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About this section
The Coloproctology Section aims to promote the multidisciplinary care of patients with diseases of the colon, rectum and anus, and to encourage clinical research and the education of consultants and trainees.
Section Council members
Section meetings and conferences are usually organised by members of the Section Council, led by the Section President and often in collaboration with specialist societies.
Interested in joining the Section Council?
Section Councils play a pivotal role at the RSM and we are always looking for members who would like to get involved. If you would like to apply, please complete our application form and a Council representative will be in touch.
President Elect
Honorary Secretary
Honorary Treasurer
Upcoming coloproctology events and webinars
View all events and webinars being run by the Coloproctology Section.
The integrated pelvis: Advancing collaborative surgery in women’s pelvic care
Many conditions affecting women's pelvic health sit at the interface between gynaecology and colorectal surgery. Join the RSM Coloproctology and Obstetrics and Gynaecology sections for a joint, one-d...
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An evening with the RSM Coloproctology Section: John of Arderne Prize and Presidential Address
Join us for the prestigious John of Arderne Prize, where surgical resident doctors will present their latest colorectal research, showcasing emerging evidence and innovations in the field. This meetin...
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Student prizes & awards
Trainee prizes & awards
Coloproctology
Coloproctology and Obstetrics and Gynaecology Section Prize
Deadline: Thursday 9 July 2026 at 11:59pm.
Open to: Resident Doctors in relevant fields.
Prize: £250 for the best presentation, £100 for the three best posters.
Deadline: Monday 9 August 2026
Open to: Resident doctors in coloproctology/surgery
Prize: The John of Arderne Medal, a Travelling Fellowship of £500 to the following year's overseas meeting in June 2027, and a position on the RSM Coloproctology Council. All shortlisted candidates will receive one-year free membership of the RSM with associated benefits. The prize winner is required to attend the overseas meeting in order to be able to claim the £500.
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