Running as part of National Pathology Week (NPW) 2026, the event celebrates the NPW 2026 theme, 'Welcome to the Lab' with an interactive webinar exploring careers in haematology, designed for medical students, foundation doctors and anyone interested in finding out more about this varied specialty.

Designed for medical students and foundation doctors, this free evening session will provide an introduction to one of the most varied and rewarding specialties in medicine. BSH is supporting National Pathology Week activity with a focus on promoting careers in haematology and engaging future members of the workforce.

Why choose haematology?
Haematology is a unique specialty that combines laboratory medicine with direct patient care. Haematologists diagnose and manage a wide range of conditions, including:

• Blood cancers such as leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma
• Anaemia and red cell disorders
• Bleeding and clotting conditions
• Haematological complications of other diseases
• Stem cell transplantation and cellular therapies

The specialty offers opportunities to work across inpatient, outpatient, laboratory and research settings, making it an exciting and diverse career choice.

What to expect
During this webinar, you'll hear from haematology professionals at different stages of their careers and gain insight into:

• What a career in haematology looks like
• The day-to-day work of a haematologist
• Training pathways and how to apply for specialty training
• Opportunities in clinical practice, research, education and laboratory medicine
• The rewards and challenges of the specialty

There will also be an opportunity to ask questions and hear first-hand experiences from trainees and consultants.

Who should attend?
This webinar is aimed at:

• Medical students considering future career options
• Foundation doctors exploring specialty training pathways
• Anyone interested in learning more about haematology and the opportunities available within the specialty.

This online event is free, but registration is essential. Book your place via the booking button to the right.

There are 12 webinars on different careers and topics in pathology running during NPW 2026. See more details on the NPW page.