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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

8 months

The attitude expressed by retired anaesthetist Dr Hilton in @thetimes is totally unacceptable. People affected deserve compassion, justice and commitment to zero tolerance from their employers & colleagues. We must do everything we can to eradicate these attitudes & behaviours.

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

8 months

Sexual misconduct has no place within the workplace. The experiences shared in the @wpsms_org report are wholly unacceptable and must not be dismissed. We will play our part in implementing the recommendations:

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

4 years

Please see my statement in response to the updated #PPE guidance from @PHE_uk & the on-going PPE shortages in the UK: #COVID19 #PPEShortages #PPEforNHS

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

3 years

It is tragic & deeply saddening to hear about the death of our colleague Dr Krishnan Subramanian. Our thoughts are with his family & friends. On behalf of the College I'd like to express my gratitude for his vital contributions to the anaesthetic community

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS FT

@UHDBTrust

3 years

It is with deep sadness we announce that UHDB has lost a dedicated and committed colleague this week to Covid-19. Dr Krishnan Subramanian, a Consultant Anaesthetist at Royal Derby Hospital, sadly passed away yesterday.

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

Read my letter in today’s Times - ‘junior doctor’ such a poor term that fails to reflect the skill & maturity of our colleagues in training

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

My last day as ⁦⁦ @RCoAPresident ⁩ - the work doesn’t stop with a full agenda of internal & external meetings as I hand over the reins to ⁦ @RPMahajan ⁩. It has been an honour leading ⁦ @RCoANews ⁩ over the past 3 years - thank you to all our staff & members

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

8 years

Spoken to HEE London who apologise & accept the poor choice of words. Survey withdrawn. Novice anaesthetists are our future not a burden!

Robert Golding

@DrRgoldi

8 years

@RCoANews @RCoA_Training @RCoAPresident

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Powerful and courageous piece relating the circumstances & aftermath of the tragic death of an anaesthetist - @KateJH1970 and I are in contact to see if we can do more to help prevent this happening to others @RCoANews @AAGBI @gmcuk

‘I went on a walk and returned to find my husband dead’

After her husband’s suicide, Kate Harding was overwhelmed by guilt and shame

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

My last Council as @RCoAPresident today - it has been an absolute honour and a privilege to serve my specialty and the brilliant @RCoANews of which I am so proud - my thanks to my wonderful colleagues @CUH_NHS for allowing me to fulfill this role over the last 3 years

montymythen

@montymythen

6 years

President Liam BRENNAN’s last College Council meeting. A job very well done. Thank you ⁦ @RCoANews ⁩ ⁦ @RCoAPresident ⁩

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Powerful accounts from clinicians working above and beyond in our NHS, including @RCoANews fellow @traumagasdoc . These stories show the immense strain that both the system and staff are under. Change is needed.

Doctors and nurses: ‘When May and Hunt tell the public the NHS is not in crisis, that is a lie’

Ambulances queuing up outside A&E, operations cancelled for lack of beds…Could this winter prove the last straw for our struggling National Health Service? Those on the frontline speak out…

www.theguardian.com

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

4 years

I'm proud that we as a College were able to support @NightingaleLDN today by providing our exam ventilators for their use. In the fight against #COVID19 it is important to combine resources & workforce making collaboration even more of a priority as we are only #StrongerTogether

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

I am honoured by the confidence College Council has shown by electing me as President. I will do my utmost to represent needs of patients, fellows & members. Thanks to @drgas51 for his leadership & dedication to the specialty. He has been instrumental in modernising the College

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

“Hospital is a place for the ill, not a place for people to be stranded because of a lack of social care.” Joint Letter to the Editor in today’s @thetimes noting concerns around delayed transfers of care & the impact this has on patients with #dementia :

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

5 years

It is #WorldAnaesthesiaDay & we are celebrating the important work anaesthetists do throughout the year. We want to promote the specialty far & wide, giving patients more information on what anaesthetists do & showing how they are by the side of patients when it matters most

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

8 months

Congratulations Dr Aileen Adams, CBE, FRCA, first and only female Dean of the Faculty of Anaesthetists at the Royal College of Surgeons 1985-88, on your 100th birthday.

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

1 year

Yesterday I met with Stephen Brine MP, Chair of the Health Committee in Parliament. We discussed the urgent need for more ST4 training places, and measures to boost wellbeing & retention of doctors of all grades. @BrineMP @CommonsHealth

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Regular breaks and adequate rest facilities are not optional extras but vitally important to ensure patient safety and the well-being of all @NHS staff is maintained #FightFatigue @MattHancock @AAGBI @nhsemployers

Michael Farquhar

@DrMikeFarquhar

6 years

It all comes down to this. Unless our @NHS staff can regularly expect to HALT and get the breaks they are entitled to, we cannot provide care to the standard our patients deserve Being able to “HALT: Take A Break” is essential for performance

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

I want to thank all #NHS staff including anaesthetists caring for patients tonight and over the entire festive period. Your hard work and dedication is much appreciated. #NewYearsEve

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

5 years

I am honoured to have been re-elected President & I would like to congratulate Dr Fiona Donald & Professor Mike Grocott on being elected the new Vice-Presidents, I look forward to working together. Thank you to Dr Janice Fazackerley & Dr Simon Fletcher for all of their support

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Many congratulations to Professor Julian Bion, founding Dean of @FICMNews and former @RCoANews Council member on the award of a richly deserved OBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

4 years

I’m delighted to support the #QuitforCOVID campaign. Patients who stop smoking four weeks before an operation have 19% fewer complications & emerging evidence suggests that smoking puts people more at risk of severe complications from #COVID ー19. 👉

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

2 years

I am delighted that @RPMahajan has been made a CBE in the #NewYearHonours list. Professor Mahajan's leadership during the pandemic has been exemplary & his tireless efforts have improved the lives of patients in the UK & abroad. Congratulations Ravi👏🏽

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

3 years

I’m pleased to announce Helgi ( @traumagasdoc ) will join Sarah ( @gasgal13 ) on @RCoANews Communications & External Affairs Board as Chair and Deputy Chair respectfully.

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

. @RCoANews response to the High Court decision regarding the case of Dr #BawaGarba :

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

I want to thank you those of you who are working hard for patients today and over the festive period. Your contribution is much appreciated.

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Being the single largest medical specialty, we do so much more than give you anaesthetic for an operation. On #WorldAnaesthesiaDay learn more about our jobs, our dedication, our focus & how we are by the side of our patients when it matters most. #WAD2018

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

6 years

Today is #WorldAnaesthesiaDay & to celebrate @RCoANews has created a booklet with @PatientsAssoc to provide patients & the public with an insight into the training & focus anaesthetists have, delivering the right care at the right time @NHS #WAD2018

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

ODPs are our valued colleagues - always by our side ensuring the safest and best possible patient care. We simply couldn’t do our job without you! Thanks from all anaesthetists for everything you do. Happy #ODPday !👏👏👏👏 @RCoANews @AAGBI

Theatres at CUH

@CUH_Theatres

6 years

It’s the very first #ODPday and to celebrate our highly skilled ODPs will be taking over Twitter. 🙌🎉 They’re also talking to colleagues, patients & visitors about their role - find them today on level 2 between the concourse and ATC.

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Productive meeting this evening @10DowningStreet to discuss #NHS sustainability & long term planning along with other College presidents @RCoANews @FICMNews @waldmannthree @GavinBarwell

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Staying cool in this hot weather - Enjoying a free ice lolly with Georgina one of our StRs courtesy of ⁦ @CUH_NHS ⁩ #stayhydrated #Wellbeing

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

4 years

I’m pleased to share the findings of our recent member survey which provides a 24-hour snapshot ‘view from the frontline’ of anaesthesia during #COVID19 . The responses demonstrate concerning pressures in the areas of #PPE , testing, drug supply & wellbeing.

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

It's @RCoANews 25th birthday so there has to be cake! Thanks @DrRayBakes for this wonderful creation @RCoA25

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

I want to thank all anaesthetists working this #Easter . We care for 2/3 of all hospital inpatients - an invaluable contribution to the #NHS

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

8 years

As night approaches in the UK spare a thought for all anaesthetists on duty tonight - thanks for keeping us safe #RCoAWorldAnaesthesiaDay

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

4 years

It's an honour to be re-elected as President. I look forward to working with our VPs, Fellows, Members, College staff & stakeholders to deliver our strategic objectives & advocate for positive change. Thank you for the confidence you’ve placed in me.

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

4 years

We're very happy to announce that Prof Ravi Mahajan has been re-elected as @RCoAPresident . For his final term he'll be supported by our VPs Dr Fiona Donald & Prof William Harrop-Griffiths. Congratulations to the three successful candidates 🎉👏 ➡️

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

5 years

Very pleased to discuss @RCoANews vision for perioperative care with PM’s health adviser, Dr James Kent, yesterday. Latest from @NELANews & @PQIPNews shaped a positive meeting about opportunities to improve patient care before, during and after surgery

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Congratulations Ravi - so well deserved! @RCoANews and our specialty will be in safe hands and go from strength to strength under your leadership 👏👏👏👏 @RPMahajan

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

6 years

Professor Ravi Mahajan has been elected President of the Royal College of Anaesthetists in succession to Dr Liam Brennan. Congratulations Ravi! More information:

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

5 years

I am honoured to be re-elected for a 2nd year as President. I look forward to working with both Mike & Fiona over the next year as Vice-Presidents. I would also like to thank outgoing Vice-Presidents Dr Janice Fazackerley & Dr Simon Fletcher for their support of my presidency.

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

5 years

Following the 2019-2020 @RCoANews elections the College is pleased to announce Professor Ravi Mahajan has been re-elected College President for a 2nd year. Dr Fiona Donald & Professor @mike_grocott have both been elected Vice-Presidents

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

8 years

Current rota gaps simply not sustainable- doctors are tired, disillusioned & stressed trying to fill the shortfall.

Hospital doctors ‘miss signs of illness’ because of chronic staff shortages

Survey reveals widespread concern that widening gaps in rotas are risking patient safety and leave ‘pressurised’ medics in tears

www.theguardian.com

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Happy Christmas to all #NHS staff incl. @RCoANews fellows & members. While some will be fortunate enough to share festivities with family & friends, many will be working, caring for those at greatest need in the best tradition of our specialty - thanks to everyone on duty today

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

Amazing response by anaesthetists & all healthcare staff across 8 hospitals to the #ManchesterAttack last night - so proud of our #NHS

Guardian Healthcare

@GdnHealthcare

7 years

*News* 'Absolute heroes': praise for medics treating Manchester victims #NHS #ManchesterAttack

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

3 years

Today is my last @RCoANews Council meeting as your President. It will be my pleasure to admit Dr Fiona Donald as President & Professor William Harrop-Griffiths & Dr Russell Perkins as Vice Presidents. It has been an honour to represent you. Thank you.

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

BBC News - Immigration rules to be relaxed for non-EU doctors and nurses Let’s hope these reports are correct and that common sense on tier 2 visas has prevailed -success for @RCoANews and other medical royal colleges who have lobbied govt hard

NHS groups welcome immigration change for doctors and nurses

It follows warnings a cap on non-EU doctors and nurses made it hard to fill vacancies in the NHS.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

3 years

I am delighted to announce the names of two worthy recipients of Macintosh Professorships for their outstanding contributions to academic anaesthesia & research Congratulations @veenith_tonny & @BrendanAMcGrath , thoroughly well deserved 🥇🎉

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

4 years

Developing updated #PPE guidance without accompanying evidence puts #NHS staff, their patients & families at greater risk of contracting #COVID19 .

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

The capacity issues highlighted by #hospital is not fiction - it is the daily reality for so many of us working in today's beleaguered NHS

Dr Helgi

@doctorhelgi

7 years

Klaxon: #Hospital on BBC2. We had the cameras in our institution in November filming how things are on the ground.

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

5 years

Thank you for bringing this to my notice. I see that the document is from year 2005. I know that the guidance is currently being revised. I will ensure that the issue raised is fully addressed.

Kiara Vincent

@KiaraVin1

5 years

Shockingly outdated and discriminatory guidance from @RCoANews @RCoAPresident

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

What a tremendous advert for the future of our specialty -confirms what we've always known! @RCoANews @AAGBI @NationalCareers

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

7 years

Being an Anaesthetist is ranked top in recommended 'best jobs' to 13-19yr olds by @NationalCareers . We agree! @successatschool @AAGBI

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

4 years

Expecting healthcare workers to instantly bounce back after the first #COVID19 surge is unrealistic at best, harmful at worst – this pandemic has taken its toll. Backed by your views, we are pushing for more resources, facilities & staff to ensure patient safety going forward.

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

4 years

🔎 View from the #COVID19 frontline of anaesthesia Based on the views you have shared with us, we are calling for greater government investment in resources, facilities & staff needed now to deliver safe & effective patient care during the pandemic:

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

5 years

. @RCoANews & @TheBMA are calling for all NHS healthcare staff to have access to high-quality rest facilities to help improve welfare & morale. This will also aid the provision of safe & sustainable patient care.

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Good to meet the courageous @KateJH1970 today at @RCoANews to discuss what can be done to help prevent suicide amongst anaesthetists and all healthcare professionals @AAGBI @gmcuk @ClareGerada

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Honoured to have led @RCoANews tribute to our former President J-P van Besouw at today’s service - such a loss to anaesthesia & wider healthcare. Goodbye & rest well my friend

St George's anaesthetic department 🌈

@StGgas

6 years

Memorial service for our beloved colleague JP in St George's today.

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Key findings from the baseline survey of #NAP6 launched today. Annual UK anaesthetic workload 3.1 million cases !!! Such an enormous contribution by anaesthetists to the care of patients in our #NHS @RCoANews @AAGBI

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

3 years

The impact of #COVID19 on anaesthetists & their training is of growing concern. I understand the stress this may be causing. @RCoANews is developing guidance on the reallocation of anaesthetists in training & aims to publish this next week.

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

3 years

I would like to personally apologise to all FRCA final written candidates who have been impacted by today’s mail merge incident. Importantly, the result you received was correct. All candidates have been provided a route to access College support - please do get in touch.

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

3 years

FRCA final written exam pass candidates We apologise for a mail merge issue today which shared pass letters with fellow pass candidates. Could candidates check inboxes for an urgent email from the College & follow instructions. We sincerely apologise for any concern caused.

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

Visiting the monument in Boston Common commemorating the first ether anaesthetic in 1846 #ANES17 @ASALifeline @RCoANews

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Thanks to everyone for your retweets and kind messages - I am truly touched. Signing off now from @RCoAPresident but I will continue to tweet from @drgas51 . Now it’s time to welcome our new President - all the best for the next 3 years to @RPMahajan - @RCoANews is in safe hands

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

4 years

As a consultant anaesthetist I see examples every day of how clinical & non-clinical staff of all grades work incredibly hard during these challenging times to care for their patients. Without doubt the greatest asset the #NHS has, is its staff. So happy #NHSBirthday & #ThankYou

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

4 years

We're incredibly proud to work within the #NHS & to join today's #NHSBirthday celebrations 🥳 #ThankYou to #OurNHSPeople working tirelessly across the UK - this couldn't be done without you! Happy Birthday from @RCoAPresident & the entire College #ThankYouNHS #ThankYouTogether

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

Moving piece from @traumagasdoc -huge respect & pride from @RCoANews for the skill & humanity of all involved in responding to this tragedy

The BMJ

@bmj_latest

7 years

"I'm a better doctor for allowing myself to stop, reflect &grieve" @traumagasdoc on treating patients from #Grenfell

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

4 years

I'm pleased to share this joint statement outlining our stance on racism, discrimination & diversity in healthcare. It's a first step to start an open conversation with our #BAME members & staff & formalises our commitment to make continuous improvements:

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

While we welcome Theresa May's statement today on developing a sustainable long term plan for the NHS backed by a multi-yr funding settlement we await the details. The plan must be produced following consultation with healthcare professionals & include substantial new investment

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@RCoAPresident

3 years

"It could be simple things like looking after each other, getting to know the early signs of mental & physical illness, taking breaks & allowing people to take annual leave." I speak in the @bmj_latest on adjusting the pace of recovery to help staff.

Covid-19: Healthcare staff must be given time to recuperate from pandemic, say leaders

The NHS must have a realistic and steady approach to resuming services disrupted by the pandemic that explicitly recognises the need for staff to recover, NHS leaders have said. In a letter to the...

www.bmj.com

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

2 years

I've had the honour of welcoming our newest @RCoANews Council members today. Elisa, Toni, Satya, Mike, Andrew, Sarah, Sunil & Rashmi, I, on behalf of the entire RCoA Council & staff, look forward to hearing your views & implementing your ideas to help represent all members.

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

5 years

On this, my first Diplomates Day as @RCoAPresident , I am delighted to welcome the next generation of Fellows of the College & our associated Faculties – congratulations to you all. Your & our future looks very bright indeed #RCoADips

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Great that @MattHancock is committed to improving morale & well-being for all NHS staff - let’s make a start by improving rest facilities for all #NHS shift workers to #Fightfatigue @AAGBI @DrMikeFarquhar

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

6 years

Read @RCoAPresident 's letter in @thetimesas he addresses @MattHancock 's drive to better understand poor morale & bullying in the NHS

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

Great tribute to the professionalism of all anaesthetists that such high patient satisfaction is achieved in these difficult times

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

7 years

Largest study of its kind in the UK surveying >15k patients finds 99% were satisfied with their #anaesthetic care:

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

The inspirational ST5 anaesthetist and elite athlete @drjen_w talks about her perspectives on disability at #CTLeeds2018 . There are only 1.7% of doctors with a disability - are we really giving equality of access to medical careers?

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

4 years

Productive discussions at Number 10 on opportunities presented by #PerioperativeCare for population health with @mrwilliamwarr

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

Thank you to all of our members and fellows for your work over 2016 and I wish you a very Happy Christmas. Thanks to @EoinKr for the cartoon

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

I hope everyone is having a good first day in #anaesthesia training or rotating to a new hospital - @RCoANews is hear to support you every step of the way

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

United approach to tackle problem of fatigue from @RCoANews @AAGBI -a major issue for all healthcare shift workers

Half of junior doctors having accidents or near misses after night shifts

Sleep deprivation among trainee doctors and anaesthetists is causing accidents or near misses on way home, report says

www.theguardian.com

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

Good luck & best wishes to anaesthesia trainees rotating or starting in the specialty today- @RCoANews is here for you every step of the way

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

So proud to congratulate my own trainees - Grace Nisbet and Mark Vivian from ⁦ @CUH_NHS ⁩ on passing ⁦ @RCoANews ⁩ Final FRCA this evening

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the terrible events in Westminster this afternoon and all those caring for them @RCoANews

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

2 years

I am honoured to have been re-appointed unopposed as President of the Royal College of Anaesthetists – working with members and fellows to achieve the best health outcomes through standards, support and evidence-based care. Fiona

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

3 years

I am pleased to see the announcement from @HEIW_NHS supporting a 30% expansion in higher training posts in Wales for August 2021. I applaud the commitment to create additional places for anaesthetists not successful in the current ST3 recruitment round.

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Pleased to have hosted @Jeremy_Hunt at @RCoANews last night – good to discuss topics relating to #anaesthesia as well as challenges facing the medical profession & wider health & social care

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Happy St Patrick’s Day to all our Irish fellows & members ! I’m proud of my Irish roots and have this embroidery on display in my office @RCoANews - 100 thousand welcomes to everyone! ☘️☘️☘️

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

8 years

A warm welcome & good luck to everyone commencing anaesthesia training this week - @RCoANews is here to support you every step of the way

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

Another heartbreaking episode #hospital showing huge pressures on our NHS.Well done team anaesthesia-at the heart of patient care as always

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

We have lost a tremendous friend, colleague and leader of our specialty and of UK healthcare - JP we will miss you

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

7 years

It is with great sadness that @RCoANews announces the passing of our immediate past President J-P van Besouw

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

On my way to Glasgow for #GATASM18 . I can’t think of a better way to celebrate #NHS70 day than with our brilliant colleagues in training - the future of #anaesthesia and our NHS @AAGBI @RCoANews @AAGBI_GAT

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....and where it all began. Fulfilling a life-long ambition to visit the Ether Dome @MassGeneralNews #ANES17 @ASALifeline @RCoANews

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

Great seeing two such inspirational leaders of @RCoANews and @FICMNews honoured in this way #WomenInMedicine @AnnaBatchelor @rmoonesinghe

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

7 years

Leading #WomenInMedicine Exhibition featuring @AnnaBatchelor @rmoonesinghe launched today @RCPLondon @RCPmuseum

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

3 years

Since the CRQ exam issues this week, I’ve met with College reps, @WHarropG , @jonobruun & staff. All options focus on a solution in the best interests of candidates. I will provide an update w/c 20 September. We can & will do better. My 15 Sept statement:

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

I have been deeply touched by all your kind messages - it means a lot to be held in high regard by such great colleagues @CUH_NHS @RCoANews @AoMRC

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@RCoAPresident

7 years

Congratulations @JeromeAdamsMD from UK @RCoANews on being confirmed as US Surgeon General-first anaesthesiologist appointed to this position

ASA®

@ASALifeline

7 years

CONFIRMED! The U.S. Senate voted to confirm @JeromeAdamsMD as @Surgeon_General . Congratulations Dr. Adams!

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@RCoAPresident

4 years

I am deeply saddened by the deaths of people from COVID-19, and will be observing a minute's silence tomorrow at 11am in respect of NHS and care staff who have lost their lives in the coronavirus pandemic.

The RCN

@theRCN

4 years

We're urging the country to observe a minute’s silence on Tuesday to remember all the health, care and other key workers who have lost their lives to #coronavirus . Please help us spread the word. 👉 #IWMD20 #NeverForgotten

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

5 years

The Centre for Perioperative Care is a significant step forward for hundreds of thousands of healthcare professionals across multiple specialties. We believe that through the integration of services, & embracing shared-decision making, #CPOC can become a world leader

Centre for Perioperative Care

@CPOC_News

5 years

Today marks the launch of the Centre for Perioperative Care – a partnership between @RCoANews , other Medical Royal Colleges & @AAGBI . #CPOC will foster effective perioperative care initiatives across the health & social care landscape. Follow @CPOC_News

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

Our thoughts are with all those affected by the horrific events in Manchester last night and those caring for them

BBC Breaking News

@BBCBreaking

7 years

Children among the 22 killed in Manchester Arena attack, @gmpolice chief constable Ian Hopkins says

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

More horrific scenes in London. Our thoughts with all affected. We salute our brave & dedicated colleagues in all the emergency services

Anna Batchelor

@AnnaBatchelor

7 years

Once again public services step up to the plate. Thank you to everyone you worked hard last night @FICMNews @RCoANews @RCollEM

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

3 years

Congratulations Fiona- great news for the College and our specialty.

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

3 years

. @RCoANews is delighted to announce that Dr Fiona Donald has been elected (unopposed) as the College’s next President. As President-elect, Fiona will take up office in September 2021. Congratulations Fiona! #TeamAnaesthesia

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

4 years

Congratulations to all those anaesthetists & intensivists recognised in today's Queen's Birthday Honours. Your courage, leadership & dedication to your profession is exemplary - you should be incredibly proud of your awards. #QueensBirthdayHonours

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

4 years

We're delighted to see that the outstanding work of our anaesthetic & intensive care colleagues, especially in the management of #COVID19 , has been recognised in today's #QueensBirthdayHonours . Congratulations to all those awarded 👏:

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

5 years

It's been wonderful to be able to give @TomGrinyer a true @RCoANews send off this afternoon - thanks for the last four years of service, commitment & leadership - from everyone at the College we wish you all the very best 🎉

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

I have written to the Prime Minister along with other Royal College Presidents & healthcare leaders seeking her assurance that WTR will continue to safeguard patients and all NHS staff post-Brexit #fatigue #Wellbeing #PatientSafety

Royal College of Anaesthetists

@RCoANews

6 years

The Royal College of Anaesthetists & other Medical Royal Colleges have called on the Government to ensure working time regulations are safeguarded after #Brexit

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

6 years

Well done to @Vhairi_Mcatear , an intercalated BSc student from Edinburgh, winner of the undergraduate prize for best presentation at the @BJAJournals Research Forum! Looking forward to welcoming you into #anaesthesia training in a few years time!

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

4 years

Season's greetings to all @RCoANews fellows & members & #NHS staff. While some will be fortunate enough to share festivities with family & friends, many will be working, caring for those at greatest need in the best tradition of our specialty - thanks to everyone on duty today

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

5 years

I was pleased to welcome @imehmood2015 to the College today to discuss Anaesthesia Associates & ways of strengthening our work with this important group of healthcare providers - much was discussed & we look forward to sharing more about our discussions in the coming months

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

4 years

I’m grateful for the support our Royal Patron HRH Princess Anne continues to show to @RCoANews & the specialty of anaesthesia. Her latest message to anaesthetists across the UK & globally is very welcome & appreciated during these challenging times. @RoyalFamily #COVID19

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

4 years

One week ago @RCoANews @FICMNews @ICS_updates & @AAGBI launched our joint #COVID19 guidance & information hub: 19 sets of COVID-19 clinical guidance & information 96K+ global visitors 188K+ page views An invaluable resource in the global #COVID fight

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

2 years

My sincere thanks to everyone who stood for @RCoANews Council & all who voted. Many congratulations to our newest Council members. Council & I look forward to working with you all to advance the work we are doing on behalf of our growing membership.👏🏽👏🏽

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Dr Fiona Donald

@RCoAPresident

7 years

Shocked & saddened to hear of the tragic death of anaesthetic StR Jasjot Singhota - deepest condolences to her friends, family & colleagues

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