Strive, Achieve, Sustain: RCoA and Association of Anaesthetists Joint SAS/NCHD/LED/IMG event
An enriching event designed specifically for SAS doctors
The Association of Anaesthestists SAS Committee invites all SAS, NCHD, LED and IMG anaesthetists to an enriching event designed specifically for SAS doctors. This event, held jointly with the RCoA, will be packed with engaging sessions and opportunities for professional growth and personal wellbeing.
RCoA Members are entitled to the SAS Association of Anaesthetists Member fee. Contact events@anaesthetists.org to obtain your code.
Event Highlights:
• Portfolio Pathway Session: this session will provide invaluable guidance on building and enhancing your professional portfolio.
• Wellbeing and Mentoring: this session focuses on strategies for maintaining wellbeing and the benefits of mentoring. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in sample mentoring sessions.
• Debate and Panel discussion sessions: Enjoy a lively and thought-provoking debate and panel discussion between representatives from the RCoA and the Association, offering diverse perspectives in a more light-hearted, engaging format.
• More to be announced...
Join us for a day dedicated to striving, achieving, and sustaining excellence in your career. This event promises to enhance your professional journey, support your personal wellbeing, and connect you with colleagues.
- 08:45 – 09:15 — Registration & Coffee
- 09:15 – 09:25 — Welcome & Setting the Scene
- Why SAS and LE careers matter
- How to get the most out of the day
- 09:25 – 10:40 — Session 1: Specialist Grade – From Policy to Practice
- The Welsh Approach to Specialist Regrading
Dr Michelle Hatch (TBC) - The Scottish Experience of Specialist Regrading
Dr Ruwaida Khan, Association of Anaesthetists SAS Committee - The SEiD Award and Facilitating Specialist Creation in England
Prof Geeta Menon, NHS England - Panel Discussion & Q&A
- The Welsh Approach to Specialist Regrading
- 10:40 – 11:00 — Coffee Break
- 11:00 – 12:15 — Session 2: From Entry to Exit – Navigating a SAS Career
- Starting as SAS: What No One Tells You
Dr Gillian Rennie, Association of Anaesthetists SAS Committee - Sustaining Practice & Shaping Late‑Career Roles
Dr Emma Wain, Association of Anaesthetists Treasurer & SAS Committee Chair - Protecting Your SPA, CPD and Terms & Conditions
Dr Imran Sharieff, Association of Anaesthetists SAS Committee - Panel Discussion & Q&A
- Starting as SAS: What No One Tells You
- 12:15 – 13:15 — Lunch & Networking
- 13:15 – 14:30 — Session 3: Portfolio Pathways, LEDs & College Support
- Rejected Domains
Dr Sian Jagger - Portfolio Pathway Programme
Speaker TBC - What Has the College Done for SAS/LEDs?
Dr Sarah Thornton - Panel Discussion & Q&A
- Rejected Domains
- 14:30 – 14:50 — Coffee Break
- 14:50 – 16:05 — Session 4: Shaping the National Picture
- 2026 SAS & LED GMC Survey – How Data Improves Careers
GMC Representative - Maximising Benefit from Your Associate Dean & SAS Tutor
Dr Andy Bolton, Associate Postgraduate Dean for SAS, Yorkshire & Humber - The Value of SAS/LE Anaesthetists to the Workforce
President, Association of Anaesthetists & President, Royal College of Anaesthetists - Panel Discussion & Q&A
- 2026 SAS & LED GMC Survey – How Data Improves Careers
- 16:05 — Closing Reflections & Key Takeaways
Pricing
Association of Anaesthetists member rates
£190 - SAS Members
£380 - Non-members
RCoA Members are entitled to the SAS Association of Anaesthetists Member fee. Contact events@anaesthetists.org to obtain your code.