We welcome applications from clinicians and researchers who wish to carry out national surveillance on rare childhood diseases.
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Membership
Help us shape our visionWe invite members working across all areas of paediatrics in the UK to complete our short survey. Your insights will be used for our ambitious Paediatrics 2040 programme.
Nominations for College postsCurrent opportunities include Global Officer, Strategic Regional Advisor for South Asia, Regional Leads for UK, Children and Young People's Engagement Committee members... and more for consultants, SAS doctors and trainees. -
Education and careers
The latest knowledge and innovationsDiscover the latest developments and share your knowledge in child health at this April’s RCPCH Conference and exhibition. Be quick - early bird booking closes Thursday 27 February.
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Work we do
Workforce censusOur census gathers data on the UK's paediatric services and acts as a measure against current standards and guidance. Data collection is now open.
A new audit on quality standardsWe're working with BSPGHAN to improve health outcomes and the quality of life for children receiving care for gastroenterology, liver or intestinal disorders throughout the UK. -
Resources
The inside storyChildren in the UK spend more of their lives indoors, and the health impact of the air within our homes and schools must be taken seriously. Our joint report with RCP reviews the science and makes recommendations.
Imaging in cases of suspected physical abuseProducing high quality images is crucial in enabling effective investigation of these complex cases. Our free online learning explains. -
Key topics
Pensions - what's the issue?Our recent members' survey gives a glimpse into the damaging effect of pension tax legislation for NHS doctors - which has created a perverse incentive to reduce working hours or retire early. -
News and events
Innovations in child healthExplore the latest innovations and developments in child health at RCPCH Conference this April. Be quick - early bird booking rates close on Thursday 27 February.
Disability Matters relaunchYou’re invited to a free event, the relaunch of Disability Matters, a powerful resource that supports those who work with or care for disabled children and young people.
British Paediatric Surveillance Unit
The BPSU is a world leading centre for rare paediatric disease surveillance. It enables doctors and researchers to investigate how many children in the UK and Republic of Ireland are affected by particular rare diseases, conditions or treatments each year.
SInce 1985 we have facilitated research on over 100 rare conditions, and have immensely influenced decisions about these diseases and the impact on patients.
If you are a consultant paediatrician or SAS doctor with your own case load working in the UK or Republic of Ireland, and do not already receive the BPSU eReporting cards, please complete our form.
Studies currently on the eReporting card ('orange card')
Search all BPSU current studies
Our latest report - with cover art by 11-year old Annabelle - explains how the orange Ecard surveillance system works, gives the scientific coordinator’s yearly review of activities and includes updates on current BPSU studies...
Research news from the College
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Assessing the impact of innovation on the delivery of paediatric care – what does the future hold?
12 February 2020
Dr Damian Roland explains why innovation is one of the four major workstreams we are considering in our Paediatrics 2040 project.
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We present our keynote speakers for the 2020 RCPCH Conference
11 February 2020
Leading voices in child health will take to the main stage at the RCPCH Conference and exhibition, hosted in Liverpool this April, to share their experience and insight. Here's the full lineup.
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Forecasting the future for paediatrics in the UK
4 February 2020
Professor Steve Turner shares an update on the data and evidence activity that’s underway to support our Paediatrics 2040 project.