Sarah Thornton
@drmumsjt.bsky.social
Mum of 3, Consultant Critical Care and Anaesthesia at Royal Bolton Hospital. Member of RCOA College Council since 2022 Education, training, positivity and DEI are my thing.
What a great day feel very privileged to be able to participate @rcoanews.bsky.social diplomates day. Amazing to see all the candidates from NW
September 6, 2025 at 11:33 AM
What a great day feel very privileged to be able to participate @rcoanews.bsky.social diplomates day. Amazing to see all the candidates from NW
You can shape the future of our specialty by filling this in so we can advocate for more training places and increase our numbers of autonomous practicing Anaesthetists to help reduce waiting lists and support our NHS
#knowledgeispower #nhswins
#knowledgeispower #nhswins
📣Help shape the future of your College!
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☑️Our membership survey is your unique chance to let us know what you need from the College
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June 11, 2025 at 4:18 PM
You can shape the future of our specialty by filling this in so we can advocate for more training places and increase our numbers of autonomous practicing Anaesthetists to help reduce waiting lists and support our NHS
#knowledgeispower #nhswins
#knowledgeispower #nhswins
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📣Help shape the future of your College!
☑️Our membership survey is your unique chance to let us know what you need from the College
☑️Your feedback will shape how we support you throughout your career.
☑️Search your inbox for an email from email@boxsurveys.net to take part.
☑️Our membership survey is your unique chance to let us know what you need from the College
☑️Your feedback will shape how we support you throughout your career.
☑️Search your inbox for an email from email@boxsurveys.net to take part.
June 11, 2025 at 10:43 AM
📣Help shape the future of your College!
☑️Our membership survey is your unique chance to let us know what you need from the College
☑️Your feedback will shape how we support you throughout your career.
☑️Search your inbox for an email from email@boxsurveys.net to take part.
☑️Our membership survey is your unique chance to let us know what you need from the College
☑️Your feedback will shape how we support you throughout your career.
☑️Search your inbox for an email from email@boxsurveys.net to take part.
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We are pleased to announce that Dr Sarah Thornton @drmumsjt.bsky.social has been elected as a Vice-President of the College.
Dr Thornton has served on Council since 2022 and is a consultant anaesthetist at Bolton Hospital Foundation Trust.
Read more about Sarah 👉https://ow.ly/sBxH50W39b5
Dr Thornton has served on Council since 2022 and is a consultant anaesthetist at Bolton Hospital Foundation Trust.
Read more about Sarah 👉https://ow.ly/sBxH50W39b5
June 3, 2025 at 8:53 AM
We are pleased to announce that Dr Sarah Thornton @drmumsjt.bsky.social has been elected as a Vice-President of the College.
Dr Thornton has served on Council since 2022 and is a consultant anaesthetist at Bolton Hospital Foundation Trust.
Read more about Sarah 👉https://ow.ly/sBxH50W39b5
Dr Thornton has served on Council since 2022 and is a consultant anaesthetist at Bolton Hospital Foundation Trust.
Read more about Sarah 👉https://ow.ly/sBxH50W39b5
@mylifemychoice.bsky.social Shaun Picken and Paula Kennedy teach us about Oliver McGowan training.
Life expectancy with a learning disability massively reduced and 50% avoidable. A horrifying statistic and we all need to work to correct this inequity in care @rcoanews.bsky.social #Anaesthesia2925
Life expectancy with a learning disability massively reduced and 50% avoidable. A horrifying statistic and we all need to work to correct this inequity in care @rcoanews.bsky.social #Anaesthesia2925
May 22, 2025 at 9:05 AM
@mylifemychoice.bsky.social Shaun Picken and Paula Kennedy teach us about Oliver McGowan training.
Life expectancy with a learning disability massively reduced and 50% avoidable. A horrifying statistic and we all need to work to correct this inequity in care @rcoanews.bsky.social #Anaesthesia2925
Life expectancy with a learning disability massively reduced and 50% avoidable. A horrifying statistic and we all need to work to correct this inequity in care @rcoanews.bsky.social #Anaesthesia2925
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“There is no such thing as a non-training doctor”.
Dr Emma Wain wonderfully summed up who SAS doctors are and why they’re so important at our SAS Doctors Reception.
@ecewain.bsky.social
Dr Emma Wain wonderfully summed up who SAS doctors are and why they’re so important at our SAS Doctors Reception.
@ecewain.bsky.social
May 21, 2025 at 6:14 PM
“There is no such thing as a non-training doctor”.
Dr Emma Wain wonderfully summed up who SAS doctors are and why they’re so important at our SAS Doctors Reception.
@ecewain.bsky.social
Dr Emma Wain wonderfully summed up who SAS doctors are and why they’re so important at our SAS Doctors Reception.
@ecewain.bsky.social
Gail Van Norman talks about conscientious objection in medicine #Anaesthesia2025 @rcoanews.bsky.social the difficulties of unpicking the ethics of objections. You must ensure the patient gets the care you won’t provide
May 22, 2025 at 8:23 AM
Gail Van Norman talks about conscientious objection in medicine #Anaesthesia2025 @rcoanews.bsky.social the difficulties of unpicking the ethics of objections. You must ensure the patient gets the care you won’t provide
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New SAS resource from our friends at @rcoanews.bsky.social!
Progression to working autonomously and progression to a Specialist contract to recognise that autonomy should go hand in hand.
This document further supports progression for SAS anaesthetists. Bravo!
#SASsix
rcoa.ac.uk/training-car...
Progression to working autonomously and progression to a Specialist contract to recognise that autonomy should go hand in hand.
This document further supports progression for SAS anaesthetists. Bravo!
#SASsix
rcoa.ac.uk/training-car...
Autonomy for SAS doctors and guidance on progression
Autonomy for SAS doctors and guidance on progression from specialty grade to specialist
rcoa.ac.uk
May 21, 2025 at 8:47 AM
New SAS resource from our friends at @rcoanews.bsky.social!
Progression to working autonomously and progression to a Specialist contract to recognise that autonomy should go hand in hand.
This document further supports progression for SAS anaesthetists. Bravo!
#SASsix
rcoa.ac.uk/training-car...
Progression to working autonomously and progression to a Specialist contract to recognise that autonomy should go hand in hand.
This document further supports progression for SAS anaesthetists. Bravo!
#SASsix
rcoa.ac.uk/training-car...
@philipbarclay.bsky.social pre-filled syringes are the future for our specialty, millions of pound saved in litigation for medication errors. #Anaesthesia2025 @rcoanews.bsky.social
May 21, 2025 at 11:15 AM
@philipbarclay.bsky.social pre-filled syringes are the future for our specialty, millions of pound saved in litigation for medication errors. #Anaesthesia2025 @rcoanews.bsky.social
@claire-frank.bsky.social tells us how we can empower patient to engage in their perioperative care from exercise preop to eating drinking and mobilising post op. @cpoc.bsky.social @scarlettmcnally.bsky.social #Anaesthesia2025
May 21, 2025 at 9:43 AM
@claire-frank.bsky.social tells us how we can empower patient to engage in their perioperative care from exercise preop to eating drinking and mobilising post op. @cpoc.bsky.social @scarlettmcnally.bsky.social #Anaesthesia2025
@scarlettmcnally.bsky.social talked about sip til send shows the power of hydration @rcoanews.bsky.social #Anaesthesia2025 @cpoc.bsky.social
170mls an hour till send everyone should be doing this.
170mls an hour till send everyone should be doing this.
May 21, 2025 at 9:21 AM
@scarlettmcnally.bsky.social talked about sip til send shows the power of hydration @rcoanews.bsky.social #Anaesthesia2025 @cpoc.bsky.social
170mls an hour till send everyone should be doing this.
170mls an hour till send everyone should be doing this.
Dr David Saunders tells us the impact of NELA >1000 saved per year due to its impact.
#Anaesthesia2025 @rcoanews.bsky.social but more could be saved if pathway to theatre cut to recommended 6 hours 10% currently meet that standard.
#Anaesthesia2025 @rcoanews.bsky.social but more could be saved if pathway to theatre cut to recommended 6 hours 10% currently meet that standard.
May 21, 2025 at 8:53 AM
Dr David Saunders tells us the impact of NELA >1000 saved per year due to its impact.
#Anaesthesia2025 @rcoanews.bsky.social but more could be saved if pathway to theatre cut to recommended 6 hours 10% currently meet that standard.
#Anaesthesia2025 @rcoanews.bsky.social but more could be saved if pathway to theatre cut to recommended 6 hours 10% currently meet that standard.
@GJvanVelze tells us @rcoanews.bsky.social how to improve our performance in the NHS #Anaesthesia2025 open your minds to new solutions barriers are new opportunities, the power of belonging.
May 21, 2025 at 8:16 AM
@GJvanVelze tells us @rcoanews.bsky.social how to improve our performance in the NHS #Anaesthesia2025 open your minds to new solutions barriers are new opportunities, the power of belonging.
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#SEAUK ASM is underway in Manchester!
We are delighted to have welcomed over 100 delegates from across the UK who have an interest in #education in #anaesthesia
#SEAUKASM @drmumsjt.bsky.social @rcoanews.bsky.social @assocanaes.bsky.social
We are delighted to have welcomed over 100 delegates from across the UK who have an interest in #education in #anaesthesia
#SEAUKASM @drmumsjt.bsky.social @rcoanews.bsky.social @assocanaes.bsky.social
April 28, 2025 at 8:56 AM
#SEAUK ASM is underway in Manchester!
We are delighted to have welcomed over 100 delegates from across the UK who have an interest in #education in #anaesthesia
#SEAUKASM @drmumsjt.bsky.social @rcoanews.bsky.social @assocanaes.bsky.social
We are delighted to have welcomed over 100 delegates from across the UK who have an interest in #education in #anaesthesia
#SEAUKASM @drmumsjt.bsky.social @rcoanews.bsky.social @assocanaes.bsky.social
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An interesting piece in the Spring Bulletin by Dr Ruth Bennet and Dr Eimear McClenaghan on their experiences of finding out they were dyslexic as adults.
They found Anaesthesia to be a perfect fit as the specialty aligns with their strengths.
📖 ow.ly/B7QB50VxuRv
They found Anaesthesia to be a perfect fit as the specialty aligns with their strengths.
📖 ow.ly/B7QB50VxuRv
April 9, 2025 at 2:57 PM
An interesting piece in the Spring Bulletin by Dr Ruth Bennet and Dr Eimear McClenaghan on their experiences of finding out they were dyslexic as adults.
They found Anaesthesia to be a perfect fit as the specialty aligns with their strengths.
📖 ow.ly/B7QB50VxuRv
They found Anaesthesia to be a perfect fit as the specialty aligns with their strengths.
📖 ow.ly/B7QB50VxuRv
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In this Bulletin article, Exam Fellows Dr Hannah Bruce and Dr Mark Chen provide an update on the role they play in effecting changes to the College Primary and Final exams.
What is blueprinting and what does exam validity research work?
Find out more: ow.ly/prKF50VAY7v
What is blueprinting and what does exam validity research work?
Find out more: ow.ly/prKF50VAY7v
April 15, 2025 at 3:40 PM
In this Bulletin article, Exam Fellows Dr Hannah Bruce and Dr Mark Chen provide an update on the role they play in effecting changes to the College Primary and Final exams.
What is blueprinting and what does exam validity research work?
Find out more: ow.ly/prKF50VAY7v
What is blueprinting and what does exam validity research work?
Find out more: ow.ly/prKF50VAY7v
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'Diagnosing Death' is the latest #AnaesthesiaOnAir podcast.
Produced with @FICMNews, Dr Danny Bryden, Dr Dale Gardiner and Dr Ian Thomas discuss diagnosing death for the purposes or organ donation and recent changes to guidance issued by the @AoMRC.
🎧 ow.ly/NuPZ50VBBij
Produced with @FICMNews, Dr Danny Bryden, Dr Dale Gardiner and Dr Ian Thomas discuss diagnosing death for the purposes or organ donation and recent changes to guidance issued by the @AoMRC.
🎧 ow.ly/NuPZ50VBBij
April 16, 2025 at 1:59 PM
'Diagnosing Death' is the latest #AnaesthesiaOnAir podcast.
Produced with @FICMNews, Dr Danny Bryden, Dr Dale Gardiner and Dr Ian Thomas discuss diagnosing death for the purposes or organ donation and recent changes to guidance issued by the @AoMRC.
🎧 ow.ly/NuPZ50VBBij
Produced with @FICMNews, Dr Danny Bryden, Dr Dale Gardiner and Dr Ian Thomas discuss diagnosing death for the purposes or organ donation and recent changes to guidance issued by the @AoMRC.
🎧 ow.ly/NuPZ50VBBij
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⏱️The countdown to #Anaesthesia2025 is ON.
See you in beautiful Belfast on 20 May?
BOOK NOW for this unmissable three days. Hear from 60+ leading voices in a range of interactive sessions, gain 15 CPD points and network with your peers 👇
ow.ly/xHXp50VCbXI @visitbelfast.bsky.social
See you in beautiful Belfast on 20 May?
BOOK NOW for this unmissable three days. Hear from 60+ leading voices in a range of interactive sessions, gain 15 CPD points and network with your peers 👇
ow.ly/xHXp50VCbXI @visitbelfast.bsky.social
April 17, 2025 at 10:55 AM
⏱️The countdown to #Anaesthesia2025 is ON.
See you in beautiful Belfast on 20 May?
BOOK NOW for this unmissable three days. Hear from 60+ leading voices in a range of interactive sessions, gain 15 CPD points and network with your peers 👇
ow.ly/xHXp50VCbXI @visitbelfast.bsky.social
See you in beautiful Belfast on 20 May?
BOOK NOW for this unmissable three days. Hear from 60+ leading voices in a range of interactive sessions, gain 15 CPD points and network with your peers 👇
ow.ly/xHXp50VCbXI @visitbelfast.bsky.social
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📢Exam results are out.
The results of the Final #FRCA written exam taken in February have been sent by email.
Please check your inboxes (and junk folders).
The results of the Final #FRCA written exam taken in February have been sent by email.
Please check your inboxes (and junk folders).
April 17, 2025 at 12:16 PM
📢Exam results are out.
The results of the Final #FRCA written exam taken in February have been sent by email.
Please check your inboxes (and junk folders).
The results of the Final #FRCA written exam taken in February have been sent by email.
Please check your inboxes (and junk folders).
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NEW blog from SALG-BIDMC Safety Scholar Dr Hannah Kiziltug on her 'transformative' experience studying at @harvardmed.bsky.social & working at BIDMC.
Applications are open NOW for future leaders in perioperative quality and safety👇
ow.ly/8VHn50VCbW3
@assocanaes.bsky.social #SALGpatientsafety
Applications are open NOW for future leaders in perioperative quality and safety👇
ow.ly/8VHn50VCbW3
@assocanaes.bsky.social #SALGpatientsafety
April 17, 2025 at 1:17 PM
NEW blog from SALG-BIDMC Safety Scholar Dr Hannah Kiziltug on her 'transformative' experience studying at @harvardmed.bsky.social & working at BIDMC.
Applications are open NOW for future leaders in perioperative quality and safety👇
ow.ly/8VHn50VCbW3
@assocanaes.bsky.social #SALGpatientsafety
Applications are open NOW for future leaders in perioperative quality and safety👇
ow.ly/8VHn50VCbW3
@assocanaes.bsky.social #SALGpatientsafety
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Have you completed the 2025 Census?
We need to build an accurate picture of the anaesthetic workforce in the UK, so we can show politicians, policy makers and the public the immense value you bring to the NHS.
Reminders have gone out today, so a link will be in your inbox.
We need to build an accurate picture of the anaesthetic workforce in the UK, so we can show politicians, policy makers and the public the immense value you bring to the NHS.
Reminders have gone out today, so a link will be in your inbox.
April 22, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Have you completed the 2025 Census?
We need to build an accurate picture of the anaesthetic workforce in the UK, so we can show politicians, policy makers and the public the immense value you bring to the NHS.
Reminders have gone out today, so a link will be in your inbox.
We need to build an accurate picture of the anaesthetic workforce in the UK, so we can show politicians, policy makers and the public the immense value you bring to the NHS.
Reminders have gone out today, so a link will be in your inbox.
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As part of the Working Party on Sexual Misconduct in Surgery (WPSMS) we’re working to eradicate sexual misconduct in healthcare.
This new report from WPSMS & @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social outlines progress made and sets out critical next steps for sustained action.
📄 ow.ly/kvjq50VvvuA
This new report from WPSMS & @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social outlines progress made and sets out critical next steps for sustained action.
📄 ow.ly/kvjq50VvvuA
April 7, 2025 at 11:24 AM
As part of the Working Party on Sexual Misconduct in Surgery (WPSMS) we’re working to eradicate sexual misconduct in healthcare.
This new report from WPSMS & @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social outlines progress made and sets out critical next steps for sustained action.
📄 ow.ly/kvjq50VvvuA
This new report from WPSMS & @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social outlines progress made and sets out critical next steps for sustained action.
📄 ow.ly/kvjq50VvvuA
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Some anaesthetists now documenting ET Co2 x 7 on our anaesthetic charts to demonstrate following of guidelines
Tim Cook heads up the charge to change from no trace=wrong place to sustained exhaled carbon dioxide as per Puma Guidelines @rcoanews.bsky.social #airwayleads
March 29, 2025 at 6:54 AM
Some anaesthetists now documenting ET Co2 x 7 on our anaesthetic charts to demonstrate following of guidelines
Dr Imran Ahmad tells us how to set up a pre-op airway clinic
@dasresidents.bsky.social @rcoanews.bsky.social #airwayleads
@dasresidents.bsky.social @rcoanews.bsky.social #airwayleads
March 28, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Dr Imran Ahmad tells us how to set up a pre-op airway clinic
@dasresidents.bsky.social @rcoanews.bsky.social #airwayleads
@dasresidents.bsky.social @rcoanews.bsky.social #airwayleads
Tim Cook heads up the charge to change from no trace=wrong place to sustained exhaled carbon dioxide as per Puma Guidelines @rcoanews.bsky.social #airwayleads
March 28, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Tim Cook heads up the charge to change from no trace=wrong place to sustained exhaled carbon dioxide as per Puma Guidelines @rcoanews.bsky.social #airwayleads