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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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.
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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.
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St Andrew's Day Symposium 2024 in Glasgow, 22 November

We hope you can join us for this year's event, hosted by Dr Lana O’Hara, We'll have six clinical case and six QI/audit/research presentations, plus guest speakers, including Professor Jon Stone delivering the Charles McNeil Lecture. 

Booking is open, and we invite abstract submissions by 6 October!