Royal College of Physicians
Hospitals and Health CareEngland, United Kingdom1001-5000 Employees
The Royal College of Physicians operates as a professional membership body within hospitals and health care, dedicated to elevating patient care by raising medical standards. Its membership spans about 40,000 individuals across the UK and worldwide, and the organization participates in medical debate while advising government and other decision-makers. The college is based in London, England. Its activities include conducting clinical audits and publishing guidelines and standards that guide clinical practice and patient care. Professional standards for physicians are maintained through examinations, training programs, continuous professional development, and educational conferences, and the college traces its Royal Charter back to 1518.