Surgical News highlights RACS’ call for urgent national action to fix Australia’s stalled research pipeline. Stronger support for clinicians, streamlined governance, and fairer funding are essential to ensure world leading discoveries reach patients first.
Read: bit.ly/3PFaqrp
Voting to elect members to the NSW, Victoria and WA state committees closes tonight at 11:59pm local time in your state.
We encourage all Fellows to have their say in the make-up of their local committee.
Find out more: bit.ly/4lHUpgb
"Reconstructive surgery must move from art to science.” Surgical News features Professor Jonathan Clark, whose grant funded work is integrating virtual surgical planning and 3D printing into hospitals to improve accuracy, reduce costs, and transform jaw reconstruction outcomes.
bit.ly/4bV3rC2
Surgical News features Dr Ella Lalloz, the first w NT Rural Training Pathway Trainee, whose research focuses on improving colorectal cancer outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.
Full article here: bit.ly/47ra5yD
A funding opportunity is available for rural, regional or remote surgeons in Australia to complete CPD activities.
Support for Rural Specialists in Australia (SRSA) provides individual grants of up to $12,000 for medical specialists’ CPD.
Find out more and apply: #[bit.ly/41Aus8Y
As AI becomes embedded in healthcare systems, it raises new questions around governance, privacy and liability.
Explore how we can make sure the right guardrails are in place at ASC 2026. #[bit.ly/3XTpMt4
#RACS26
A/Prof Parshotam Gera, FRACS is a paediatric surgeon at Perth Children’s Hospital and Acting Director of Trauma. A dedicated educator, mentor and researcher, he shapes future surgeons while advancing child health through clinical work, teaching and service.
Read in Surgical News: bit.ly/4ssug7C
Voting is now open to elect members to the NSW, Victoria and WA state committees. Ballots will close Monday 13 April 2026 at 11:59pm local time.
Find out more: #[bit.ly/4lHUpgb
Male infertility is often overlooked. Surgical News spotlights new evidence‑based Male Infertility Guidelines led by A/Prof Darren Katz—bringing sharper diagnosis, better pathways and long‑overdue focus to men’s reproductive health across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.
Read: bit.ly/3NF9jqX
Curious about where your ideas could take you?
Applications are now open for the RACS Scholarships and Grants Program, closing 14 April 2026.
Explore opportunities, view eligibility criteria and apply: www.surgeons.org/scholarships
Congratulations to Dr Phil Morreau, RACS' next president, and Dr Christine Lai, who was elected today as vice president.
They will take over from Professor Owen Ung and Associate Professor Ray Sacks at the AGM in May.
Read more: #[bit.ly/4b9lrJM
Australians and Aotearoa New Zealanders with significant hearing loss are set to benefit from clearer, faster and more consistent access to cochlear implant care, thanks to the release of new bi‑national clinical guidelines.
Read more: bit.ly/4rzZBVw
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Surgical News: Broome Hospital is replacing disposable scrub caps with reusable ones—cutting waste, reducing costs & improving resilience in remote healthcare. A step toward sustainable surgery. Read more: bit.ly/44xq9gN
#SurgicalNews #RACS #Sustainability
Surgical News: Dr Caitlin Reid is redefining limits—combining surgical training with playing AFLW for the Sydney Swans. Her story shows how resilience and teamwork power success in both medicine and sport. Read more: bit.ly/4j6xutK
Surgical News: Dr Charlie Coventry completed a six-month Trauma Surgery Fellowship at London’s busiest trauma centre via the RACS Marjorie Hooper Scholarship. He’s back in SA, advancing trauma care & mass-casualty preparedness.
Read more: bit.ly/4aRv6F6
There are still a few hours left to submit your abstract for ASC 2026.
Submissions close today at 8:00am AWST.
Your research deserves its moment. Submit your abstract now: bit.ly/4sVhIq1
There are still a few hours left to submit your abstract for ASC 2026.
Submissions close today at 8:00am AWST.
Your research deserves its moment. Submit your abstract now: bit.ly/4sVhIq1
In Surgical News: Dr Maccalla Fenn, 2024 RACS Johnson & Johnson MedTech Scholar, is advancing trauma training and research while championing culturally safe care. Her story inspires future surgeons and stronger health outcomes.
Read more in Surgical News: bit.ly/3Y1mzI5
Dr Brendan Davis, FRACS, leveraged the 2024 QLD Younger Fellows Grant for a Skull Base Fellowship at Addenbrooke’s, Cambridge. Now advancing Queensland’s Skull Base Unit & Gamma Knife service. Read his inspiring journey in Surgical News: bit.ly/4oZ47ec
Don't forget: abstract submissions for ASC 2026 close on 27 January.
Got research or innovations to share? We want to hear what you've been working on.
Submit now #[bit.ly/4ney1Kx
Surgical News: From Olympic champion to surgical leader! Professor David Theile—former RACS president and Australia’s only Olympic backstroke gold medalist—embodies excellence in sport and medicine.
Read more in the latest issue of Surgical News: bit.ly/4p3Sgf1
Trauma surgeons across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand are calling on drivers to put safety first this festive season.
Read more: bit.ly/4pdAvtE
In the latest issue of Surgical News, we introduce you to our newly elected and re-elected RACS Councillors. Representing all surgical specialties across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, they will officially take office after the May 2026 AGM.
Read more in Surgical News: bit.ly/452pc04
Surgical News shares the latest as we head into the holiday season. RACS has achieved financial recovery, governance reform & stronger SIMG pathways—advocating for profession-led standards & world-class training.
Read more: bit.ly/4q8X57x
Got a spare moment over the holiday period? Now's the time to submit your abstract to be considered for inclusion in the scientific programs at ASC 2026 in Perth.
Submit before 27 January 2026: #[bit.ly/4ney1Kx
#RACS26
Have you explored the ASC 2026 program yet?
The ASC 2026 Section Convener Committee has been working tirelessly to shape a program that will appeal to a wide range of specialty groups at all career stages.
asc.surgeons.org
Dr Thomas Clifton used a RACS Travel Grant to train in advanced elbow surgery in the UK. Now back in Perth, he’s applying new techniques to complex upper limb cases.
Read in Surgical News: bit.ly/4oBZcjO
Registrations for the RACS ASC 2026 are open.
Register and view the provisional program: asc.surgeons.org/registration/
#RACS26 #FutureofSurgery
Read about Dr Lachlan Batty, FRACS, in Surgical News, who received the 2024 RACS Surgeon-Scientist Scholarship for his ACL research. His work on biomarkers like MMP3 could help predict arthritis years before symptoms appear—shaping the future of orthopaedic care. bit.ly/4qCH9vE
Have a say in the leadership of RACS surgical sections. Nominate for the 2026–2029 section committees.
Find out more and nominate by 28 November 2025: #[bit.ly/3KdzJOL
