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New guidance demands robust training and governance as robotic surgery rolls out across NHS hospitals

9 December 2025 | technology, clinical practice, NHS, surgery, education

The Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS England) has issued new guidance urging NHS Trusts to strengthen training and tighten governance for surgeons performing robotic procedures, amid growing use of the technology in operating theatres. The recommendations come as...

CHEC launches dermatology services

4 September 2025 | dermatology, ophthalmology, private practice, clinic

Leading community healthcare provider CHEC has expanded its service offering and will now deliver dermatology diagnostics and treatment across the UK. CHEC will provide a range of dermatology services – including treatment for common skin conditions such as acne and...

Part four: Aye, Aye. AI?

9 April 2025 | | AI, clinical guidelines, good practice, technology, artificial intelligence, oncology, melanoma, cosmetic, aesthetic surgery

“Formal clinical guidelines would provide a structured, evidence-based approach to managing patients who have undergone melanoma treatment and are considering elective surgery. This would enhance patient safety, standardise care, and support informed decision-making. Given the increasing prevalence of melanoma and...

Part three: Aye, Aye. AI?

26 March 2025 | | AI, clinical guidelines, good practice, oncology, melanoma, cosmetic, aesthetic surgery

I wonder whether we should use the term 'augmented intelligence' rather than 'artificial intelligence'. I say this because at this moment in our evolution, artificial intelligence (AI) always begins with human intelligence. In this blog, I want to examine how...