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Nearly three-quarters (71%) of UK hospitals are not routinely screening older surgical patients aged 60 and older for frailty—despite clear evidence that frailty significantly increases the risk of complications, including longer hospital stays, delirium, and even death.
We have published new guidance to support Specialty and Specialist (SAS) anaesthetists in demonstrating clinical autonomy and progressing in their careers.
The Safe Anaesthesia Liaison Group (SALG) would like to ensure that anaesthetists are aware that prolonged release opioids are no longer licensed for the treatment of post operative pain.
We are inviting feedback from members working as anaesthetists or AAs in the UK and other stakeholders on our proposed changes to the AA curriculum.
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has been re-accredited under the RCoA Anaesthesia Clinical Services Accreditation (ACSA) scheme.
RCoA responds to HSSIB investigation into the impact of staff fatigue on patient safety
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has been accredited under the RCoA Anaesthesia Clinical Services Accreditation (ACSA) scheme.
We have published a report of the work undertaken following two resolutions passed at the College’s Extraordinary General Meeting in 2023, relating to anaesthetics recruitment.
The Royal College of Anaesthetists is pleased to support the Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine in its transition to an independent College of Intensive Care Medicine, planned for July 2026.