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Inaugural SAS Educators Conference – Tuesday 17th March 2026

We are thrilled to invite you to the inaugural London SAS Doctors Conference, a new event designed to inspire, connect and champion the careers of all Specialty, Associate Specialist and Specialist (SAS) doctors across the capital.

SAS doctors are an invaluable asset to the NHS, delivering expert care and leadership daily. Your ongoing professional development and career progression are crucial, not only for your personal and professional fulfilment, but as a fundamental requirement for maintaining safe, effective patient care across London. This conference aims to celebrate your vital contributions and provide tangible support for your future growth within the health service.

This event will be taking place on Tuesday 17th March 2026 and will be proudly hosted by Barts Health at the Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel.

Join Us For:

  • Dynamic Sessions: Featuring amazing speakers who will share insights and motivate you in your professional journey.
  • Networking: A fantastic opportunity to connect and collaborate with SAS colleagues from across London.
  • Career Focus: Discussions and workshops dedicated to enhancing your skills and developing your career pathways.

This is an event not to be missed. Please scan the QR code in the attached flyer and complete the registration form.

We are looking forward to welcoming you and to making this a truly unforgettable experience dedicated to your success.

If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact england.sasdoctors@nhs.net.

The London SAS Conference

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Leadership Mastermind course in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk on Tuesday 21st and Wednesday 22nd April 2026

Leadership Mastermind April 2026 programme

Welcome to our transformative 2-day Leadership Course, on Tuesday 21st and Wednesday 22nd April 2026, specially designed for consultant medical doctors, SAS doctors and resident doctors who would be consultant soon.

As leaders in the medical field, your role goes beyond clinical expertise; you are the guiding force behind high-performing teams and pivotal communication strategies. At the same time, we need to remember leadership has got two realms, one what is within my control and second what we can influence. Hence, over the two days in April, we will delve into powerful leadership strategies, explore the realms of emotional intelligence, and unveil the principles of human needs psychology in leadership.

Join us as we uncover the art of navigating difficult conversations and fortify your skills in fostering an environment where high-performance teams can thrive. Let’s embark on this journey to elevate your leadership skills and make a lasting impact on your professional landscape. 80% feedback from previous course suggested must attend for future healthcare leaders.

You can book on the event via this link Leadership Mastermind April 2026 | Medical, Management & Leadership, Medical Soft Skills | BookCPD.com

For any enquiries please contact:  leadershipmastermind1@gmail.com

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New LEEP dates announced – January – March 2026

LEEP Brochure Winter Term 2026

New dates for the Winter Term have been announced. Please see the attached brochure for details.

This is a Free course. Please click this link to book your slot – https://linktr.ee/esth.pgmc

To complete the full Training Programme, you need to complete all 4 modules, these can be attended in any order.

Module 1 Developing as a leader

Module 2 Developing Teams and Networks

Module 3 Quality Improvement and Change Management

Module 4 System Leadership

NHSe Leadership course guidance for Resident Doctors

Resident doctors seeking leadership training should in the first instance be encouraged to access the free NHS Leadership Academy Edward Jenner or the LEEP programme delivered by an NHS Trust or NHSE. Resident doctors should only consider other options if these courses are not available.

https://lasepgmdesupport.hee.nhs.uk/support/solutions/articles/7000064656-can-i-apply-for-a-leadership-management-course

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Palliative Care for FY1s 

It contains webinar recordings which cover the key areas of palliative care for foundation doctors, along with other helpful resources, and tips for palliative care in clinical practice.

Here is a link to the resource: Palliative Care for FY1’s | APM Education Hub