The Herbert Erik Reiss Memorial Case History Prize recognises excellence in the presentation of clinical case histories in obstetrics and gynaecology.
This award, which comprises two prizes, is intended to encourage early career doctors to demonstrate critical analysis, comprehensive literature appraisal, and insightful clinical reflection in the case submissions.
Named in Memory of Herbert Erik Reiss, this prize honours his legacy and contributions to the specialty. It aims to inspire excellence in clinical reasoning and academic inquiry among early career stage doctors.
Below you can find further information about the prize, including how to apply and eligibility requirements.
Prizes
- First prize: £400
- Second prize: £200
Eligibility
This prize is open to doctors in Foundation Years 1 and 2 or Specialist Training Years 1 and 2 in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.
Assessment criteria
Submissions will be evaluated on the following criteria:
- Case description
- Literature review
- Critical Discussion
- Clinical relevance
- Level of involvement
- References
How to apply
Please complete the online application via Oxford Abstracts.
Please register for an account using your email address.
For further guidance on how to submit your application, please see Oxford Abstracts' guidance on making a submission.
The deadline for submission is Thursday 7 May 2026, 5pm UK time.
For any queries, please contact: awards@rcog.org.uk.