In a rare public engagement, the Queen unveiled a modern day RCP500 charter that re-pledges the RCP's commitment to their core values.
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The visit was her first public engagement outside of Buckingham Palace since she returned to London from Sandringham.
During the visit, Her Majesty unveiled a plaque and a new commemorative charter to mark the 500th anniversary and was shown the original charter document from 1518, granted by Henry VIII, which founded the College.
It was established to help regulate the medical profession at a time when anyone could call themselves a doctor and start treating patients.
To mark the 500th anniversary of the body’s original 1518 royal charter, the College will be organising a series of events throughout 2018.
The Queen met staff and members of the medical profession, before unveiling the plaque.
Professor Jane Dacre, the President of the Royal College of Physicians described her Majesty as “Very on the ball, very interested, and a charming, graceful lady”
“Her presence shows the importance of the RCP in maintaining the highest possible quality of care for patients. While remaining true to our founding principles, we are committed to remaining forward looking and relevant to the lives of physicians, supporting the day-to-day care of patients.”
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The visit was her first public engagement outside of Buckingham Palace since she returned to London from Sandringham.
During the visit, Her Majesty unveiled a plaque and a new commemorative charter to mark the 500th anniversary and was shown the original charter document from 1518, granted by Henry VIII, which founded the College.
It was established to help regulate the medical profession at a time when anyone could call themselves a doctor and start treating patients.
To mark the 500th anniversary of the body’s original 1518 royal charter, the College will be organising a series of events throughout 2018.
The Queen met staff and members of the medical profession, before unveiling the plaque.
Professor Jane Dacre, the President of the Royal College of Physicians described her Majesty as “Very on the ball, very interested, and a charming, graceful lady”
“Her presence shows the importance of the RCP in maintaining the highest possible quality of care for patients. While remaining true to our founding principles, we are committed to remaining forward looking and relevant to the lives of physicians, supporting the day-to-day care of patients.”
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