Royal Medical Society
Royal Medical Society
The Royal Medical Society (RMS) (/ˈrɔɪəl ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈsəʊsaɪɪti/), is a society dedicated to the advancement of medical science through education and research. The RMS is one of the oldest medical societies in the United Kingdom.
Etymology
The term "Royal Medical Society" is derived from the society's royal charter, granted by King George III in 1778. The term "medical" refers to the society's focus on the field of medicine, and "society" indicates a group of individuals who share a common interest or aim.
History
The Royal Medical Society was founded in 1737 in Edinburgh, Scotland. It was originally known as the Medical Society of Edinburgh and was granted a royal charter in 1778, becoming the Royal Medical Society. The society has a long history of promoting medical education and research, and its members have included many notable figures in the field of medicine.
Activities
The Royal Medical Society organizes a variety of activities aimed at promoting medical education and research. These include lectures, seminars, and workshops on a wide range of medical topics. The society also publishes a journal, the Journal of the Royal Medical Society, which features articles on the latest developments in medical science.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Royal Medical Society
- Wikipedia's article - Royal Medical Society
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