About this section
The Coloproctology Section aims to promote the multidisciplinary care of patients with diseases of the colon, rectum and anus, and to encourage clinical research and the education of consultants and trainees.
Section Council members
Section meetings and conferences are usually organised by members of the Section Council, led by the Section President and often in collaboration with specialist societies.
Interested in joining the Section Council?
Section Councils play a pivotal role at the RSM and we are always looking for members who would like to get involved. If you would like to apply, please complete our application form and a Council representative will be in touch.
Upcoming coloproctology events and webinars
View all events and webinars being run by the Coloproctology Section.
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Innovations in IBD practice
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Presidential address, John of Arderne prize and annual general meeting
Student prizes & awards
Trainee prizes & awards
Coloproctology
Coloproctology Section: John of Arderne medal
Deadline: Wednesday 12 August 2024
Open to: All coloproctology/surgery trainees
Prize: The John of Arderne Medal, a Travelling Fellowship of £500 to the following year's overseas meeting in Barcelona, Spain on 12 and 13 of June 2025, and a position on the RSM Coloproctology Council. All shortlisted candidates will receive a one-year free membership of the RSM with associated benefits. The prize winner is required to attend the overseas meeting to be able to claim the £500.
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Fellow
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