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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement

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RCoA-CR&I oversees all Royal College of Anaethetists research projects, including: NAP's, SNAP's, NELA and PQIP. Vision is to improve patient care, health and outcomes through research.

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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
We are pleased to announce the key metrics that will be measured as part of the National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care (NCAPC). Following extensive review and input from a broad range of stakeholders, we have selected metrics that reflect the full perioperative pathway. @rcoanews.bsky.social
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
NAP8 update 🙌 The baseline surveys are done! The activity survey is done! We're 3 months into the NAP8 case registry, and almost 90 cases have been logged. Remember to discuss any potential complications below with your local co-ordinator. Learn more 👉 ow.ly/xURr50ZBRP3 #Medsky
NAP8 update
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Join us at our annual Anaesthesia Research Meeting taking place in Southampton this November 🙌 It's a great opportunity to connect with peers, discover new research & earn 10 CPD credits. Open to researchers, clinicians, and trainees. Book your spot 👉 ow.ly/sSJX50ZaweZ #Ansky #Medsky
Anaesthesia Research Meeting
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Announcement 🙌 Dr Kanayo Dike-Oduah Situ has been appointed as the Chair of PatientsVoices@RCoA. She brings a wealth of education, research and patient advocacy into the voluntary role 🙌 Read more on our website 👉 ow.ly/sfZn50ZwE9C #AnSky #MedSky
Dr Kanayo Dike-Oduah Situ new Chair of PatientsVoices@RCoA
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
NAP8 isn’t just for regional anaesthesia specialists 🙂‍↔️ Our eighth National Audit Project is relevant to every anaesthetist, with a focus on improving patient safety across the UK and Ireland. Learn why NAP8 matters to you and your practice. 🔗 ow.ly/TFmW50ZuBsr #Ansky #Medsky
Summer Bulletin, guest editorial about NAP8
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Patients still wait too long for emergency laparotomy surgery. Clinicians tell us that imaging requesting contributes to delays and frustration. RCoA and THIS Institute have collaborated on recommendations to guide the development of local pathways. @rcoanews.bsky.social @thisinstitute.cam.ac.uk
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
There is still time to register for this great event focusing on patient experience after emergency laparotomy. 📅Wednesday, 15th July at noon Registration details below. @rcoanews.bsky.social
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
Join the NELA team on 15th July for a powerful webinar exploring the patient experience of emergency laparotomy and what clinicians can learn from it in practice. Learn more and register here: www.nela.org.uk/news/patient...
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: NELA Patient Experience Webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: NELA Patient Experience Webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
There is still time to apply to be a mentee or mentor for the 2026/27 Quality Network Career Development Programme! Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to develop leadership skills & engage in national level projects 🙌 🕐Closing date: Monday 6th July 2026
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Save the date and join us at our annual Anaesthesia Research Meeting taking place in Southampton 🙌 A great opportunity to connect with peers, discover new research, and earn 10 CPD credits. Open to researchers, clinicians, and trainees. Book your spot 👉 ow.ly/sSJX50ZaweZ #Ansky #Medsky
Anaesthesia Research Meeting
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
Congratulations to members of RCoA and FICM recognised in the King's Birthday Honours! 💫 🔹Professor Iain Moppett, OBE 🔹Professor Stephen Brett, MBE. 🔹Dr Carl Waldmann, MBE. 🔹Dr Arun Gupta, MBE. 🔹Dr Michael McBrien, MBE. 🔹Dr Katie Misselbrook, BEM. 👉 ow.ly/XMtB50ZbpU8
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
The NAP8 activity survey is open 8 - 29 June Please log any elective or emergency cases involving gen. anaesthesia, regional anaesthesia, sedation or monitored anaesthesia care performed or supervised by an anaesthetist. Find out more from your local coordinator: ow.ly/8Khx50Z7WzR
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
eFONA registry is live! If there's been a eFONA case since 30/03/26 and your Hosp is on the list of approved sites on our website, speak to your local Airway Lead. For more information about the eFONA registry, visit our website.
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
The Case Registry for NAP8 launches today! #NAP8 will study major complications of regional anaesthesia (peripheral nerve and central neuraxial blocks) as well as perioperative spinal cord and peripheral nerve injury. Find out more 👉 ow.ly/8GkJ50Z12n9
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
#PQIP Congratulations to all the shortlisted poster presenters at #anaesthesia26 today. @rcoanews.bsky.social @niaaresearch.bsky.social
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
#PQIP Congratulations to all the shortlisted poster presenters at #anaesthesia26 today. @rcoanews.bsky.social @niaaresearch.bsky.social
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
#NELA+ founder and previous lead and chair Dr Dave Murray being presented with the @rcoanews.bsky.social College Medal. Congratulations!
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
We've published the first National NoLap Report. It represents the first audit for patients who meet the criteria for an emergency laparotomy, but do not undergo surgery. It highlights the complexity of decision-making and opportunities for improvement. Read more 👉 ow.ly/K9aZ50YZqPE
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
#NELA+ NoLap report has been published! #anaesthesia26: www.nela.org.uk/annual-repor...
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Annual Reports | NELA+ — National Emergency Laparotomy Audit (NELA)
NELA+ published reports including annual reports, the organisational report and the COVID-19 audit.
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
#NELA+ NoLap report has been published! Dr Ee-Neng Loh NELA Fellow presenting on the findings at #anaesthesia26. It highlights complexity of decision-making for patients who do not undergo emergency laparotomy: www.nela.org.uk/annual-repor... @rcoanews.bsky.social @niaaresearch.bsky.social
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
The National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care (NCAPC) is coming to your hospital soon – Clinical Co-Leads Malcolm West and Tim Baker providing an update at #anaesthesia26. Get more info on the website: www.rcoa.ac.uk/research/res...
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
The National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care (NCAPC) is coming to your hospital soon – Clinical Co-Leads Malcolm West and Tim Baker providing an update at #anaesthesia26. Get more info on the website: www.rcoa.ac.uk/research/res...
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National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care (NCAPC)
A new national clinical audit aiming to reduce unwarranted variation in the perioperative pathway, leading to improvements in patient experience and outcomes.
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
THANK YOU to all those who contribute to any of the @rcoa-cri.bsky.social workstreams. Coming on Monday 18th May is #NAP8 data collection! @rcoanews.bsky.social @niaaresearch.bsky.social
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
The #anaesthesia26 @rcoa-cri.bsky.social session is now live. @iainmoppett.bsky.social providing an overview of our work including the launch of #NAP8 data collection on Monday 18 May – More info click QR Code @rcoanews.bsky.social @niaaresearch.bsky.social
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
@rcoa-cri.bsky.social session at #anaesthesia26 being kicked off by Joyce Yeung RCoA-CR&I Director.
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Welcome to our 3rd and final day of #Anaesthesia2026! We started with an organised beach clean🌊 Today's programme begins with a keynote on compassionate leadership from Dr Simon Frazer, with sessions from RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement & Advances in Anaesthesia later on.
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Day 3 of #anaesthesia26 in Brighton. Check out our stand and get all the info on #NELA #NAP8 #NCAPC. THE @rcoa-cri.bsky.social session is on at 11:20am today. @rcoanews.bsky.social @niaaresearch.bsky.social
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Day 2 of #anaesthesia26 in Brighton. Come over to the @rcoa-cri.bsky.social stand and scan some QR Codes to get all the Research info. @rcoanews.bsky.social @niaaresearch.bsky.social
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Our brilliant NAP8 fellows are here at ##RAUK26! Come and see us if you have any NAP8 questions. @rcoanews.bsky.social @ra-uk.org @ajrmacfarlane.bsky.social
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
The NELA Team will be conducting a webinar on 24th June to review the results from our first report of the NoLap cohort. Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
The NAP8 team are here at #RAUK26 to answer your questions on all things NAP8. Come and say hi! @rcoanews.bsky.social
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
The National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care (NCAPC) Delphi survey is now open until 30 April! 👉 Surgeons — we need you! @asgbi.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social Please find survey here: shusls.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... and more info here: www.rcoa.ac.uk/research/res...
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Qualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management
The most powerful, simple and trusted way to gather experience data. Start your journey to experience management and try a free account today.
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
⏰ Reminder! Round 1 of the National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care (NCAPC) Delphi survey closes tomorrow. 👉 Surgeons — we need you @asgbi.bsky.social @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social. Please find link to survey here: shusls.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
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Qualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management
The most powerful, simple and trusted way to gather experience data. Start your journey to experience management and try a free account today.
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
With the #NAP8 case registry launch fast approaching, there is still time to fill out your individual baseline survey - if you haven't done your yet it only takes 10 minutes of your day and you will join more than 9500 colleagues who have contributed to #NAP8 so far!
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Iain Moppett OBE @iainmoppett.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Our latest SNAP3 paper is out: What impact does #delirium have on outcomes after surgery in older people? www.bjanaesthesia.org/article/S000... #WDAD #AnSky #SurgSky #GeriSky #SurgSky @rcoa-cri.bsky.social @bjajournals.bsky.social @uniofnottingham.bsky.social 1/n…🧵
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Postoperative outcomes in older patients with postoperative delirium in the UK: SNAP-3, a snapshot observational study
Delirium occurs in about 6% of older surgical patients and more frequently in those who are older or frail or undergo urgent surgery. It is associated with adverse postoperative outcomes. However, it ...
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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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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Have you registered for our first PQIP webinar of 2026? With over 65,000 patients now recruited, we will explore how PQIP data can be used to support meaningful local quality improvement. We are also excited to showcase a new national project! Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Graphic promoting a PQIP webinar on 3 March 2026, 1–2pm. The session covers using PQIP data for quality improvement and introduces the new National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care. Speakers include Dr James Bedford, Dr Duncan Wagstaff and Professor Malcolm West, chaired by Professor Ramani Moonesinghe. Illustration of a computer screen with video‑call icons and a red ‘Register here’ button
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Interested in leading your own clinical research project? Seeking training and mentoring from senior investigators? We're recruiting new members to join the @rcoa-cri.bsky.social Research Leaders Scheme! More information on how to apply here: www.rcoa.ac.uk/research-lea...
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Research Leaders Scheme
Research Leaders Scheme
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Another #NAP8 milestone: we have received over 8500 individual baseline surveys and 250 departmental surveys. Encourage all your colleagues to take part and contribute to #NAP8!
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Over 7500 anaesthetists and physician assistants in anaesthesia have filled out their #NAP8 baseline surveys. If you provide anaesthetic service cover, even if you don't do any regional anaesthesia, we still want to hear from you!
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Join the NELA team on 25th February at 2pm for a webinar delivered by an expert team from the @gerisoc.bsky.social to discuss frailty, delirium and advance care planning in the context of EmLap and NoLap patients. Register here. us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: NELA/BGS Webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: NELA/BGS Webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
#NAP8 Milestone alert: we have received over 200 departmental surveys and 6500 individual baseline surveys! Please encourage your colleagues to fill out their surveys and be a part of #NAP8! Check in with your local coordinator for details: www.rcoa.ac.uk/research/res... @rcoanews.bsky.social
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
Over 5500 responses have been submitted for the #NAP8 Individual Baseline Survey along with over 150 departmental surveys! Thank you to all who have contributed so far. Follow the footsteps of thousands of your colleagues and fill out your survey today!
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Iain Moppett OBE @iainmoppett.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Fantastic to see @angelineprice.bsky.social recognised as a rising star in research. #Frailty @rcoa-cri.bsky.social @rcoanews.bsky.social
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
Help shape best practice! We’re launching a survey on key principles for timely CT scans in acute abdomen pathways. If you work in ED, radiology, or surgery, share your feedback (5–10 mins): tinyurl.com/pbef365b @rcem-2.bsky.social @rcradiologists.bsky.social @asgbi.bsky.social
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Share your views on proposed principles for timely CT scanning in acute abdomen pathways
This survey gives you the chance to offer feedback on key principles underlying a timely CT scan. This is part of a wider project aiming to improve the time it takes for a patient to receive an emerge...
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
Happy New Year from #NAP8! We've had over 4500 responses to our baseline survey and over 100 departmental surveys! We're looking forward to the NAP8 case registry launch in early 2026, but in the mean time, don't forget to submit your surveys--your opinion and practice matters!
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
Another #NAP8 milestone! Over 2500 anaesthetists and physician assistants in anaesthesia have now taken part in the NAP8 Individual Baseline Survey - please take 10-20 minutes to fill out yours and help us make #NAP8 count!
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Happy Tuesday! If you have not completed your #NAP8 individual baseline survey yet, check your inbox and join the more than 1000 anaesthetists in UK and Ireland that have already submitted theirs.
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RCoA Centre for Research & Improvement @rcoa-cri.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
The 8th National Audit Project is officially underway, with the baseline surveys being released this week. Thank you to the more than 500 anaesthetists who have already filled out their individual survey. Encourage everyone else to fill out theirs and contribute to #NAP8!
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