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About the College overview

The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS), formed in 1927, is a non-profit organisation training surgeons and maintaining surgical standards in Australia and New Zealand. The College's purpose is to be the unifying force for surgery in Australia and New Zealand, with FRACS standing for excellence in surgical care. Please take a moment to view our Values.
 

Our Values

The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons' values are the strong beliefs of our organisation. They describe the way in which our Fellows, Trainees and staff behave, interact and work together and determine the culture of the College. Our values are held in high regard by everyone within the organisation.
 

• Service and Professionalism
  - performing to and upholding high standards
   
• Integrity
  - upholding professional values
   
• Respect and Compassion
  - being sympathetic and empathetic
   
• Commitment and Diligence
  - being dedicated, doing one's best to deliver
   
• Collaboration and Teamwork
  - working together to achieve the best outcome

Contact Us

College of Surgeons' Gardens
250-290 Spring Street, East Melbourne VIC 3002, Australia

Office: +61 (0)3 9249 1200 | Fax: +61 (0)3 9249 1219 | Email: college.sec@surgeons.org