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Tue14Apr2026
More than a third of medical references generated by some AI platforms may be fabricated, new study finds
More than a third of medical references generated by some widely used artificial intelligence (AI) platforms may be fabricated, according to a new study published in The Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. -
Wed25Mar2026
Public satisfaction with the NHS and social care in 2025: RCS England response
Responding to the Public satisfaction with the NHS and social care in 2025 report from The King’s Fund and Nuffield Trust, Mr Tim Mitchell, President of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS England), said: “For 45% of respondents, improving waiting times for planned operations remains a top priority – a clear sign patients are still waiting too long for the care they need. -
Fri20Mar2026
Wales falling behind on surgical hubs as waiting lists reduce too slowly, surgeons warn
New Senedd Election manifesto from surgeons urges next Welsh Government to expand surgical capacity and deliver a long-term workforce plan With new NHS Wales waiting time figures out yesterday, surgeons warn that Wales risks slipping further behind the rest of the UK unless progress on surgical hubs and workforce growth accelerates.