Introducing the British Cardiovascular Society Fellowship (FBCS) – a new mark of distinction recognising outstanding contribution, leadership, and commitment within the field of cardiology.
FBCS is awarded through an application process and is open to current Ordinary and Emeritus BCS members who have been members with the society continuously for more than 3 years, and current International BCS members with a minimum of 3 years as a consultant cardiologist or equivalent clinical practitioner.
FBCS celebrates clinical excellence, research, education, and service to the cardiology community.
Listen to BCS President, Professor André Ng, talk about this exciting opportunity.
FBCS is our new title of honour, which recognises healthcare professionals who have made outstanding contributions to cardiology and whose work has a real impact on the future of cardiovascular medicine in the UK and beyond.
Elevate your professional standing – become a BCS Fellow
For only £145 in addition to your membership fee, unlock a new level of recognition by applying for the prestigious BCS Fellowship. As a FBCS, you’ll gain:
- Exclusive use of post-nominals: FBCS
- A formal Certificate of Fellowship
- A special Fellows’ discount on fees for our flagship courses A Year in Cardiology from 2026 and BCS and Mayo Clinic Cardiology Review Course from 2027
- Inclusion in our new online Fellow’s directory
- A welcome pack including a FBCS lapel badge
- A distinctive coloured lanyard at the BCS Annual Conference
- A dedicated annual Fellows’ newsletter
Eligibility Criteria
FBCS is awarded through an application process and is open to current Ordinary and Emeritus BCS members who have been members with the society continuously for more than 3 years, and current International BCS members with a minimum of 3 years as a consultant cardiologist or equivalent clinical practitioner.
You must demonstrate your excellence in clinical practice, education, research, and publications and clinical leadership. Additional external support for your application must also be provided.
Don’t miss the opportunity to be recognised, connected, and celebrated – apply now to become a BCS Fellow using our online form
Applications must be submitted by 23:59pm on Sunday 29 March 2026 and will be reviewed by a select panel of a minimum of three Board members in April 2026.
Successful applicants will be notified ahead of the BCS Annual Conference.
Applications are now open until 23:59pm on Sunday 29 March 2026.
Meet some of our Inaugural Fellows
Prof Adrian Banning
I am pleased and honoured to become a fellow of the BCS. As medicine has fragmented into slightly isolated specialist groupings, recognition of my efforts to improve cardiac care by the broader cardiovascular community is very welcome.
Dr Resham Baruah
To have my work acknowledged by the leading national organisation within our field of expertise is both extremely humbling and gratifying and it fuels my continued desire to serve the Society, our amazing speciality and our patients to the best of my abilities.
Dr Sarah Birkhoelzer
Becoming a FBCS Fellow is a real honour and reflects a shared commitment to advancing cardiovascular care through clinical excellence, research, education, and collaboration.
Dr Petra Jenkins
I am very honoured and humbled to be one of the BCS Inaugural Fellows. I look forward to working with the BCS and the wider cardiovascular community in raising the profile of congenital heart disease medicine and the role of women in cardiology as leaders in their field.
Dr Jo Lim
I look forward to being part of this growing community at BCS. It is wonderful to see outstanding colleagues from across the country recognised, many of whom have been hugely influential in my own career, and who all work tirelessly to improve the lives of patients and colleagues.
Dr Benoy Shah
After twenty years in clinical cardiology, I am honoured to become a Fellow of the BCS and look forward to continuing to work with the Society for many years to come.
Dr Robin Vanlingen
Britain plays an extremely important role in international health delivery and research, and aligning our professional credentials with American and European institutions is an excellent idea, and long overdue.
Dr David Wald
Recognising members who have contributed to the field rewards everyone. It rewards the individual and the Society by strengthening engagement between cardiologists and the most important professional society a British Cardiologist can join.
Dr Fraser Witherow
Being a Fellow is recognition of a career in cardiology where I have strived to help patients to the best of my ability.
FAQs
How do I apply for BCS Fellowship?
To apply to become a BCS Fellow, please use our online form. Applications can only be made via our online form – paper submissions will not be accepted.
To ensure a smooth process and enable us to review your application promptly, please review the documentation required and ensure all specified documents are uploaded with your application.
Make sure that all documentation submitted is in English or has been translated into English.
Applications must be made before the closing deadline to be considered.
What happens once I've applied?
Once we’ve received your application, an executive panel will review your application form against the criteria.
You will be informed of the outcome via email within four weeks of the application closing deadline.
How do I make payment?
The annual BCS Fellowship fee is £145 and is in addition to your annual BCS membership fee.
We will only request payment of the BCS Fellowship fee if your application is approved.
If your application is approved, we will update your direct debit (if you hold a DD with us) or email the request for payment:
- Payments should be made via your direct debit, or via card, in GBP only, through the link in the email
- FBCS benefits will only begin after your payment has been received
- We expect FBCS members to make payment within two weeks of their application being approved, if payment is not received, we reserve the right to cancel your FBCS application
Subsequently, the annual BCS Fellowship fee will be added to your primary annual membership fee and collected in full during the next membership renewal cycle.