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Annual Report 2025-2026

Strategic Plan 2025-2029

 

Guided by our Strategic Plan, the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland strengthened its position as a leader in medical education, training, professional development, public engagement, and healthcare innovation across the 2025-2026 college year.

 

Milestones 2025-2026

Major achievements included progress in Internal Medicine Training reform, expansion of international engagement and partnerships, advancement towards Investors in Diversity Gold accreditation, new AI governance and data governance structures, the establishment of the college's first Philanthropy function and progress towards a future Medical Museum, and continued progression of the Connect Digital Transformation Programme.

 

Looking Ahead

The college will continue to deliver the next phase of its Strategic Plan 2025–2029, with a focus on expanding impact, strengthening organisational capability and advancing major transformation initiatives that support the college's long-term sustainability and influence. 

Key priorities for the year ahead include progressing the Connect Digital Transformation Programme, advancing Internal Medicine Training reform, expanding international engagement, training pathways and educational offerings, strengthening clinical leadership and patient engagement, advancing Ireland's first publicly accessible medical museum, and continuing to build organisational capability through investment in people, technology, data and responsible AI. 

Together, these priorities reflect a clear shift from laying strategic foundations to delivering transformation at scale. By investing in innovation, education, leadership and organisational capability, the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland will continue to strengthen its role as a trusted and influential professional body supporting doctors, improving healthcare and contributing to better health outcomes for society.