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The new senior SAS grade – the specialist grade – was introduced on 1 April 2021.
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Our SAS Leads

The College's SAS Leads are keen to support and establish ways to enable SAS and Locally Employed (LE) doctors to develop satisfying careers in their chosen fields. This includes both existing SAS doctors and those who are thinking about choosing an alternative path to established specialist training. Fellows and members are welcome to contact our SAS representatives: 

Dr Vaishali Parulekar, Clinical Radiology 

Dr Vaishali Parulekar is an Associate Specialist in Breast Radiology at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Vaishali can be reached at 

SAS Lead, Clinical Oncology 

Please contact Professional Networks Team at: [email protected]

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SAS Engagement Day 2024

In January 2024 we welcomed SAS and Locally Employed doctors to the College. The day included interactive discussions on support for IMGs, training opportunities available and professional development.

Watch highlights from the day below, and read our blog written by Dr Aleksandra Kuciejewska, RCR SAS Lead for Oncology and Dr Vaishali Parulekar, RCR SAS Lead for Radiology.

Recognising the value of our SAS colleagues

As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve and adapt to new challenges, so does the structure of our medical workforce.

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