The RCSI was founded in 1784 by Royal Charter from King George III to educate surgeons, who at that time were trained separately from physicians. In 1886 the training of physicians and surgeons merged and the College began to train doctors in its Medical School.
Historical roots
The RCSI was founded in 1784 by Royal Charter from King George III to educate surgeons, who at that time were trained separately…
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