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
Clinical Meeting March 24
Event start date - 21/03/2024
Registration is not yet open. Please fill out the form to be included on our Pre-registration contact list. The theme of this meeting is: “Future skin cancer management and a review of Mohs fellowships in UK” This half day meeting is aimed at dermatologists and dermatology trainees with an interest in dermatological surgery. CPD accredited. Read more »
Clinical Meeting 16 November 2023
Event start date - 16/11/2023
This meeting has now finished This half day meeting is aimed at dermatologists and dermatology trainees with an interest in dermatological surgery Read more »
18th Annual Trainee Day 23rd November 2023
Event start date - 23/11/2023
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 »