Tapentadol use for pain management in St Luke’s General Hospital Emergency Department Pain is one of the most prevalent presenting complaints to the emergency department (ED). Effective pain management remains an important responsibility of emergency physicians; however, significant va... 7 May 2026 European Medical Specialist Review
Assessment of Diabetic Retinopathy Screening, Problems & Possible Solutions Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a leading cause of preventable blindness among adults with diabetes. Since the establishment of the Irish National Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Programme in 2013, screen... 1 May 2026 European Medical Specialist Review
New UEMS Section of Hematology The Council has adopted the creation of the Section of Hematology which will Allow all hematologists across Europe to be recognised under the same definition, Provide a formal platform for hematologis... 30 Apr 2026 UEMS News
A Hidden Opponent: Should Athletes Need Pneumococcal Protection Invasive pneumococcal disease is a preventable threat. Yet elite athletes remain off the radar for vaccination despite being a risk group 1. This can be due to underlying co-morbidities or the nature ... 24 Apr 2026 European Medical Specialist Review
Workforce, Workload and Well-being: A Perspective from Junior Doctors on the Future of Postgraduate Medical Training in Europe Across Europe, postgraduate medical training is undergoing profound transformation due to workforce shortages, evolving competencies, and increasing healthcare demand. From the perspective of junior p... 16 Apr 2026 European Medical Specialist Review
Joint Position Statement on Post-certification competencies and cardiovascular care delivery The UEMS is pleased to share the most recent joint position statement 📃 developed by the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) and the UEMS Specialist Cardiology Section on post-certification competenc... 23 Mar 2026 UEMS Publications & Releases
10th NASCE Scientific Meeting 2026 The NASCE Scientific meeting 2026 is dedicated to education, training, innovation and collaboration in surgery. Hosted by MiDT LapaRo (formerly NSALK) at St. Olavs Hospital , this meeting brings toget... 19 Mar 2026 UEMS News
UEMS Congress - Draft Programme Released The Union Européenne des Médecins Spécialistes (UEMS) is pleased to share the draft programme of the upcoming UEMS Congress, providing participants with an initial look at the planned scientific sessi... 19 Dec 2025 UEMS News
Statement on recognising the medical profession as an arduous occupation As a signatory of the EMOS statement, UEMS, together with FEMS, AEMH, CEOM, EJD, UEMO underlines the urgent need to recognise the medical profession as an arduous occupation. The realities of medical ... 19 Dec 2025 UEMS Publications & Releases
UEMS European Board of Anaesthesiology Statement for WHO World Patient Safety Day The UEMS European Board of Anaesthesiology (EBA) is pleased to support World Patient Safety Day 2025 , taking place on 17 September under the theme “Safe care for every newborn and every child.” Paedi... 17 Sept 2025 UEMS Publications & Releases
Renewal of agreement with Organización Médica Colegial and the Spanish Ministry of Health The UEMS is proud to have renewed the cooperation agreement with the Ministry of Health of Spain, and the Spanish Medical Association (OMC) to promote and harmonise the training and accreditation of S... 2 Sept 2025 UEMS News
UEMS Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine Section and Board’s position on artificial intelligence The UEMS PRM Section and Board have published a position statement addressing the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine. This comprehensive docume... 13 Aug 2025 UEMS Publications & Releases