing Exhibition Hall.
Our resources and documents include training and career guidance, research and audit reports, policy statements, service standards and online learning. You can use the search or filter to find what you're looking for.
Our website aims to support child health professionals’ understanding and practice of embedding QI in their work environments. It features resources and examples of interventions in patient-centred care, medicines and systems of care.
These standards aim to reduce variation in care, ensuring equitable services, and to improve the health outcomes and quality of life for all infants, children and young people with gastroenterology, liver or intestinal disorders in the UK. You can read our summary and download the full standards bel...
This page provides a best practice example for standard 2 of Facing the Future: Together for child health standards, which outlines the hot clinic provided in Hillingdon Hospital. The hot clinic prevents children from attending A&E unnecessarily by providing rapid access to a consultant for any chil...
Quality improvement (QI) needs to encapsulate all aspects of patient care - not just the clinical experience but service development, review and evaluation. These resources can help you ensure your practice prioritises patient safety, and that it strives to improve the experiences and outcomes of yo...
It is common for parents and carers to seek advice when their child has a fever (high temperature). This study explored the views of 220 parents and carers and their experiences of services used for treating symptoms of a fever. The report presents the findings of this study and key recommendations ...
In 2018 we responded to the Department of Health & Social Care’s consultation on their draft guidance for reducing the need for restraint and restrictive intervention for children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder and mental health needs. We welcome the aim to eliminate the inappr...
In March 2023, the Scottish Government called for views on their proposed restrictions to alcohol advertising and promotion in Scotland. In our response, we highlighted the ways in which alcohol is harmful to children and young people and stated that we are supportive of policies that will work to e...
Appraisers of RCPCH examiners can find guidance here on what they can expect during an effective appraisal meeting. It will help examiners and their appraisers structure the supporting information and the appraisal discussion in a way that allows a proper evaluation of a doctor’s learning since the ...