The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) is a non-profit organization and the leading institution for surgical education and training in Australia and New Zealand. Founded in 1927, RACS is responsible for training surgeons and maintaining surgical standards across nine surgical specialties including general surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, otolaryngology, pediatric surgery, plastic surgery, urology, vascular surgery, and cardiothoracic surgery. RACS conducts the Surgical Education and Training (SET) program, which is the primary pathway for becoming a qualified surgeon in Australia and New Zealand. The organization also oversees the Fellowship examination (FRACS), which is the final qualification required for surgeons to practice independently. The college maintains professional standards through continuous professional development programs and regular assessments of its members. Based in Melbourne, Australia, RACS plays a crucial role in healthcare policy development and advocacy for surgical safety and quality. The organization collaborates with government bodies, healthcare institutions, and international surgical organizations to advance surgical practice and improve patient outcomes. RACS also conducts research, publishes the ANZ Journal of Surgery, and provides scholarships and grants to support surgical research and education. The college has approximately 7,000 fellows and 1,300 trainees across Australia and New Zealand.