RCSI welcomes publication of National Clinical Guidance for Elective Care Facilities

Friday, 14 November 2025: The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) has welcomed the publication by the HSE of the National Clinical Guidance for the Elective Care Facilities (November 2025), a comprehensive resource designed to support healthcare professionals in delivering safe, high-quality, and efficient elective surgical care.

Developed by RCSI for the Health Service Executive, the guidance was published at the annual RCSI Milling Meeting which took place today. It provides evidence-based guidance covering all stages of the surgical journey, from pre-operative assessment and patient optimisation, to discharge planning and follow-up. It reflects the latest best practice in governance, patient safety, and multidisciplinary coordination, promoting a consistent, high standard of care across surgical specialties and hospital settings.