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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
A simple call can make a significant difference. When a loved one is in surgery, the wait for news can be one of the most anxious parts of the perioperative journey. #CallThem
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
#WorldPatientSafetyDay2026 - This year's theme is Safe Care for Non-Communicable Diseases. We know that many surgical patients are living with long-term conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, respiratory disease and cancer. Safe care for long-term conditions includes safe surgical care.
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Today, marks the inaugural World Prehabilitation Day. Prehabilitation can improve recovery, reduce complications and help patients achieve better outcomes. Read the Prehabilitation for people with cancer guidelines www.macmillan.org.uk/dfsmedia/1a6... #WorldPrehabDay #Prehabilitation #CPOC
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
It was wonderful to hear from CPOC's outgoing fellow, @alexisted.bsky.social, as he reflected on his experience with CPOC at yesterday’s CR&I Fellows Meeting.We thank Alex for his dedication, enthusiasm &significant contribution he has made to CPOC over the past year. #PerioperativeCare #Fellowship
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
What is Perioperative Care? Hear directly from Professor Denny Levett, Director of CPOC, as she explains what perioperative care is. 🎥 Watch the video below to learn more. #PerioperativeCare #PatientCentredCare #Surgery #Healthcare #MultidisciplinaryTeam #CPOC #PatientOutcomes #NHSLeadership
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
CPOC is delighted to congratulate former Deputy Directors, @scarlettmcnally.bsky.social and @jkdhesi.bsky.social, on being awarded Honorary Fellowships of the @rcoanews.bsky.social (RCoA) at the Diplomates Ceremony on Friday 4 September - cpoc.org.uk/former-cpoc-...
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
The July CPOC Newsletter has landed! Check your inbox to catch up on the latest resources, guidance and developments from across the perioperative community. Read it here - us11.campaign-archive.com?u=126276b72d... #CPOC #PerioperativeCare #PerioperativeMedicine
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Stopping smoking is the best thing anyone can do for their health & to reduce the risk of a bad result after surgery - www.cpoc.org.uk/guidelines-a... #SmokingCessation #QuitSmoking #PerioperativeCare #PerioperativeMedicine #Surgery #PatientSafety #BetterRecovery #Prehabilitation
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Obesity Health Alliance @oha-updates.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Today, the Health and Social Care Committee published a powerful report calling for a new, bold approach to address England’s decades-long problem of diet-related ill health, which costs the country tens of billions of pounds every year. committees.parliament.uk/work/9239/fo...
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‘Stand up to food industry’ after decades of failure to tackle obesity epidemic, MPs tell government - Committees - UK Parliament
The Health and Social Care Committee calls for a new, bold approach to tackle England’s decades-long obesity epidemic that is costing the country tens of billions a year.
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Join the CPOC Newsletter mailing list! Our newsletter brings together the latest developments, best practice updates and ways to get involved with the perioperative community. Join our mailing list today and make sure you never miss an update: cpoc.org.uk/get-involved...
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Join our Mailing List to keep up to date on the latest developments from CPOC
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
First came ‘Fitter Better Sooner’ for adult universal prehabilitation … and next came ‘Ready Steady Recover’ for children and young people as part of making every contact count - cpoc.org.uk/ready-steady...
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Professor Denny Levett spoke at EBPOM Global World Congress, sharing the future of CPOC - Thank you to everyone who attended and joined in the conversation.
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
New Blog from Dr Amy Norrington - Dr Norrington talks about the new best practice guidance for Children and Young People undergoing surgery and child-centred care. Read the full blog - cpoc.org.uk/new-best-pra...
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
CPOC NEEDS YOU - Become a Perioperative Local Lead and help shape the future of perioperative care. Find out more and share with your colleagues - cpoc.org.uk/get-involved...
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
@topmedtalk.bsky.social Podcast explores how UK perioperative medicine policy is translated into practice through national, regional, and local NHS structures, highlighting core requirements for effective perioperative care - Listen now - cpoc.org.uk/topmed-talks...
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Professor Frank Smith Confirmed as Incoming Chair of the CPOC Board from July 2026 - CPOC thanks Professor Derek Alderson for his time as CPOC Board Chair and welcomes Professor Frank Smith to CPOC - www.cpoc.org.uk/professor-fr...
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Professor Frank Smith Confirmed as Incoming Chair of the CPOC Board from July 2026
The Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) is pleased to announce that Professor Frank Smith has been confirmed as the incoming Chair of the CPOC Board.
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
@cpoc.bsky.social and @apagbi.org.uk today launch a new guidance to improve preoperative care for children and young people - setting a clear national standard for the delivery of safe, high-quality care before surgery or procedures. Download the guidance - www.cpoc.org.uk/guidelines-r...
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
CPOC signs the London Declaration to advance global perioperative care; a landmark international commitment to improving patient outcomes through high-quality perioperative care. Find out more and sign up on the CPOC website -https://cpoc.org.uk/cpoc-signs-london-declaration
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
CPOC branding evolution begins this summer. Find out more on the CPOC website - cpoc.org.uk/cpoc-brandin...
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CPOC branding evolution begins this summer
From June 2026, members will begin to see a gradual evolution in the branding for the Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC).
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Congratulations to Dr Dave Selwyn & Laurence Mudford on receiving their @rcoanews.bsky.social College Medals for their contributions to CPOC.
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
We’re delighted to be at the RCoA Anaesthesia event today ✨ The CPOC team is looking forward to meeting you all and chatting about CPOC. Please come and find us! #CPOC #PerioperativeCare #Anaesthesia2026
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Help us shape the future of perioperative care! The National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care’s Delphi survey is underway, but we need more input from surgeons. Please share the survey with your surgical colleagues & networks, so every voice is heard. Take part 👉 ow.ly/WH5l50YOnuU
National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care survey
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Today Dr Claire Shannon, President of RCoA spoke with BBC Radio 4’s Today Programme on a joint report released today in the BJA, which found one in ten operations across England are cancelled or postponed within 24 hours of surgery. Find out more ow.ly/IviN50YOW7I
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Could you be our Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) next Board Chair? If you’re passionate about improving patient care and leading change, we want to hear from you! Learn more and apply by April 12👉 ow.ly/q7PW50Yp1AM #Ansky #Medsky
Join CPOC as Board Chair
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
There is still time to apply to be the next Chair of the Centre for Perioperative Care Board. ❗Closes: 12 April 2026. ➡️Start: July 2026 It is an opportunity for a senior clinical leader to shape the future direction of perioperative care in the UK. More info 👉 shorturl.at/sxiMW
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
📣Recruitment for our next Chair of the Centre for Perioperative Care Board closes on the 12 April 2026. It is an opportunity for a senior clinical leader to shape the future direction of perioperative care in the UK. ❓Interviews: 19 May 2026 ➡️Start: July 2026 More info 👉 shorturl.at/sxiMW
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
8 weeks until Anaesthesia 2026! Over 1,000 clinicians attend our annual conference to stay at the forefront of anaesthetic practice, connect with colleagues, and gain actionable insights for their work in theatre. Discover more and secure your place 👉 ow.ly/PNcn50YyMEq #Ansky #Medsky
RCoA's national conference, Anaesthesia 2026
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
📣Recruitment for our next Chair of the Centre for Perioperative Care Board closes on the 12 April 2026. It is an opportunity for a senior clinical leader to shape the future direction of perioperative care in the UK. ❓Interviews: 19 May 2026 ➡️Start: July 2026 More info 👉 shorturl.at/sxiMW
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AgeAnaesthesia @ageanaesthesia.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
💡Speaker Spotlight💡 Prof Iain Moppett will be joining us in Cork, next week! Register now to catch his talk! 🔗https://emdevents.eventsair.com/aaa-igs-joint-meeting-2026/aaaigsreg @cpoc.bsky.social @gerisoc.bsky.social @asgbi.bsky.social
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Could you be the next Board Chair for @cpoc.bsky.social? If you’re passionate about improving patient care and leading change, we want to hear from you! Learn more and apply by April 12👉 ow.ly/q7PW50Yp1AM #Ansky #Medsky
Join CPOC as Board Chair
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TopMedTalk @topmedtalk.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
At the @rcoanews.bsky.social @cpoc.bsky.social Perioperative Leads Day in London, James White, Simon Rang & Denny Levett discuss how UK perioperative medicine policy is implemented through evolving NHS structures. www.topmedtalk.com/podcasts/per...
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AgeAnaesthesia @ageanaesthesia.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
⏳ 1 week to go⌛️ One week to go to AAA Scientific Meeting in association with the IGS! A fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and explore the latest developments in anaesthesia and perioperative care. Register now! @cpoc.bsky.social @gerisoc.bsky.social @asgbi.bsky.social
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Listen to the latest @topmedtalk.bsky.social podcast recorded at the @cpoc.bsky.social Perioperative Leads Event in September 2025. James White, Simon Rang & Denny Levett discuss how UK perioperative medicine policy is implemented through evolving NHS structures. Listen👉 shorturl.at/Lt4JP
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Association for Perioperative Practice @afpp.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Missed the first Big Perioperative Natter? Don’t miss this one. 📅 Wed 25 March | ⏰ 7-8pm 💬 Live, one-to-one conversations with perioperative peers ✅ Free & open to all No recording. No replay. If you’re not there, you miss it. 👉 Sign up now: app.natter.co/my-events/de...
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Earlier this month we published our Manifesto: Unlocking NHS Productivity in Scotland. With nearly 600,000 on waiting lists, early screening, shared decision making, prehab and better discharge planning can cut cancellations and improve outcomes. 🔗 Read: shorturl.at/KgZfT
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CPOC Manifesto: Unlocking NHS Productivity in Scotland
CPOC Manifesto: Unlocking NHS Productivity in Scotland 2026
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British Geriatrics Society @gerisoc.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Planning your trip to the 3rd World Falls Congress? Don't miss these key dates: 🔹Early bird deadline: 24 March 2026 🔹Deadline for booking accommodation with our official provider: 27 May 2026 🔹Conference: 24-26 June 2026 Find out more: buff.ly/U7VmH3T
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
We are recruiting for our next Chair of the Centre for Perioperative Care Board. 🗓️Closing: 12 April 2026 ❓Interviews: 19 May 2026 ➡️Start: 13 July 2026 More info🔗 shorturl.at/sxiMW
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Alex Isted @alexisted.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Read CPOC’s response to the 10 Year Health Plan and recommendations for for transforming the surgical pathway here: cpoc.org.uk/cpoc-publish...
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CPOC Publishes Recommendations to Help Deliver the Government’s 10 Year Health Plan
CPOC publishes recommendations to help deliver the Government’s 10 Year Health Plan
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
We have published our response to the Governments @england.nhs.uk 10 Year Health Plan. The report highlights how perioperative care can drive better outcomes, prevention and system efficiency. Read more 👉 shorturl.at/a4Hwu
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
🚭 Today is National No Smoking Day 🚭 According to the @who.int smoking cessation before surgery can reduce the risk of postop complications by up to 50%. View our resources to support your patients quit smoking before surgery: shorturl.at/ITnGK
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
The @rcoanews.bsky.social is recruiting for a new Chair of PatientsVoices@RCoA. The Chair will lead a group of volunteers and champion meaningful patient involvement across the work of the RCoA in anaesthesia, perioperative care, intensive care and pain medicine. Find out more➡️ shorturl.at/4v972
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Current vacancies
Please contact our team directly if you have any questions about the application process or any available roles.
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
A new study in @thelancet.com shows perioperative care reduces post-surgery deaths in high risk patients. Led by @qmul.bsky.social and funded by @nihr.bsky.social. Find out more➡️ shorturl.at/CXA4B
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Study shows perioperative care is key to reducing post-surgery death in high-risk patients
A new UK-wide research study has found high-risk patients account for nearly 80% of post-surgery deaths, highlighting the need for open conversations and more tailored care.
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Healthcare Quality Improvement Partnership (HQIP) @hqip.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
HQIP’s Medical Director, Professor Danny Keenan, shares his reflections on the recent release of the Government's #NationalCancerPlan and the opportunity it presents for improving care and outcomes with collaboration and data. Read in full👉: www.hqip.org.uk/national-can...
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
We are recruiting for our next Chair of the Centre for Perioperative Care Board. 🗓️Closing: 12 April 2026 ❓Interviews: 19 May 2026 ➡️Start: 13 July 2026 More info🔗 shorturl.at/sxiMW
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
❓What is ‘high-risk’ in elective general surgery? ➡️We want to hear your views on the ‘high-risk’ label and referral practices to ‘high-risk’ preoperative clinics. ➡️Closing 06 March 2026 ⏲️10 Minutes Access the survey here: shorturl.at/UKrcv
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Our Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) has launched its Scottish Manifesto to boost NHS Scotland productivity and cut waiting lists. Ahead of the May elections, CPOC offers an evidence-based plan to transform the surgical pathway. Find out more 👉 ow.ly/Qs1v50YnXhJ #Ansky #Medsky
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
We have published our Manifesto: Unlocking NHS Productivity in Scotland. With nearly 600,000 on waiting lists we outline evidence based actions to cut cancellations and improve outcomes through early screening, shared decision making, prehab and better discharge planning. 🔗 Read: shorturl.at/KgZfT
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
❓What is ‘high-risk’ in elective general surgery? ➡️We want to hear your views on the ‘high-risk’ label and referral practices to ‘high-risk’ preoperative clinics. ⏲️10 Minutes Access the survey here: shorturl.at/UKrcv
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
📣We are now recruiting for our next Chair of the CPOC Board. 🗓️Closing: 12 April 2026 ❓Interviews: 19 May 2026 ➡️Start: 13 July 2026 More info🔗 shorturl.at/sxiMW
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
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