About this section
The Surgery Section’s purpose is to provide a forum for the discussion and advancement of the art, science and practice of general surgery with some emphasis on the branches and sub-specialties that relate to this to all healthcare professionals and their students. The Section’s regular meetings provide a platform for participants to keep up to date through the exchange of ideas and in turn, provide top-quality care to their patients.
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.
Upcoming surgery events and webinars
View all events and webinars being run by the Surgery Section.

A masterclass on oesophagectomy by Professor George Hanna

Multidisciplinary management of early rectal cancer: What are the options?

Live stream: Multidisciplinary management of early rectal cancer: What are the options?
Prizes & awards
Surgery Section: Norman Tanner Prize
Prize: £250 and the Norman Tanner Medal
Submission deadline: Sunday 1 November 2020
Open to: All surgical trainees
Application guidelines: Candidates must submit clinically oriented papers detailing original clinical research, multidisciplinary care and audit leading to improved patients' care. Submissions should be no longer than 500 woords +/- 10%.
Abstracts will be shortlisted to present at a Surgery Section meeting in January 2021.
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Fellow
For professionals with a medical, dental or veterinary qualification recognised by GMC, GDC or RCVS.
Associate
For professionals working in the healthcare sector or with an interest in healthcare issues and do not qualify for a Fellow membership.
Student
For students studying medicine, dentistry or an undergraduate qualification in a healthcare-related subject, in the UK or overseas.