The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC), French: Collège royal des médecins et chirurgiens du Canada, is a national, private, nonprofit organization established in 1929 by a special Act of Parliament to oversee the medical education of specialists in Canada. Its mission is as an organization of medical specialists dedicated to ensuring the highest standards and quality of health care.
The RCPSC acts as the voice of specialty care in Canada. The College is not a licensing or disciplinary body but an association of physicians concerned with medical education and setting standards. It ensures that the training and evaluation of medical and surgical specialists, in 60 specialties and two special programs, attain the highest standards. The College, through review and continuing education programs, requires its 42,649 members worldwide to maintain their competence throughout their careers. It acts and speaks out in support of the most appropriate context for the practice of specialty care and the best patient care.
Since its founding, the college has been granted the patronage of the Canadian monarch, currently Elizabeth II.
Read more about Royal College Of Physicians And Surgeons Of Canada: History, Objectives, Membership, Medical Residents, General Membership and Designations, Participation With Other Medical Organizations, International Jurisdictions, Minimum Years of Training in RCPSC Accredited Programs, Selected List of Duncan Graham Awardees
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