British Society for Dermatological Surgery
Welcome to the BSDS website
The British Society for Dermatological Surgery (BSDS) is the UK leader in the field of dermatological surgery. The purpose of the Society is to promote, for the public benefit, interest in and knowledge of Dermatological Surgery.
The BSDS have a range of meetings and courses that run throughout the year and offer fellowships and awards. The BSDS provide resources, such as surgical log books, case studies and peer reviews for the benefit of medical professionals. They have also produced minimum standards documents and position statements on issues relating to Dermatological Surgery. Learn more>
In these uncertain times we have included COVID-19 guidelines compiled both by the British Association of Dermatologists and the British Society for Dermatological Surgery.
Please find below useful guidelines:
Skin Cancer Surgical Guidlines- COVID-19 Guidelines
Recommencing Dermatology services during COVID-19 Here
Upcoming Events
20th Annual Trainee Day – 6th November 2025
Event start date - 06/11/2025
The BSDS Trainee Day offers a chance for registrars to improve and update their skin surgery through a variety of lectures and case discussions. Read more »
28th Annual Dinner 2025
Event start date - 01/07/2025
The BSDS 28th Annual Dinner will be held during the 105th Annual Meeting of the BAD in Glasgow. Read more »
Stitch-Up! Suturing Course 2025
Event start date - 04/09/2025
Stitch Up! suturing course will consist of lectures on the important aspects as well as lots of supervised practical work on pig skin, including superficial, deep, continuous and interrupted sutures. There will be the opportunity to try more advanced techniques and chat to dermatologists about careers in skin surgery. Read more »