Royal College of Emergency Medicine

Emergency Medicine has changed, and so has the workforce behind it. Following member feedback, RCEM is introducing a new membership structure designed to better reflect today's career pathways and provide support throughout a member's career. FAQs: rcemsupport.zendesk.com/hc/en-gb/sec...

Join us next week for EM Educators Day! Explore sessions on: ✅ Teaching and recognising burnout ✅ Imposter syndrome ✅ AI and education in Emergency Medicine Whether you're new to teaching or an experienced educator, there's something for everyone. Register today: rcem.ac.uk/virtual-e...

SUNDAY QUESTION - What is the best initial management plan for this presentation? Tell us the right answer below!

An important PSA from our Vice President, Dr Jason Long via @lbc.co.uk He tells the general public that if you're critically unwell, then please attend A&E however its also important to make your voice heard to the government if your experience was poor.

National media this morning have reported on our latest survey, which showed that just 3% of Emergency Department clinical leads think their department is ready for winter. Read more in the link below. rcem.ac.uk/press-rel...

" 'there isn't any money, therefore you're going to have to put up with it', I'm afraid, doesn't wash with us" Ian Higginson was on BBC Radio 4 this morning to discuss paediatric corridor care within the ED

More than one in 10 (10.1%) of patients who attended a major A&E department in England last month waited 12 or more hours before being discharged, admitted or transferred. That's 157,574 people waiting over a half a day in just a single month. rcem.ac.uk/press-rel...

As part of #SASWeek26, EMSAS Chair Dr Jocelyn Brittliff reflects on a year of progress for SAS doctors, including new opportunities for SAS doctors to serve as Chairs and Vice Chairs of regional boards and the introduction of the Adel Aziz Legacy Medal. youtu.be/Vw6QomoDajE

Throughout the month, we will be sharing stories from the everyday people who may not always get the praise they deserve. Perhaps they have always quietly resilient. Or maybe they never thought about it. Is that person you? Share your story with us here forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/Respon...

Today is the start of Black History Month UK, and at the Royal College of Emergency Medicine we are dedicated to honouring the people and communities who are foundational inside and outside of the ED.

🏆 From AI and sustainability to patient safety, frailty and health inequalities, RCEM Annual Conference 2026's 21 top posters highlight the ideas helping shape Emergency Medicine. Explore all the winning and highly commended posters ⬇️ rcem.ac.uk/blog/the-...

🏆 At RCEM Annual Conference 2026, Ryan McHenry received the Rod Little Prize for exploring whether people living in more deprived areas are more likely to be redirected away from Emergency Departments and then need to return for care. rcem.ac.uk/blog/how-...

Earlier this week, our president Ian Higginson met with the executive team, consultants, residents and nursing staff at Royal Liverpool Hospital ED It was great to hear our members specific concerns and to hold frank, open and constructive conversation about the challenges in Emergency Care

🚨 Only 4 days left to save 20% on #RCEMAC27! Join 1,000+ EM professionals in Manchester. 🔹 Up to 17 CPD points 🔹 4 conference tracks 🔹 Hundreds of research presentations 🔹 98% would recommend to colleagues 📅 Secure our lowest rates now: rcem.ac.uk/annual-co...

Ian Higginson will be attending this year's autumn Labour Conference 2026 and will be discussing and advocating for emergency medicine with Labour MPs, attendees etc. Keep an eye out for updates from our team and what was discussed.

An estimated 554 people are dying every week in the UK in association with overcrowding in Emergency Departments. That's according to new research presented today (25 September) from the Trainee Emergency Research Network, which is supported by RCEM. More below. rcem.ac.uk/college-n...

One week to go! Save 20% on #RCEMAC27 registration. Gain 17 CPD points and explore sessions on: 🔹Airway SIM 🔹 Toxicology 🔹 Beyond the Ordinary: Rare, Exotic and Unexpected Emergencies ... and much more Register now and secure our best savings before 30 September: rcem.ac.uk/annual-co...

Salwa Malik represented the Royal College of Emergency Medicine at the Autumn Liberal Democrat conference 2026 to advocate for our members and fellows in emergency care. In this video she reflects on several topics that were discussed including corridor chair care, the workforce crisis at all tiers

We have published a new position statement on Martha's Rule, which can be read in the link below.

Salwa Malik is currently at the Liberal Democrats' Autumn Conference, advocating for our speciality and all who work in the Emergency Departments across the four nations. Keep an eye out for more updates throughout the day

What happens when a patient's unanswered questions become a research project? In the latest #EMMatters feature, Jessica Davis shares how her experience inspired research that was recognised as a top poster ⬇️ rcem.ac.uk/blog/from... Have your own EM story to tell? 📧 stories@rcem.ac.uk

The latest figures from NHS Wales showed, in August 2026, around 1 in 6 A&E attendees waited more than half a day before being discharged, admitted or transferred. We call on the Welsh Government to expedite plans to reduce ED overcrowding. rcem.ac.uk/press-releas... rcem.ac.uk/press-releas...

This is our call to action. NHS trusts and governments must take action to end violence and aggression against staff. rcem.ac.uk/press-rel...

Within Emergency Medicine, Black communities have been integral to the formation of the NHS and the continued operations of it. As part of 2026’s Black History Month, RCEM have chosen to honour these communities, and you can get involved too by nominating a colleague.

Join our QI fundamentals study day and build your quality improvement skills. Aligned with the RCEM QI Programme, this interactive event covers mental health, care of older people, time-critical medications, and adolescent mental health. Register today: rcem.ac.uk/virtual-e...

RCEM surveyed over 2,000 ED staff, with 96% of respondents saying they experienced violence or aggression in their ED from patients or members of the public. Ian Higginson went on BBC Breakfast (07/09) to discuss how violence impacts emergency medicine staff rcem.ac.uk/press-rel...

Today, Dr Ian Higginson, President of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine, responded to the publication of the National Audit Office (NAO) report ‘Managing the flow of patients through hospital from A&E’. “The system is in a state of permacrisis" rcem.ac.uk/college-n...

“we're placing our emergency departments under enormous an increasing level of risk” Former president of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine Adrian Boyle was on BBC Breakfast this morning to discuss the rise in A&E related negligence claims in 2025-6

Our sell-out Nerve blocks event is taking place at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital today! It’s great to see so many clinicians getting hands-on and growing their confidence in ultrasound-guided nerve blocks, with tips on sonographic anatomy, safe needling techniques, and ED-focused skills.

The @aace.org.uk has welcomed the launch of the @rcem.ac.uk's Safe to Care campaign, which highlights the unacceptable levels of violence, aggression and abuse experienced by frontline #NHS staff. Read our statement at aace.org.uk/news/aace-su...

WE'RE HIRING The Royal College of Emergency Medicine (RCEM) is seeking an experienced, strategic, and influential Media & Communications Manager. Please send your CV and covering letter to recruitment@rcem.ac.uk. Closing date: 11 September 2026

Emergency Medicine Matters (EM Matters), a new initiative celebrating the people, teams and experiences that make Emergency Medicine (EM) such a unique and rewarding specialty We invite you within the EM community to share your story with us, email us: stories@rcem.ac.uk rcem.ac.uk/college-news...

Dr Shakeel Siddiqui, Co-chair of the Portfolio pathway committee, invites you to join our applicants training day on 2 October. Whether you're just starting your journey or preparing your application, this is day will help you to gain expert advice and practical tips: rcem.ac.uk/face-to-f...

In the latest #EMMatters story, Dr Roopa Balasundaram reflects on what keeps her passionate about Emergency Medicine. The interview with BBC Suffolk is a great reminder that EM is never a one-person job. Watch: www.youtube.com/watc... Got your own EM story to tell? 📧 stories@rcem.ac.uk