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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Membership
RCPCH President electionWe are now calling for applications from eligible members, with an election due to take places this autumn. Champion child health policy and be a leading voice on advancing the mission of the College.
RCPCH Treasurer applicationsWe also invite members to apply for this senior leadership role. As Treasurer, you'll be at the heart of College decision-making, with overall legal responsibility for our work as a charity. -
Education and careers
Are you ready for Progress+?Live from August, Progress+ is our new, two-level training programme, and aims to to flexible and fulfilling. Our FAQs, resources and updates outline what to expect. -
Work we do
Volunteering with the CollegeWe have three exciting new Officer and Assistant Officer roles open to members - in climate change, careers and child protection. Plus vacancies on a new general paediatrics committee and posts especially for SAS doctors and trainees. -
Resources
"Perfectly imperfect"The front cover of our Epilepsy12 organisational and clinical audits report for 2023 embodies the spirit of resilience. The documents give insight into the diagnosis and care of children and young people with epilepsy, and the organisation of services.
Diabetes-related admissionsOur National Paediatric Diabetes Audit has produced its latest report summarising acute emergency hospital admissions of children and young people where the primary diagnosis is related to diabetes. -
Key topics
Industrial action in the NHSWe recognise that taking strike action is a personal choice. We have published frequently asked questions to support members, including advice especially for trainees and SAS doctors.
Creating environments where we can thriveTwo paediatricians share thoughts around vulnerability, compassion and belonging at work. Jess and Anna talk about brave spaces, self-care and those "small moments of human connection". -
News and events
Our manifesto for the next UK General ElectionAs political parties develop their policy platforms, we need to be prepared. So we’ve published our manifesto to call on parties to support children’s health and wellbeing in a changing world.
Thrive Paediatrics listening eventJoin us on 14 November in London for our first 'listening event'. The CPD-accredited day has the collective wellbeing and working lives of paediatricians at its heart, and we want to hear your stories.
Share your work at RCPCH ConferenceSubmit an abstract for the 2024 RCPCH Conference and you could be showcasing your work to colleagues from around the world at the UK's biggest child health event.
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.
St Andrew's Day Symposium 2023
This Symposium, taking place on 10 November 2023, is hosted by Dr Umair Khan and in collaboration with RCPE, RCPSG, RCPCH and SACCH.
We invite abstract submissions by 8 October.
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.
More about SPS
"These reflect our memories and hopes for the future" - soundbites from SPS members
Taking place on 9 June at University of Aberdeen, this meeting featured 'Hot Topics' on paediatric rheumatology, vaping and more, plus our annual clinical case and research / QI / audit presentations.
Climate change is a major risk to children and young people, but positive health benefits could accrue from changes to the way we generate energy, reduce waste and improve air quality. Applications close 8 October.
Highlights from St Andrews Day meeting 2022
Our centenary symposium was in November 2022 in Glasgow, and we were delighted to be joined guest speakers for from a number of specialties, highlighting the advances in paediatric medicine in Scotland. All followed by a celebratory ceilidh!