Membership | RCPCH

Our members are based in the UK and internationally, and include many child health professionals from paediatricians to nurses to allied health professionals - find out more.

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Dr Thomas Bourke is the new RCPCH Officer for Ireland

25 March 2025

Dr Bourke begins his role this month and joins the College Council in May 2025. He looks forward to advocating for the needs and rights of all children and young people in Ireland.

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Milestones magazine for members – spring 2025, 'Healthy connections'

13 March 2025

This issue explores the power of coming together, urging health professionals to support children and young people to step away from their screens and exploring how a ‘pro-play mindset’ can momentarily transform a hospital ward into a space of joy, agency and self-expression.

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A busy week in the child health world - President's update

3 February 2025

Steve covers lots of topics this week, including applications to ST1, mental health services and data from the new RSV vaccine. He also introduces our Air Pollution Companion and shares recent policy work from the devolved nations.

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End of the year update from the President

20 December 2024

Pulling it all together through the lens of our new strategy.

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Milestones magazine for members - winter 2024

13 December 2024

Finding the time... From understanding the importance of Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) to reviewing the rota gaps survey results, this issue looks at time management and how we can best support our professional and personal lives.

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Supporting our workforce - President's update

6 December 2024

Steve's update focuses on the changing nature of the medical workforce according to the latest GMC report and our vital work to support paediatricians.

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The need to invest in child health - President's update

22 November 2024

Steve asks members to help make the case for children in the Westminster government's public consultation on the NHS in England. Plus, we've updated our principle statement on supporting LGBTQ+ children and young people and won an award for our digital growth charts.

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Working closer together – President’s update

25 October 2024

Steve wants your help to bring the College and members closer together. We’re also celebrating the disposable vape ban announcement and are excited to introduce our new RCPCH Strategy 2024-27. Plus Conference 25 registration is now open!

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Milestones magazine for members – autumn 2024

24 October 2024

This edition is packed full of great features, with a focus on thriving. From exploring the role of health play specialists and navigating medical complexity to helping protect paediatricians’ mental health and wellbeing, we examine a range of resources available to help you best support infants, ch...

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Meeting a changing and increasing demand - President's update

4 October 2024

Steve reflects on what Lord Darzi's report means for members and healthcare services, and encourages you to think about what you would improve in your service if given the chance. There is also an update on PA's, an invitation to take part in a digital skills survey and much more.