SAS Week 2025

Join us as we recognise and celebrate the work of specialty, associate specialist, and specialist (SAS) doctors.

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Between 6-10 October 2025, we recognised and celebrated the specialty, associate specialist, and specialist doctor workforce alongside NHS Employers and the BMA.

Find new exclusive SAS resources and events, as well as dedicated blogs on SAS careers here. 

Free leadership training for SAS doctors from the RCP

We’re also excited to offer a free 1-hour CPD approved Leading for collective competence in medical teams session for SAS doctors on 8 October. And remember, we can offer tailored support for SAS doctors.

Read about our CPD approved development for SAS doctors.

Get in touch with our education team to explore our flexible and inclusive programmes. 

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Check out RCP Launchpad, available to non-members for a limited time only

RCP Launchpad is an online resource hub with career support and resources for senior registrars, new consultants and SAS doctors. Usually exclusive to RCP fellows and members, we are making selected resources available to you for free, for a limited time only!

To celebrate SAS Week 2025, we’re adding two unique videos to the platform:

  • My SAS journey: specialty doctor, Dr Tulika Porwal shares insights from her career, exploring the breadth of opportunities and leadership roles available as an SAS doctor, including her role as an RCP college tutor, PACES examiner, and clinical supervisor.  
  • Navigating the portfolio pathway: learn about how Dr Jaideep Kitson progressed the portfolio pathway in south east Wales and how he built an applicant network to support SAS doctors. Plus – receive 5 top tips for your application from portfolio pathway evaluator, Dr Ryan Hobbs.
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Discover more SAS news stories, blogs and resources here.

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