Queensland activities

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When: Saturday 28th March 2026 
Where: RACS QLD Office, Kangaroo Point  
Who: Fellows – practicing and retired 

Join us for a special morning tea event honoring Queensland’s rich surgical history and the generations who shaped it. Connect with colleagues (past and present) while learning about the upcoming Centenary Book, set for release in 2027, and plans for a permanent historical society. This is a unique opportunity to share stories, celebrate milestones and network with peers who have contributed to the profession’s proud heritage. 

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When: Tuesday 21st April 2026 
Where: Virtual 
Who: Fellows, Trainees and SIMGs 
This year’s theme, Artificial Intelligence, explores how AI is transforming surgical care: from improving decision making and patient outcomes to streamlining workflows. Gain a deeper understanding of AI, incorporating it into your day-to-day practice and overcoming the uncertainty that often surrounds new technology. Make AI less daunting and discover how it can become a valuable tool in your surgical toolkit. Hosted by Associate Professor Bhavesh Patel.

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When: Saturday 9th May 2026
Where: Mater Education Springfield  
Who: Trainees and Medical Students 

A short one-day clinic designed to support surgeons in the earlier stages of their career. This immersive event combines career guidance with hands-on surgical skills training, offering a unique opportunity to refine surgical techniques and gain fresh insights on the RACS Surgical Education and Training (SET) Program, Generic Surgical Sciences Exam (GSSE) and JDocs Framework.  

Registrations: University student reps will be contacted directly for team nominations 
When: Saturday 18th July 2026 
Where: RACS QLD Office, Kangaroo Point  
Who: Medical Students 

A friendly competition for university students to test their knowledge and skills. The event includes a written exam as well as 4 hands on skills stations where attendees are scored on their skills and also provided mentoring. Teams of medical students are sent from Bond University, Griffith University, James Cook University and University of Queensland to compete for individual titles as well as the coveted prize of Best Overall Team Performance.  

The day also provides opportunities for this upcoming generation to build relationships with Fellows and industry professionals who can offer support throughout their careers. 

Registrations: Available soon

When: Saturday 8th August 2026

Where: InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, Gold Coast

Who: Fellows, Trainees, SIMGs and Medical Students

The State Conference is a premier full-day event bringing together surgeons from across Queensland for a dynamic and forward thinking program. Step beyond competence and into mastery. Together, we’ll explore what it truly means to master your craft, from refining techniques to embracing creativity and innovation in surgical practice.  
We’ll also dive into the mindset of a master: the resilience, curiosity and strategic thinking needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. This event will empower you to elevate your expertise and redefine your role in shaping the future of surgery. 

Registrations: Abstract submissions will open in 2026, attendee tickets available soon 
When: Saturday 8th August 2026 
Where: InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, Gold Coast 
Who: Medical Students, Junior Doctors, Queensland Surgical Trainees across all specialties and PHO's in Surgical Departments 

The Queensland Research Papers Prizes will be held in conjunction with the QLD State Conference to celebrate research excellence amongst Queensland’s medical community. These presentations provide a platform for medical students, junior doctors and trainees to showcase their research and highlight the outstanding contributions Queenslanders make to medicine through diverse and innovative projects. Heats are conducted to select 6 finalists who will be judged by experienced Fellows on the quality of their research and presentation, ultimately awarding winners in the following categories: 

Neville Davis Papers Prize - $2,500 
RACS Papers Prize - $1,000 

2025 Queensland State Conference

The 2025 Queensland State Conference was held Saturday and Sunday 13-14 September 2025 at Rydges Southbank in Brisbane. Themed Shaping the future of medicine, the two-day event explored how technology, innovation and collaboration are transforming surgical care. Chaired by Dr Matthew Hope, the program featured keynote lectures from Professor Fiona Wood, Associate Professor Cliff Pollard and Professor Matthew Read, alongside panels and presentations on AI, robotics, consultation software, theatre design and workforce planning. Encouraged by these conversations, and the ability to earn CPD points for their attendance, everyone left the two days energised and looking forward to future events.

Proudly sponsored by

RACS Queensland would like to acknowledge and thank its sponsors for their ongoing support. This partnership with our State Committee ensures the ongoing success of our events.

Major sponsors

Walshs Financial Group, Prescribe Practice Management, Hillhouse Legal Partners