The #PhysicianCensus provides the three Royal Colleges of Physicians with essential data that we use to lobby for changes, such as additional consultant posts and medical student places.
Research-active hospitals have improved outcomes for patients and many doctors regard research as an important part of their job and a very positive experience.
The #5minutesto census provides the RCP with essential data that we use to lobby for changes, such as additional consultant posts and medical student places.
As the NHS enters its 70th year, Professor Jane Dacre asks whether we still have an opportunity to set the foundations for a secure long-term footing for NHS and social care.
We simply need more doctors: the increase in medical school places is welcome, but these future doctors will not enter the workforce until 2023 at the earliest.
RCP president Professor Jane Dacre has written to chief executives and medical directors of NHS trusts with guidance on how to mitigate winter pressures.