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About this section
The History of Medicine Society’s purpose is to form a meeting ground for scholars, students and for all those who feel that the study of the history of medicine has a value in education.
History of Medicine Society: Norah Schuster Essay Prize
Congratulations to the winners of the Norah Schuster Essay Prize. Please click here to view the bios and abstracts of the 2020-2021 winners and highly commended, and the 2019-2020 winners.
The emergence of medicine and health care up to the present-day webinar series
This new venture on its first year is a fantastic opportunity to appreciate the historical development of
various specialties. It will be of interest to all medical and healthcare professionals as well as students, and hopefully will encourage participants to go on to further study medical history in more detail. Browse below to find out more and book your place.
Section Council members
Section meetings and conferences are usually organised by members of the Section Council, led by the Section President and often in collaboration with specialist societies.
Interested in joining the Section Council?
Section Councils play a pivotal role at the RSM and we are always looking for members who would like to get involved. If you would like to apply, please complete our application form and a Council representative will be in touch.
President Elect
Honorary Secretary
Honorary Treasurer
Upcoming history of medicine events
View all events and webinars being run by the History of Medicine Society.
Sarah Hughes Trust Lecture - 'Press freedom and personal privacy – a clash of rights?' Baroness Hale of Richmond, former President, UK Supreme Court
Join this year’s Sarah Hughes Trust Lecture. Lady Hale will lecture on 'Press freedom and personal privacy – a clash of rights?' Her lecture will develop the argument that while there is a precious ri...
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The anatomist’s cloak
This event delves into modern explorations of anatomical knowledge, and blends the artistry of wax imagery, historical book illustrations, and the evolution of anatomical education. It aims to honour ...
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Norah Schuster prize and Conversazione with skull base surgery Master Surgeon Madjid Samii
The Norah Schuster Prize is an annual event where medical students showcase their work in history of medicine projects and engage in Conversazione with Skull Base Surgery Master Surgeon Madjid Samii. ...
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The history of genetics and antibody engineering
Join us for an illuminating evening exploring the historical advancements that have shaped medical genetics and antibody therapeutics. This event will delve into key milestones, from the foundational ...
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Student prizes & awards
History of Medicine Society
History of Medicine Society: Norah Schuster essay prize 2025
Deadline: Sunday 1 December 2024
Open to: Pre-clinical, clinical medical and dental students. Please note that you must be a medical or dental undergraduate to be eligible to submit for this prize.
Prize: £200 Amazon voucher and a year's membership of the RSM
Trainee prizes & awards
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Become a member today and get discounted rates on our education programme.
Fellow
For working doctors and consultants (FY1 to ST8), retired doctors, and those holding senior management positions in medicine or healthcare.
Associate
For scientists and other professionals with a proven interest (or role) in the healthcare sector, but who do not hold a medical qualification.
Student
For those studying medicine, dentistry or another healthcare-related subject, who are on their way to becoming a qualified medical or healthcare professional.