The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd)

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd) was founded in 1505 by Royal Charter granted by King James IV. From the discoveries of Simpson and Lister to modern-day pioneers of medicine and dentistry who are developing simulation, VR and robotics, the College has been a seat of learning and advancement for over 500 years.

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is the oldest Surgical College in the world with a prestegious network of over 32,000 professionals in over 140 countries across the world, touching every stage of the career path from medical student to consultant. The College is home to Surgeons, Dental Surgeons and members of the Surgical and Dental teams who put Patient Safety at the heart of everything they do. Their high-quality education and examinations ensure that standards are upheld across all specialities and in all countries.