Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh Hosts Medical Edinburgh and Empire Lecture

The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh is hosting an upcoming evening lecture exploring the historical ties between Edinburgh's medical communities and colonial legacies. Titled Medical Edinburgh and Empire, the event takes place on the evening of 23 September 2026 at the New Town venue.

Event Details

• Date: 23 September 2026 (evening)

• Venue: Royal College of Physicians, 11 Queen Street, Edinburgh EH2 1JQ

• Admission: £3.00 per person

The session examines how Scotland and its institutions participated in the expansion and administration of the British Empire, including the establishment of the Edinburgh Medical School in 1726. The programme features discussions on how medical training was utilised by graduates to enforce imperial health policies and maintain workforce health.

Speakers

The discussion is chaired by Professor Catherine Labinjoh, a consultant cardiologist in NHS Forth Valley and honorary clinical professor at the University of Stirling. She is joined by three speakers:

• Dr Simon Buck

• Professor Roger Jeffery

• Dr Theeba Krishnamoorthy

Advance booking is required for attendees wishing to join the lecture at the Queen Street location.