Katie Melua supports doctors in need with RMBF charity single
We are delighted to say that celebrated singer-songwriter Katie Melua is supporting doctors in hardship, with all proceeds from her new single “14 Windows” going towards the work of the…
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Thandolukathixo’s story: “I had to complete this race!”
Thandolukathixo (left in image) completed an epic 5km Great Eastern Run in Peterborough to raise vital funds for the RMBF. About me Hello! My name is Thandolukathixo Mkwananzi, and I…
Major new RMBF research briefing published
While we are proud we help so many individuals, we are also concerned that there may be many more doctors and medical students in hardship who are not coming forward…
Spotlight on domestic abuse
Dr Emily Donovan explains how doctors are affected Dr Emily Donavan is a GP Partner in Whitchurch, and has carried out academic research on domestic abuse and its impact on…
Record levels of demand from a profession under strain
But your donations are helping us support more doctors and medical students than ever The RMBF has seen an unprecedented number of doctors turning to the charity for help this…
Owen’s Story: ‘I’ve seen first hand what a difficult and demanding job doctors have’
Owen completed an incredible 55 mile cycle ride from London to Brighton to raise money for RMBF. About me Hi, my name is Owen. I've just finished my first year…
Hansika and Hasini’s story: ‘We are really grateful for this experience’
Hasini and Hansika are aspiring medical students, who wanted to support RMBF by setting up a fun run at their school. Find out more below about how Hasini, Hansika and…
Tim Woods
We are very sorry to report the sad loss of our trustee Tim Woods, who died unexpectedly while on a walking holiday in Ireland. Tim served for many years as…
RMBF celebrates Volunteers’ Week
The RMBF is joining thousands of charities and voluntary organisations to celebrate Volunteers' Week (1st-7th June), recognising the incredible impact our dedicated network of volunteers has in supporting our work…
Zainab’s story: “I was thrilled to use my skills to support the medical community”
About me Hello! My name is Zainab Afzal, and I am a medical student studying in the UK. I initially heard about the RMBF through my university. When I first…
Kayleigh’s fundraising: “Every doctor should be treasured”
Hi everyone, my name is Kayleigh Fong and I am a Year 11 student studying in Wales. Why I wanted to fundraise It all started when I saw the book Also…
Q&A: Widening access to medicine
Latilda Ajani is a second year medical student at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), and Vice President of the university’s Widening Access to Medicine Society (WAMS), which supports students from communities…
MDU foundation doctor members raise over £30,000
Thank you to the MDU and their FY1 members for their incredible support. We are delighted that MDU’s partnership with RMBF is continuing in 2023. It began in 2021 when…
How your donations are helping medical students in hardship
The current cost of living crisis is placing extra strain on a cohort of medical students who were already facing steep challenges. The tragic result is that many passionate and…
“I wanted to make a difference”: Sai’s fundraising story
Hello, my name is Sai Pranav Matcha, and I am an aspiring medical student in Year 12. I heard about the RMBF through Medic Mentor’s Virtual Medical Society and was…
Wednesday Wellbeing- Virtual Pilates Class
Help beat the January blues by joining a free virtual Pilates class! This event is now closed, but you can sign up to our newsletter to hear about future wellbeing…
RMBF offers condolences on the death of Her Majesty the Queen
The Royal Medical Benevolent Fund offers deepest condolences to the Royal Family on the death of Her Majesty the Queen. We join the nation in mourning for an extraordinary monarch,…
Free Prize Draw at The European Doctors Orchestra Concert
Who will be a lucky winner and walk away with one of our fabulous prizes? We're excited to announce our Free Prize Draw at the European Doctors Orchestra Concert, on…
Concern as NHS Covid sick pay ends
RMBF expects more requests for help as NHS Covid sick pay comes to an end Special sick pay provisions established at the start of Covid are being stopped, leaving many…
Why we donate: Acacia Retreat
One of the most effective ways to combat stress and burnout is to take breaks and switch off – both throughout the day, and for longer periods of recovery. For…
Planning ahead together: Volunteer Conference report
On 7 June, RMBF volunteers from around the country met at the Wellcome Collection in London for our second ever national Volunteer Conference. The day’s focus was on forward thinking…
Medicine, music & mental health
Dr Diana Cassell is the Clinical Director of Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services for South West London & St George’s Mental Health Trust. She is also an accomplished violist…
European Doctors Orchestra concert to support RMBF
We are delighted to announce that on 9 October 2022, the European Doctors Orchestra (EDO) will be performing a fabulous programme of music at the renowned London venue Cadogan Hall,…
Eight ways to have a healthier lifestyle at medical school
During stressful times at medical school, healthy habits and exercise can take the edge off the pressure and help you stay at your best. RMBF student volunteer Zahra Almansoor shares…
RMBF congratulates Her Majesty The Queen on her Platinum Jubilee
The Royal Medical Benevolent Fund sends congratulations to our patron, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, on the occasion of her Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years on the throne. The Queen…
Six ways to combat the impact of the pandemic on your wellbeing
The Covid pandemic has had a huge effect on physical and mental wellbeing for doctors and medical students. RMBF volunteer Shailaja Joshi kindly shares her tips on how to mitigate…
DocHealth making vital impact for doctors’ mental health
DocHealth is our confidential psychotherapeutic support service provided in partnership with the BMA, open to qualified UK doctors of any grade or speciality. Based on a self-referral model, the service…
Why financial support for struggling doctors is so important: Q&A
Simon Dinnick has specialised in helping doctors and dentists throughout his career as a practising solicitor. He has worked for all the major medical defence and protection organisations, as well…
Compassion and flourishing in medicine
Medical school is tough. The hours are long, the content is overwhelming, and it can feel like there is no end in sight. I see junior doctor friends working incredibly…
Self-care October
The past year and a half has been a journey for all of us. If you feel like you haven't been able to take proper care of your mental and…
Self-care: a physician’s view
Is it another fad, this self-care thing? Self-care has gained a bit of a bad rap over the years. It's often seen as ‘fluffy bunny stuff’, expensive and time-consuming. There’s…
RMBF to launch programme for PTSD and moral injury support
We are very pleased to announce that the RMBF has been awarded a £25,000 BMA Giving grant to help support doctors facing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and moral injury as…
Every week is Volunteers’ Week at the RMBF
Volunteers’ Week takes place from 1-7 June each year. It gives us the chance to thank and celebrate the fantastic contributions that our volunteers make. Every day across the country,…
Why I volunteer for the RMBF: Conor Tuffs
Dr Conor Tuffs is a junior doctor and RMBF volunteer based in Cornwall. He joined the RMBF's volunteer network as one of the first medical student volunteers, helping to raise…
Q&A: RMBF volunteer, Dr Charlie Holden
Dr Charlie Holden is a surgical trainee and RMBF volunteer based in Cardiff. During the first wave of the Covid-19 pandemic, while working in Brighton, Charlie wrote about doctors’ experiences…
“My heart goes out to younger colleagues”: an interview with our new President
Professor Sheila the Baroness Hollins is Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry of Intellectual Disability at St George’s University of London and Honorary Professor of Spirituality, Theology and Health, University of Durham.…
Fundraising superstars
From the very first days of the Covid-19 pandemic, when it became starkly clear how serious its impact would be on the medical profession, the outpouring of support for doctors…
National Walking Month: challenge yourself!
We know that walking has huge mental and physical health benefits. This May is National Walking Month, so why not lace up the boots and take on a challenge to…
DocHealth milestone: 1,000 doctors helped by RMBF & BMA service
We are pleased to announce that DocHealth, the confidential psychotherapeutic support service for doctors jointly run by the RMBF and the BMA, has now helped over 1,000 doctors. Launched in…
RMBF offers condolences on the death of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
The Royal Medical Benevolent Fund offers sincerest condolences to our Patron, Her Majesty the Queen, on the loss of her husband His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.…
The Big Quiz for Medics
Get your Quizmaster hat on and get quizzing! Organising a virtual quiz can be really easy and a lovely way to spend quality time with friends and family, whilst also…
RMBF welcomes new President Elect
The Royal Medical Benevolent Fund, the UK charity for doctors, medical students and their families, is delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Sheila the Baroness Hollins as President Elect.…
More success for super fundraisers
In response to the coronavirus pandemic, we’ve been overwhelmed by the kindness of fundraisers wanting to support the doctors fighting the virus on the frontline. It’s been amazing to see…
RMBF offers new online wellbeing support for medics
This week, the RMBF is proud to launch a new online wellbeing resource, offering a range of helpful advice and information for medics of all ages and specialties. Provided by…
Coronavirus appeal: how your donations have helped
In March, we launched an urgent fundraising appeal, to enable us to support doctors on the frontline of the coronavirus pandemic. The response so far has been nothing short of…
Fab fundraisers come together for doctors
During the current coronavirus crisis, we have been hugely touched by how many people have taken up fundraising activities, big and small, to help support doctors fighting the virus on…
Update from the frontline
As the fight against the coronavirus pandemic continues, RMBF volunteer Charles Holden shares his colleague Gina Allen’s thoughts and experiences from the frontline – and what the impact could be…
Covid-19: view from a GP
The way primary care works has rapidly changed during the coronavirus pandemic, says Yorkshire GP Dr Becks Bayana, but doctors are resourcefully adapting and there is hope for the future…
New help and advice resource for anaesthetists
The RMBF and the Association of Anaesthetists have partnered to launch a new guide to help improve anaesthetists' wellbeing during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. The guide is the latest…
RMBF and Medic Mentor launch hardship fund
The RMBF has teamed up with Medic Mentor to set up a hardship fund, aiming to raise £10,000 to support doctors in difficulty during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. We…
View from the frontline
Our volunteer Charles Holden and his colleague Gina Allen report rapid change and uncertainty in hospitals, but a deep willingness to help however possible Over the last few weeks things…
Covid-19: an update on our support
Updated 19 June 2020 The current coronavirus pandemic is a difficult time for everyone. We recommend that all doctors and medical students follow guidance compiled on the BMA website and…
London to Brighton Cycle Ride 2019
Two brave teams – with very little training time – got in the saddle and pedalled 55 miles to raise funds for the RMBF in the London to Brighton Cycle…
New RMBF Local Fundraising Handbook out now
For over 100 years, local fundraising has been a vital part of the RMBF's work to support doctors in need. Our Guilds and other groups nationwide do fantastic work, organising…
Q&A: Dr Mike on a Bike on his round-the-world cycle ride
On Saturday 9 February, junior doctor Michael Nally – AKA Dr Mike on a Bike – will be setting off from Buckingham Palace on the first leg of a round-the-world…
Press release: RMBF calls for greater support for medical students
New research finds that two thirds of medical students have faced financial or mental health pressures One of the UK’s leading medical charities is calling for greater support for future…
New doctors: what support is available?
Across the country, today marks the first day on the job for an enthusiastic cohort of newly trained doctors, and the first step in an incredibly rewarding career. However, we…
Ted’s Top Tips for new doctors
As the latest cohort of newly qualified doctors start their first jobs today, RMBF Trustee Dr Ted Adams shares his top tips for starting out in medicine. Look after yourself.…
Meet our new Student MLOs
As part of our recently relaunched Medical Student Support Programme, we were very pleased to welcome our first cohort of student Medical Liaison Officers. Two of these are Sam Bennett…
No more “Physician, heal thyself”: Q&A with Dr Caroline Elton
A psychologist who specialises in helping doctors, Caroline Elton has had a unique insight into the stresses and strains that medics face in their day-to-day lives. Drawing on over twenty…
CEO blog: doctors spread great ideas – but need practical support
RMBF's Chief Executive Steve Crone reflects on your choice for "The Doctor's Doctor", and what support we need to offer medics working under pressure As part of the RMBF’s Together…
10th March: join us at the RSM for event on doctors’ mental health
On Saturday 10th March, we invite you to attend "Medicine & Me: Your Mental Health as a Doctor", hosted jointly by the RMBF and the Royal Society of Medicine (RSM),…
RMBF supporters choose Dr Kate Granger as the Doctor’s Doctor
In November, as part of our Together for Doctors campaign, the RMBF's Trustees put forward a 10-strong list of doctors who have made vital contributions to the support and reform…
Merry Christmas to our supporters
Dear friends and supporters, I would like to say a very big thank you for the support you have given to the RMBF over the past year. It is only…
Infographic: survey findings highlight doctors under pressure
In July & August, the RMBF surveyed over 1,800 medical professionals - including senior hospital doctors, GPs, trainees and charity supporters - about the pressures faced by doctors in their…
Survey reveals crisis of confidence in medicine as a future career
A new survey released today (16th November 2017) conducted amongst senior hospital doctors, GPs, trainees and charity supporters by the Royal Medical Benevolent Fund (RMBF), finds that an alarming two-thirds…
Help us speak out for doctors: take our campaign survey
Last year, the RMBF launched the What's Up Doc? campaign, aiming to highlight the pressures that doctors face at work. Very soon we will be launching a new campaign, reiterating the hardships that…
First RMBF Volunteer Conference: report and pictures
On Thursday 1st June, the Royal Medical Benevolent Fund's incredible Volunteers and some esteemed guests gathered in Birmingham for our 180th Anniversary Conference, entitled A Celebration of Our Volunteer Network. Our Volunteers…
Doctors’ classical concert to support RMBF
On Saturday 20 May, The London Doctors Orchestra & Choir will be holding a fantastic classical concert to raise vital funds for the RMBF. The group includes working doctors from juniors through to consultants,…
Welcome to the new RMBF website
We are very pleased to announce the launch of the new RMBF website. Welcome! The new site acts as a comprehensive one-stop shop for doctors and medical students seeking help,…
RMBF announces new Trustees
The RMBF Board of Trustees will welcome four new members at its next meeting on 8th December. Dr Faizan Ahmed, Simon Dinnick, Dr Oliver Seyfried and Dr Richard Stevens have…