Future Surgery has revealed the full programme agenda for 2024. The show, running in partnership with The Royal College of Surgeons England, will be taking place on 1-2 October at ExCeL London.

Don’t miss the Future Surgery conference, with two dedicated days of CPD-accredited professional development, focusing on practical steps to build the future of surgery. The programme comprises four theatres, with sessions focusing on a range of topics from robotics and technology, to global health innovations, workforce transformations and more. You’ll hear about cutting-edge case studies, inspiring insights from surgical leaders and gain practical skills to drive the field forward and develop a stronger voice for all surgical professionals and multidisciplinary teams.

Sessions include:

• The Royal College of Surgeons of England Presidential Address

Tim Mitchell, President, Royal College of Surgeons of England

• The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh: national update and keynote address
• Rowan Parks, President, Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh
• Future Workforce: Supporting diversity in the workplace

Sujatha Udayasankar, Co-Chair, SAS Forum, Royal College of Surgeons of England SAS Forum

Karen Chui, Vice Chair, Royal College of Surgeons of England Pride in Surgery Forum (PRiSM)

• AMA: Everything you want to know about Robotics and Digital Technology but were too afraid to ask

Nuha Yassin, Council Member, Royal College of Surgeons of England, Future of Surgery and Robotics Lead, Consultant Colorectal Surgeon

Ralph Tomlinson, Director of Research and Quality Improvement, Royal College of Surgeons of England

Deena Harji, Surgical Co-Lead for Innovation Hub and Member of Robotics Network, Royal College of Surgeons of England, Consultant Colorectal Surgeon

• Promoting excellence and maximising delivery of UK day surgery

David Bunting, President - British Association of Day Surgery

Karen Harries, President Elect - The British Association of Day Surgery

Gabriele Galata', Consultant in Endocrine and General Surgery - King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

• Sustainability – protecting the future of our planet and our patients

Andrew Stevenson, Co-Chair Sustainability in Surgery, Royal College of Surgeons of England

Victoria Pegna, Founding member of Sustainability in Surgery, Royal College of Surgeons of England

Jasmine Winter-Beatty, Specialist Registrar in Colorectal Surgery and Clinical Research Fellow - NW London Deanery and Imperial College London; Sustainability Champion, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Katie Hurst, Chair, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh Trainees Committee and Sustainability Champions, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

• Simple revolution in behaviours and team-working in surgery

Scarlett McNally, Deputy Director, Centre for Perioperative Care and President of the Medical Women’s Federation

Clare McNaught, Vice President, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Alice Hartley, Chair of Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh Anti-Bullying Campaign, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Key themes being covered at this year’s event include:

• Disruptive Technology - discovering new products, devices and technologies that are revolutionising patient experience and care, including robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Augmented Reality.
• Global Health Innovation - shining a light on international case studies and innovations, with lessons from across the globe.
• Innovation in Surgery - sharing the latest innovations in processes, tools and techniques, including how to navigate the interface between professionals, industry and policy to progress ideas into everyday usage.
• Working Better Together - exploring new ways of working, employee wellbeing, teamwork, leadership, and the future workforce as well.
• Sustainability and the Green Practices - driving improvements in the surgical environment, waste reduction, efficiency and procurement.
• Patient Centred Care - exploring improvements in patient safety and experience.
• Perioperative Care - optimising the complete patient pathway, from referral to discharge, by collaborating with the entire multidisciplinary team on improving outcomes and patient experience.

What else can you expect?

Surgical Simulation Theatre

Replicating a fully working, state-of-the-art operating theatre, this theatre displays some of the UK’s best surgeons performing both live and simulated surgery. The theatre is supported by leading surgical trailblazers, all showcasing the latest innovative technologies and techniques.

‘Coffee with...’ networking sessions

Delegates will have the chance to network with leading voices from the surgical community in an informal and relaxed setting. An opportunity to grab a coffee and engage with senior leaders to hear their insights, ask for advice, find new opportunities, and make new connections in targeted networking sessions.

Barney Ridley, Content Lead for Future Surgery, said: “Join us and be at the forefront of surgical innovation. At this year’s show, we are bringing together the leading surgical minds to explore practical steps we can take today to build the future of surgery tomorrow. Don't just imagine the future of surgery – be a part of creating it.”

Future Surgery is free to attend for registered healthcare professionals in the NHS or private setting, and other relevant decision-makers only. You can register online: bit.ly/4gbSNIk

For delegate enquiries, please contact the team on futuresurgeryshow@closerstillmedia.com.

For sponsorship, exhibition or speaking enquiries, please contact Natalie, Event Manager, on n.atkins@closerstillmedia.com.

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