RCOG

In this episode, hosts Hannah Pierce and Naomi Harvey sit down with Mr Elliot Street—award-winning clinician and CEO of Inovus Medical—to explore the power of innovation in transforming surgical training. From the early gaps he experienced as a trainee to leading a medtech company that's reshaping how surgeons learn, Elliot shares insights on simulation, the role of AI in personalised skill develo...

In this episode, hosts Hannah Pierce and Naomi Harvey are joined by Miss Nahid Gul, a leading consultant in gynaecological pelvic laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Together, they explore Miss Gul’s inspiring career journey—from her early days in obstetrics and gynaecology to her pioneering work in minimally invasive and robotic surgery. With insights into training, mentorship, and the evolving fut...

In this episode, Hannah Pierce and Naomi Harvey are joined by Miss Karolina Afors - Consultant Minimally Invasive Surgeon, BSGE Council Member, and Chief Mentor for the GESEA Programme - to explore the growing role of simulation in surgical training. They dive into the principles and impact of the GESEA certification, discuss findings from recent research on laparoscopic skill development, and ref...

Long gynaecology waiting lists, workforce shortages and the increasing complexity of surgeries have limited residents' exposure to surgical skills practice and training. We need to reprioritise surgical training through earlier focus on endoscopic training. by increasing adaptability in training and through investment in innovative technologies that support residents in accessing training opportun...

BTA birth story - Jacqueline P2 by Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

In our first episode the surgical skills fellows (Hannah Pierce & Naomi Harvey) talk to RCOG president, Ranee Thakar, and RCOG Vice President for Education, Ian Scudamore, on how the surgical skills project came to be and their own personal experiences of surgical skills training. The following bitesize episodes will do a deeper dive into each of the five chapters of the surgical skills interim re...

Our future workforce faces significant challenges in meeting the demands of an evolving healthcare landscape and the increasing complexity of patient needs. We must be strategic in supporting our workforce to match changing trends bу developing strong progressive career support for each resident doctor and ensuring we proactively develop a workforce capable of managing increased surgical complexit...

Simulation training has become a vital tool for surgical skills acquisition, providing a safe, controlled environment where doctors can practice procedures without risking patient safety. We will examine how we can embed simulation training into the RCOG curriculum and will establish a Simulation Working Group to ensure equal access to training. In this episode, Hannah and Naomi discuss the second...

In this episode, Hannah and Naomi discuss the fourth focus of the Surgical Skills project - lifelong learning - and what we will be working on in the next phase of the project. New consultants and specialists often face the challenge of continuing their surgical skills acquisition in an environment where surgical opportunities may belimited by clinical responsibilities, rota pressures and increasi...

Investing in gynaecology surgical trainers and mentors is vital for the development of highly skilled, confident, and competent surgeons in the field. It is crucial that protected time and funding be provided by deaneries and trusts to allow educators to continue delivering high-quality training. In this episode, Hannah and Naomi discuss the final focus of the surgical skills project – Investing i...

Assessments- A Trainee’s Perspective - Hannah Pierce by Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

The Global Judgement Process - Dr Alastair Campbell FRCOG by Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

Assessments In The O&G Curriculum - Dr Alastair Campbell FRCOG by Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

The Global Judgement Process - Dr Fiona Clarke FRCOG by Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

This information is for you if you have pelvic organ prolapse and want to know more about it. Links to further information are available on the RCOG website: https://www.rcog.org.uk/for-the-public/browse-our-patient-information/pelvic-organ-prolapse/

This information is for you if you want to know more about nausea and vomiting of pregnancy or about hyperemesis gravidarum, which is the most severe form of the condition. Links to further information are available on the RCOG website:https://www.rcog.org.uk/for-the-public/browse-our-patient-information/pregnancy-sickness-nausea-and-vomiting-of-pregnancy-and-hyperemesis-gravidarum/

This information is for you if you are pregnant and are thinking of travelling by air. Links to further information are available on the RCOG website: https://www.rcog.org.uk/for-the-public/browse-our-patient-information/air-travel-and-pregnancy/

This information is for you if you have been diagnosed with intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP), also known as obstetric cholestasis. Links to further information are available on the RCOG website: https://www.rcog.org.uk/for-the-public/browse-our-patient-information/intrahepatic-cholestasis-of-pregnancy/

This information is for you if you want to know about having a cervical stitch, which is also called cervical cerclage. Links to further information are available on the RCOG website: https://www.rcog.org.uk/for-the-public/browse-our-patient-information/cervical-stitch/

This information is for you if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy and want information about COVID-19 infection. Links to further information are available on the RCOG website: https://www.rcog.org.uk/for-the-public/browse-our-patient-information/covid-19-and-pregnancy/

The O&G Curriculum 2024- Our Journey - Alec McEwan FRCOG by Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

Redeveloping The O&G Curriculum - Alec McEwan FRCOG by Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

Changes To Special Interest Training In Curriculum 2024 - Judith Moore FRCOG by Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

This information is for you if you have been told you may have endometriosis. Links to further information are available on the RCOG website: https://www.rcog.org.uk/for-the-public/browse-our-patient-information/endometriosis/

This information is for you if you want to know more about eating healthily in pregnancy. It also gives you advice about using vitamin supplements before you get pregnant and during pregnancy.