Why so few female surgeons? "Inspiring the Next Generation of Female Surgical Leaders," a national leadership and networking event being held from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., 28th of November, 2012, at the Royal College of Surgeons, London, aims to encourage female surgical trainees and new consultants to aspire to a leadership role, and celebrate the achievements of more senior female role models and mentors.
This event is aimed at junior female surgical trainees (CT1 and above) and new consultants considering how to progress in their careers, along with more senior female consultant surgeons who may like to pass on their wisdom and stories as role models (and potentially mentor in future).
The programme will be chaired by Ms Clare Marx CBE - RCS Council and former President of the British Orthopaedic Association, with a welcome by Professor Norman Williams - RCS President Professor of Surgery and Director of Innovation at the Academic Surgical Unit of Barts and The London, Queen Mary’s School of Medicine and Dentistry. Speakers will include:
- Prof Keith Willet - Director for Acute Episodes and Care, NHS Commissioning Board and National Clinical Director for Trauma Care, Department of Health
- Helen Fernandes - Consultant neurosurgeon, former President of Women in Surgery
- Rebecca Mills and Charlotte Bendon - Core surgical Trainees
- Trevor Waldock - Managing Director of The Executive Coach and founder of Emerging Leaders.
- Penny Newman - Associate, NHS Leadership Academy and author of Releasing Potential: Women Doctors and Clinical Leadership
Speakers will be followed by "speed dating," providing an opportunity to meet female surgical role models on an informal basis, rotating in small groups. There will be a drinks reception and networking event in the evening.
The day is supported by the Royal College of Surgeons, Women in Surgery, Faculty of Medical Leadership and Management, and the NHS Leadership Academy. Although sponsorship is currently being sought, there may be a small charge to attend. Places assigned on a first come first served basis and are filling up rapidly.
To book your place, click on the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/6BCC27C