Latest News

The latest news, updates and statements from the Association of Breast Surgery.

2nd June 2025

The Royal College of Surgeons of England – College Assessors required

Applications open for Advisory Appointment Committees (AACs) assessor.

28th May 2025

ABS Lifetime Achievement Award Winners

Our winners of the inaugural ABS Lifetime Achievement Award.

24th April 2025

Looking Ahead to the ABS Conference 2025

ABS President, Leena Chagla, looks ahead to the ABS Conference 2025.

12th March 2025

Statement on NHS Screening and GP Registrations issue

ABS statement on the recent GP registration and NHS screening issue.

7th March 2025

Reflections on careers in breast care

On International Women’s Day 2025, we asked three of our female members to share their experiences in breast care, including what inspired them to choose this field, the challenges they’ve faced along the way, and advice they have for the future.

6th March 2025

Applications open for a new Surgical Specialty Lead in Breast Surgery

We are inviting applications for the role of Surgical Specialty Lead.

7th February 2025

ABS statement on the call for evidence to shape the national cancer plan for England

The ABS responds to the recent call for evidence from the Department of Health and Social Care to help shape the government’s national cancer plan for England.