RCPI publishes 2025-2026 Annual Report

The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (RCPI) has published its 2025/26 Annual Report. The annual report reflects key achievements of the previous 12 months and outlines progress made across the initiatives defined in the College's Strategic Plan.  

Speaking about the annual report, Prof Diarmuid O’ Shea, President of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland said: “This was a year of significant engagement and progress. We worked closely with healthcare communities, policymakers and system leaders to advance the agenda for postgraduate medical training and lifelong learning, while continuing to contribute constructively to some of the most pressing public health challenges facing society.” 

Highlights include: 

• Growing demand for postgraduate exams - Demand for RCPI's postgraduate medical examinations continues to rise with over 7,000 candidates sitting MRCPI examinations during the year, representing an 18% increase on the previous academic year.  

• Expanded membership and training - 744 doctors were conferred with membership bringing the total number of trainees, members and fellows to over 17,000. 

• Expanded educational offering - Launch of new programmes in healthcare leadership and obesity care is helping doctors develop the knowledge and skills required to meet evolving patient needs. 

• Advocacy - Campaigns addressing tobacco and e-cigarette use, child safety in relation to e-scooters, climate and health, alcohol labelling and skin cancer prevention. 

The annual report also includes reports from the six faculties and institutes, the annual governance update, and financial report. 

The 2025/26 Annual Report was officially launched at the Annual Stated Meeting on Monday, 19 October 2026.