The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) is pleased to announce travelling awards to final year medical students and doctors identifying as Māori with an interest in surgery, to attend the RACS Annual Scientific Congress (ASC) in Brisbane  in  May 2016.

The Awards aim to provide those considering a career in surgery with the opportunity to:

• Participate in the educational program of the College at its Annual Scientific Congress
• Network with Fellows and meet influential healthcare professionals in the surgical profession
• Gain an understanding of the activities of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
• Discuss career path issues for Maori medical professionals.

Up to 3 awards may be offered, depending on the availability of funding and the quality of applications.

For more information please see attached flyer.