Scottish Paediatric Society

Open to all doctors, medical students and professions of other healthcare disciplines who are committed to a career in paediatrics or one of its sub-specialities. Activities include paediatric research, CPD, events and networking along with opportunities for trainees to meet and present.

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We welcome applications from paediatricians, medical students and professions of other healthcare disciplines working in Scotland or with an affiliation to Scotland who are considering a career in Paediatrics or demonstrated a commitment to child health in Scotland.

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About SPS

Our principal purpose is to promote the health of children in Scotland - through educational meetings and funds for junior staff to travel to international meetings. We are governed by the SPS Executive Committee under the leadership of the SPS President.

About us

SPS history

Founded in 1922, SPS was the first Paediatric Society in the UK. Since the beginning, we have been about sharing and advancing knowledge in paediatrics. We provide a look back at our history, plus 'soundbites' from several members on our recent centenary.

Our history

Register for our St Andrew's Day Symposium: 7 November, Edinburgh

Our Annual General Meeting and St Andrew’s Day Paediatric Symposium will be held jointly with RCPE, RCPCH and the SACCH at the Royal College of Physicians Edinburgh on Friday 7 November 2025, hosted by Dr Philippa Wood, Consultant in Paediatrics, NHS Lothian.

We've closed abstract submissions. Registration is open and we look forward to seeing you there!

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More about SPS

SPS constitution

SPS past prizes

SPS travel bursary

SPS research prize on climate change

Contact SPS

RCPCH Scotland

Reflections from past SPS meetings

SPS St Andrew's Day Symposium - November 2024

Summer meeting - June 2024

Summer meeting - June 2023

St Andrew's Day Paediatric Symposium - November 2022 (our centenary!)