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UEMS News

Stay informed with the latest updates from the Union Européenne des Médecins Spécialistes (UEMS) — including announcements, initiatives, congress highlights, policy developments, and educational activities that shape the future of specialist medicine across Europe.

The Network of Accredited Clinical Skills Centres of Europe (NASCE) 

was officially founded as UEMS Multidisciplinary Joint Committee in 2014 in Stockholm.

The specific goal of NASCE in pursuance of UEMS goal is to enhance standards for the operation of clinical skills centres through assessment and accreditation of such centres across Europe and beyond.

Whats Happening…

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    Training

    NASCE-Accredited Courses
    NASCE, under the UEMS, recognises centres that deliver high-quality, simulation-based training across Europe.
    These courses strengthen technical skills, enhance patient safety, and promote excellence in surgical education.

    Courses
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    Whats Happening

    Stay updated with the latest developments from the Network of Accredited Skills Centres in Europe (NASCE) — including new accreditations, training initiatives, collaborative projects, and upcoming educational events that advance simulation-based healthcare training across Europe.

    News
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    Scientific Works

    Explore the latest research and academic outputs from the Network of Accredited Skills Centres in Europe (NASCE).
    These publications highlight advances in simulation-based training, assessment, and patient safety, reflecting NASCE’s commitment to evidence-based education and continuous improvement in healthcare practice across Europe.

    Publications
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European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME)

The EACCME, an institution of the UEMS, ensures the highest standards in continuing medical education (CME) and continuing professional development (CPD) across Europe.
Its accreditation guarantees that educational activities meet rigorous quality criteria, promoting lifelong learning, professional excellence, and harmonised standards for medical specialists throughout Europe and beyond.

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1st UEMS Congress – Leuven, Belgium
27–30 May 2026

Driven by excellence and patient care, the UEMS 1st Congress will bring together medical specialists, educators, and healthcare leaders from across Europe to share best practices, innovations, and visions for the future of medicine.

This landmark event will offer workshops, round tables, keynote lectures, and poster sessions, fostering learning, collaboration, and meaningful connections within Europe’s medical community.

Join us in Leuven, Belgium, to be part of a truly European gathering dedicated to Learning, Networking, and Impacting.