7th Scottish SAS Conference, Thursday 2nd November 2023, Edinburgh
The SAS Development Programme's 7th Scottish SAS National Conference took place on Thursday 2 November 2023, 09:20-17:00, at the COSLA Conference Centre in Edinburgh. This free-to-attend conference featured a variety of expert speakers delivering presentations tailored especially to those in the Specialist, Associate Specialist and Specialty Doctor grades.
This was primarily offered as an in-person event, with the option for remote attendance via MS Teams. The majority of the learning sessions were recorded and have been added to our Previous webinars and additional resources webpage.
Click here to view the posters submitted for the conference, highlighting clinical improvements led by SAS doctors in Scotland - these will be on display at the conference and voted on by attendees on the day.
Topics covered in the conference included:
Upcoming national courses & workshops
Title |
Date |
Programme |
Register/ Express Interest |
Leadership and Management Programme (LaMP) workshop |
Monday 29th April 2024, 09:15-16:30 (online) - fully booked Tuesday 14th May 2024, 09:15-16:30 (online) - fully booked Tuesday 30th July 2024, 09:15-16:30 (online) |
This entry-level course has been designed NES to help and individuals develop personal and professional skills and behaviours which will contribute to their effectiveness as a clinician. |
Click here to view non-trainee LaMP dates and see guidance on booking. Places cost £100. The SAS Development Programme can reimburse this fee to eligible delegates who apply to us – please contact SASDevelopment@nes.scot.nhs.uk to enquire. |
Previous Webinars
Visit our Previous webinars and additional resources page to catch up on any session you may have missed.
Simulation training
If you would like further information on any course on the SAS training calendar, please contact SAS Development.
Organisation |
Centre |
Courses |
Express Interest |
Forth Valley Simulation Centre courses |
Forth Valley Royal Hospital |
Visit https://scschf.org/courses/ for course options |
Email us to let us know the course you're interested in and we will book on your behalf if approved |
The SAS Development Programme support a number of local events for education and networking, specifically for SAS within their regional health boards. Information will be provided through your regional Education Adviser. Currently scheduled local events are listed below.
Please note that as of February 2023, we unfortunately cannot offer catering at our in-person events, even where it was previously advertised. Apologies for any inconvenience.
Title |
Date / Location |
Programme |
Register/ Express Interest |
NHS GGC and Golden Jubilee SAS Educational Event (in-person) |
Friday 10th May 2024, 13:00-16:30, NHS Education for Scotland Office, 2 Central Quay, Glasgow |
Click here to view the programme | |
NHS Fife SAS Educational Event (hybrid - joinable in-person or online) |
Friday 17th May 2024, 12:00-16:30, Alberta Room, Education Centre, Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy and via MS Teams |
Click here to view the programme |
This page was last updated on: 01.05.2024 at 07.19