We often focus on clinical excellence, but spend less time developing broader skills that could help us better lead with purpose and build more fulfilling, impactful careers. In this episode, part of a mini-series in partnership with LEADderm, Dr Jennifer Soung and Denise Mann explore how clinicians can engage with the media to educate, empower and extend their impact beyond the clinic.

The UK National Screening Committee has opened a public consultation on universal newborn screening for biliary atresia. Although early detection improves outcomes, current evidence on dried blood spot biomarkers and stool colour cards remains insufficient for population screening. Stakeholders are invited to submit evidence by 20 May 2026.

February is Rare Liver Diseases Month, bringing global attention to policy, education and advocacy needs surrounding rare liver conditions. During this month, the Global Liver Institute leads its annual #RareAware campaign to highlight the importance of early detection and access to care. With more than 100 rare liver diseases often going unrecognised, greater awareness helps patients receive timely support and empowers families to make informed decisions and advocate confidently for their care.

The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) Early Career Academy (ECA) has rapidly become a central initiative supporting the professional development of emerging clinicians and researchers in diabetology. Established to foster mentorship, collaboration and career progression, the Academy ...

  touchENDOCRINOLOGY Future Leaders 2026 Following the successful introduction of touchENDOCRINOLOGY Future Leaders 2025, we are delighted to announce that nominations are now open for the 2026 edition. This initiative celebrates the next generation of endocrinology pioneers, those whose passion, dedication and innovative ...

In this expert perspective, Paul Dimitri explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping paediatric endocrinology, from interpreting growth data to supporting more personalized and inclusive care for children and families.

Drawing on the experience of expert faculty and emerging leaders who have already navigated many of the early hurdles when embarking on a career in endocrinology, we asked for one piece of career advice to share with those just starting out. Their reflections highlight the importance of curiosity, compassion, adaptability and purpose in building a fulfilling and sustainable career.

There is no doubt that artificial intelligence was one of the fastest-moving technologies of 2025. Advances in predictive analytics, pattern recognition across large datasets, and the integration of genomic, phenotypic and real-world data are already beginning to reshape how clinicians diagnose disease, stratify risk and personalise care. We asked some of the experts that have collaborated with touchENDOCRINOLOGY what excites them most about AI and how they see it influencing clinical practice.

In this roundup, members of the touchNDOCRINOLOGY Expert Faculty share their perspectives on the advances that shaped research and practice over the past year, highlighting a discipline in transition and looking ahead to the opportunities of 2026.