Our 54,000 members are the College – working for you and with you is at the heart of everything we do. 

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Dr Carter Singh

"I was honoured to be part of a recent #TeamGP Perspectives podcast on GP wellbeing in which we reflected on our own experiences and used them to help explain how we have managed to turn negative experiences into positive ones. We also discussed how sharing our own lived experiences can not only be cathartic but also a source of inspiration to others who may be struggling. We need to hope for the best and prepare for the worst. If we fail to prepare, we need to prepare to fail. It has never been more important to look after ourselves and our colleagues, and band together as a profession."

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Dr Holly Hardy

"For the last six years I have been a nationally elected member of the RCGP Council – a position I had never considered until I had the experience of being a partner in a failing practice. This led me to want to try to make a difference for other GPs and I was surprised and honoured to be elected. I have embraced the opportunity to speak for front-line GPs particularly on issues around workload and workforce. I have also had the privilege to be involved with the RCGP patient and carers partnership group, benefitting from the wisdom of the group both within and outside the college. I do believe that we can create opportunities for serendipitous events to evolve – just get out there, connect, collaborate, and light a spark."

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Dr Munro Stewart

“Connecting with my local Faculty as a trainee provided me with a network of supportive colleagues with their own interests, experiences and a shared common passion for providing the highest quality of general practice. My interest in the intersection between the environment and health inequalities is increasingly integrated into college work, and I have enjoyed robust but respectful debates with frontline colleagues since becoming UK Council rep for East Scotland. There is much work to do to improve conditions for GPs, but the commitment of my colleagues gives me hope. I have no doubt general practice would be in a far worse state were it not for RCGP work. I hope you find the College a place where you find support and have your voice heard like I have.”

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Dr Gareth Patterson

"My first interaction with the College was as a specialty trainee and in my early years as a locum, when I started attending their events. If I’m really honest, I didn’t consider the relevance of RCGPNI prior to getting a bit more involved. It’s only in the past few years I’ve realised how supportive they are of their members and how important a role they have to play through their educational events, helpful advice, and political engagement. More recently I have been working with the college to explain what Conversion Therapy is and the issues that exist around it."

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Dr Molly Dineen

"This year I have taken part in the RCGP Shaping the Future leadership programme. This has been a fantastic opportunity to develop my leadership skills via online modules and small group discussions. I have also had the chance to hear from some inspiring primary care leaders and to interact with colleagues at all stages of their careers who are also interested in primary care leadership. I am now really excited to apply what I have learnt in this programme to my current leadership roles, and to further explore the variety of roles that are available during my GP training and beyond. I hope that I can continue to build upon and apply what I have learnt and be a successful leader."

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Dr Thuva Amuthalingam

"As an advocate for my colleagues during training, I continue to represent GPs both on the Midland Faculty Board and as a member of the BMA regional council. As a GP with special interests in dermatology, minor surgery, and aesthetics, I see the value portfolio careers offer for recruitment and retention. As the First5 network facilitator for my training hub, I encourage and empower my colleagues with their career aspirations. As an associate non-executive Director for our local acute trust, I am now working to address health inequities locally."

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Dr Jude Hayward

“I have been working as Joint Clinical Rep at the RCGP since 2018. The most rewarding aspect of the role is attending committees and boards for national workstreams and programmes, which gives a fantastic insight into strategic direction and opportunity to learn and work with colleagues from many and varied settings. It is a privilege to be able to represent the primary care perspective and support primary care colleagues through influencing direction of the above.” 

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Dr Simon Tobin

"Being a volunteer Ambassador for Health and Wellbeing at parkrun for 4 years has been transformational for me, my staff, and my patients. My involvement with parkrun has enabled me to meet so many wonderful people in my community. I’ve encouraged over 100 of my patients to come down to my local parkrun in Southport and I’ve seen lives transformed – hypertension controlled, mental health improved, confidence and self-esteem grown, simply by coming along to parkrun. I’ve made great friends and bumping into patients has helped me appreciate them as people, set in context rather than simply as 'patients'."

Why RCGP?

We are the professional home for GPs, led by GPs, maintaining the highest standards in patient care. Together we:

As you move through your working life, we’re here to help build on your achievements, grow your career and develop your leadership skills. Our award-winning courses, learning hubs and Essential Knowledge Updates keep you updated with the latest clinical developments.

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Joining the RCGP gives you the opportunity to connect with 54,000 members who have similar needs and interests. This network can provide support and advice wherever you are in your career and wherever you're located. 

Be part of our strong collective voice of over 54,000 GPs to help us lobby governments, influence change and find solutions to challenges and opportunities you face in general practice. We ask our members for input to direct and drive our conversation. 

  • Our awards recognise the excellence, efforts and contributions that have been made across general practice
  • Demonstrate and recognise your achievement and contribution to general practice with RCGP Fellowship
  • Celebrate becoming a qualified practitioner and member of the College at a New Members' Ceremony
  • Share knowledge, best practice and benefit from diversity of ideas and experience
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Latest news

04 October 2024

GPs want to care for their patients, not fill in forms, says College Chair

RCGP Chair Professor Kamila Hawthorne has welcomed Health Secretary Wes Streeting's announcement to cut GP bureaucracy in his keynote address to RCGP annual conference this morning.

03 October 2024

'There is no NHS without GPs - you deserve better', RCGP Chair tells annual conference

Professor Kamila Hawthorne, Chair of the Royal College of GPs, has today given her plenary address to over 2,000 GPs and healthcare professionals at the start of the RCGP annual conference 2024 in Liverpool.

03 October 2024

GPs in deprived areas responsible for almost 2,500 patients per head

New research finds GPs in deprived areas are responsible for caring for 2,450 patients per head – considerably more than in affluent areas of the country.

02 October 2024

College writes to NHS Director on GP jobs shortage funding

RCGP Chair has written to NHS England Director for Primary and Community Services asking for reassurance on the future of ‘lifeline’ funding for GPs.

Join us for Managing addictions in primary care

In partnership with Addictions Professionals, join us in Manchester on Thursday 16 and Friday 17 January 2025. This conference will bring together the largest group of GPs, shared care workers, nurses and other primary care specialists, commissioners and researchers focused on managing addictions in primary care. Early bird rates are available until 14 November 2024.

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Upcoming events

07 October 2024

Minor Surgery Skills | Entry Level (includes DOPS) - London

This two day beginners course is a mixture of theoretical and practical sessions and is intended for all GPs who wish to carry out Minor Surgery in their practices. It also includes the Direct Observations of Procedural Skills (DOPS) Assessment.

08 October 2024

The RCGP 1-day SCA preparation course

This open to all one-day training course aims to improve your consultation skills and as a result pass your SCA. The course offers interactive sessions with experienced trainers and examiners.

08 October 2024

Effective out of hours training | part 4 sepsis, mental health and challenging situations

This is a virtual course comprising 4, two-hour webinars providing an overview of some of the key knowledge and skills required to undertake out of hours work effectively.

08 October 2024

RCGP Wales - Death Certification and what the changes mean in Wales

Death Certification Reforms. A closer look and a practical discussion around what the changes mean for clinicians, working alongside the Medical Examiner Service, Coroner and Bereavement Officers.