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Scottish Society of Physicians 68th Annual Meeting

Organised by the Scottish Society of Physicians
Dates17–18 Sept 2026
LocationInverness, United Kingdom
Trainee£145
Two-day Scottish general medicine annual meeting in Inverness with plenary clinical updates, poster viewing, scientific and quality improvement presentations, and a society dinner.
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Reviewed byDr Robert BaxterDr Robert Baxter· Junior Clinical Fellow, Acute Medical Unit· Updated 12 Jul 2026
At a glance
NetworkingTwo in-person days include exhibition time, poster viewing, a drinks…View detail

Two in-person days include exhibition time, poster viewing, a drinks reception and a society dinner.

Research ValueThe programme includes poster viewing, scientific/QI presentations and presentation of…View detail

The programme includes poster viewing, scientific/QI presentations and presentation of awards, giving useful portfolio evidence.

Trainee RelevanceFoundation doctors and resident doctors have explicit fee tiers, and…View detail

Foundation doctors and resident doctors have explicit fee tiers, and the programme includes trainee-authored case, scientific and QI presentations.

ProgrammeSchedule and session highlights
11:00
Plenary
Why not to retire up a Glen: practical advice on ageing in rural areas
Dr Martin Wilson
11:30
Clinical update
Hospital at Home
Dr Claire Steel
14:50
Plenary
Realistic Medicine: Critical Connectionskeynote
Professor Sir Gregor Smith
16:55
Named lecture
Fitzgerald Peel Lecture: Reducing Mortality in Chronic Kidney Diseasekeynote
Professor Patrick Mark
SpeakersKeynotes and featured experts
Keynote
PS
Professor Sir Gregor Smith
Scottish Government
Realistic Medicine: Critical Connections
Keynote
PP
Professor Patrick Mark
University of Glasgow
Reducing Mortality in Chronic Kidney Disease
DC
Dr Claire Steel
NHS Lanarkshire / UK Hospital at Home Society
Hospital at Home
DW
Dr Wendy Beadles
NHS Highland
Pyrexia of Unknown Origin
AbstractsCategories and submission guidance
What You Can Submit
oralposterquality improvement presentation
Categories & Recommended Topics
General medicine
Clinical updates
Scientific presentations
Quality improvement presentations
Costs & registrationTrainee tickets £145
CategoryPrice
Standard (consultant)£320
Trainee£145
Medical student£115
Conference timeline1 key date
17 Sept 2026
Conference begins
Venue & travelThe Kingsmill Hotel · Inverness
By CarFree guest car parking is available at the hotel.
By TrainLess than a 10-minute taxi ride from Inverness train station.
AccommodationThe event page points delegates to Booking.com and Inverness city-centre accommodation options.
Venue DetailsThe Kingsmill Hotel, Inverness.
Nearest AirportInverness Airport is around 20 minutes away.
MedicMess tips3 practical tips

MedicMess Tips

  • Book dinner separately after selecting attendance if attending the society dinner.
  • Check abstract information early because the page confirms a current call but does not show a deadline.
  • Complete the feedback survey by 14 September 2026 to receive a CPD certificate.
Complete guideFull MedicMess editorial briefing

The Scottish Society of Physicians 68th Annual Meeting is a two-day in-person meeting for general physicians, trainees, SAS doctors, AHPs and medical students with an interest in general medicine and its subspecialties. The programme combines practical clinical updates with research and quality-improvement presentations. Day 1 includes hospital at home, functional disorders, realistic medicine, workforce pressure, green medicine and the Fitzgerald Peel Lecture on reducing mortality in chronic kidney disease. Day 2 includes pyrexia of unknown origin, hypertensive emergencies, pulmonary embolus and a dedicated scientific/QI presentation session with poster viewing and prize awards. The page confirms a current call for abstracts but does not show a submission deadline; the visible programme includes oral scientific/QI presentations and poster viewing. Fees are shown in GBP with member and non-member rates: non-member consultant/GP both-days £320, resident doctor/SAS/AHP £240, foundation doctor £145 and medical student £115; one-day options and a £60 society dinner ticket are also available. CPD certificates are available after completing feedback. The Kingsmill Hotel is under 10 minutes by taxi from Inverness station, around 20 minutes from Inverness Airport, and has free guest parking.

Frequently asked
When is Scottish Society of Physicians 68th Annual Meeting?
Scottish Society of Physicians 68th Annual Meeting takes place 17–18 Sept 2026 in The Kingsmill Hotel, Inverness.
Where is Scottish Society of Physicians 68th Annual Meeting held?
Scottish Society of Physicians 68th Annual Meeting is held at The Kingsmill Hotel, Inverness, United Kingdom.
How much does Scottish Society of Physicians 68th Annual Meeting cost?
Registration is £145 for trainees, £320 standard.
Is Scottish Society of Physicians 68th Annual Meeting CPD accredited?
Yes — Scottish Society of Physicians 68th Annual Meeting is CPD accredited.
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