Course Overview
Abstract deadline extended to the 24th of April
Building the Future of Surgical Research — Together
Are you passionate about surgical research? Whether you are a UK based surgeon, fellow, resident doctor, allied health professional, career researcher, or academic with an interest in advancing surgical science, we invite you to join us for the Women in Surgical Research Conference on 2nd June 2026 at the historic Guildhall, York.
This inspiring event will bring together a diverse community of clinicians and researchers to share knowledge, experiences, and opportunities in surgical research. The programme will feature expert speakers, personal research journeys, and practical insights into developing research skills across multiple surgical disciplines. There will also be dedicated opportunities to showcase your own work and to connect with colleagues through meaningful networking. Approved for 4 CPD hours by the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh (RCSEd).
Speakers
- Ms Emma Reay – Consultant Hand and Wrist Surgeon | Royal College of Surgeons and British Society for Surgery of the Hand Surgical Specialty Lead for Hand Surgery
- Professor Amar Rangan – Vice President British Orthopaedic Association | Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Mary Kinross Trust and Royal College of Surgeons Chair in Surgical Trials and Health Sciences University of York and Hull York Medical School
- Dr Kit Fairhurst – Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon, North Bristol NHS Trust | Honorary Lecturer, University of Bristol | Associate Surgical Specialty Lead, Royal College of Surgeons.
- Nicole Lyons – Senior Specialist Hand Therapist
- Professor Jane Blazeby – Professor of Surgery, University of Bristol
- Professor Chloe Scott – Consultant Hip, Knee & Trauma Surgeon, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh | Editor-in-Chief, Bone and Joint Research
- Miss Chinyelu Menakaya – Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgeon
- Miss Rowa Taha – Orthopaedic Resident, Academic Clinical Lecturer and Associate Surgical Specialty Lead for Hand Surgery
- Professor Catherine Hewitt – Professor of Trials and Statistics, Director of York Trials Unit, University of York
- Professor Amy Grove – Psychologist and Professor of Implementation Science, University of Birmingham
Abstracts
Candidates are invited to submit abstracts on any surgical topic, with a maximum length of 250 words. The highest scoring abstract will be shortlisted for oral presentation at the meeting taking place on 2nd of June, with the remaining abstracts invited to be presented as poster presentations.
Abstract Submission now open please use the following link to submit your research
https://app.oxfordabstracts.com/stages/82082/submitter
Closing date for abstracts Friday 24th of April 2026
Cost
£60 per person – with a number of subsidised free places for medical students please contact [email protected] if you would like to go on the waiting list for a free place.
Registration deadline – Tuesday 19th May 2026.
Chaired by:
Emma Reay, Consultant Hand and Wrist Surgeon and Royal College of Surgeons Surgical Specialty Lead for Hand Surgery
Cancellations:
All cancellations need to be made through your account. For those who do not attend without cancellation, your line manager will be notified and a charge may be incurred. All paid events have a strict cancellations policy.
Certificates and feedback:
Upon completion of this course a certificate will be available for you to download from your account along with any other post course information. Please ensure you complete your feedback so we are able to continuously improve our training.