New consultants forums

New Consultants Development

Our programme of face-to-face and digital New consultants forums provide the opportunity to hear from local speakers on essential topics – from how to prepare a business case, medical leadership and survival tips for the new consultant.

CPD and format

All our forums are CPD accredited and have been programmed to fit into the life of the busy clinician. There are bite-size sessions at varying times of the day and week, as well as longer face-to-face meetings. 

We hope these forums offer the opportunity to meet and share experiences with your peers, either face-to-face or online. 

Who should attend?

New consultants in their first five years of being in post, registrars in their final year of training, and SAS doctors of equivalent grades.

You do not have to be an RCP subscribing member to attend this event, but you may wish to consider becoming a member and benefiting from free or discounted registration fees.

You are also very welcome to attend virtual forums outside of your home or working region.

Can I watch on demand?

These forums offer an open environment for discussion and are not readily available to watch on demand. However a selection of talks we are given permission to record by speakers may be available to watch via RCP Launchpad - our exclusive member-only resource platform.

Please note, the content is only externally CPD validated when joining live and we encourage you to join us on the day to make the most of the meeting. 

 

New Consultants Development

"Helpful event sharing lots of different experiences and viewpoints around starting a consultant career."

Delegate feedback, 2022

Upcoming events

Have you visited RCP Launchpad?

RCP Launchpad is our member-exclusive resource hub which aims to support new consultants, early career SAS doctors, and senior resident doctors in their early careers. 

The content on RCP Launchpad is carefully curated by the RCP New Consultants Committee. This group of active clinicians understand the type of guidance and support needed early in your career.

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National new consultants conference

This digital conference provides practical support for new consultants, senior registrars and SAS doctors of equivalent grades. 

Topics include civility in the workplace, imposter syndrome and how to build a business case. 

Available to watch live on Thursday 26 March 2026 or catch up on demand for 90 days.

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