Welcome to BABS
The British Association of Black Surgeons is the UK’s largest body of Black surgical professionals. We aim to foster long-term excellence for surgeons, students and patients through an active programme of shared learning, community and advocacy. Our goal is to help build a more diverse, inclusive leadership across the UK’s surgical landscape that better serves its patients whilst offering equity of opportunity for all.
Core Values
Learn more about our goals, what we believe and how we plan to drive forward improvements in equality, diversity and inclusion across the surgical field.
Services
There are many ways in which we plan to support your surgical career, whatever stage you’re at. From mentorship to training, professional support, research, events and more.
Events
From seminars to socials, conferences, training and meets, our year-round itinerary will have something for everyone.
Join Us
Join our community of surgical consultants, trainees, students and retirees today. Enjoy access to national events, training, mentoring and research. Find additional tools and resources to support you at every stage of your career whilst delivering the very best patient care.
Latest News
Join the BABS team
We are excited to announce that the BABS team is expanding. We are recruiting for a number of volunteer positions,...
Read MoreBlack Women in Surgery – Webinar
In celebration of Women’s History Month in March, BABS will host a Zoom series to raise awareness of Black women...
Read MoreBABS Inaugural Conference 2022 – Official Photos
Thank you to everyone that attended the BABS Inaugural Conference, which took place on November 15th at The View, RCS...
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