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The increasing number of breast cancer survivors, driven by advances in early detection and treatment, has created a growing demand for long-term follow-up care in oncology outpatient clinics. As a tertiary care center, our clinic faces a heavy daily workload, with a significant proportion of visits...

Academic research holds immense potential to revolutionize healthcare, yet translating discoveries into real-world solutions demands strategic vision, entrepreneurial action, and vigilant stewardship of intellectual property (IP). In this presentation, Prof. Allen Chan will explore the transformativ...

The rapidly aging population and extension of the longevity of terminally ill patients in Hong Kong may only result in deterioration of their quality of life if their need for adequate care could not be addressed. A growing demand for a paradigm shift from a heavy hospital-centric care to a care mod...

Hepatitis E virus (HEV) is one of the most common causes of viral hepatitis globally. The infection is particularly severe in immunocompromised persons such as transplant recipients in whom infection can turn chronic. Fortunately, chronic hepatitis E is treatable with oral ribavirin. In 2018, we dis...

This presentation will explore the significant potential of AI and deep learning (DL) technologies in screening for diabetic retinal disease (DRD) through ophthalmic imaging modalities such as fundus photography (FP) and optical coherence tomography (OCT). I will share findings from our previous res...

A sustainable future in medicine and health requires global collaboration. This is particularly so in the face of pressing global health challenges such as those impacted by climate changes, emerging infectious diseases, anti-microbial resistance, biotechnology development and health disparities. Th...

Most of the latest international scientific publications demonstrate that Healthcare systems represent, at the international level, between 4 and 5% of the global emissions balance of greenhouse gases. The non-governmental organization, the Shift Project, has even estimated the environmental co...

The journey of prenatal screening and diagnosis for our pregnant women & their families looks very much like the history of development of the MTR map in Hong Kong.Milestones:• 1970s: Amniocentesis & chorionic villus sampling for karyotyping introduced.• 1980s: Routine ultrasound screening.• 1...

Hospital accreditation is a critical process widely adopted across the world as one of the tools to ensure that healthcare institutions meet established standards of quality and safety. Beyond its role in compliance and patient care improvement, accreditation serves as a powerful tool for staff enga...

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination has included in the Hong Kong Childhood Immunisation Programme since the 2019/20 school year for Primary Five and Six female students. In line with the latest World Health Organization recommendations, the Department of Health (DH) launched a one-off catch-up p...

In recent years, the adoption of robotic joint replacement surgery has seen a significant increase, with numerous public and private hospitals embracing orthopedic robotic systems. Surgeons are increasingly attracted to this cutting-edge technology, offering promise to patients with severe hip and k...

The Dyspnoea-12 (D-12) scale is a validated tool designed to assess the perception of dyspnoea and its physical and affective impacts in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Its Chinese version (D-12-C) has been developed and validated for Chinese-speaking populations, offe...

In this presentation, Dr Lai will give an overview on the legal framework and interdepartmental procedures involved in the investigation of Coroner's cases in Hong Kong, with special reference to sudden death cases. The work of forensic pathologists at the scene, post-mortem examination, post-mortem...

We are in an exciting time in medicine. Many new medications will become game-changers, and more and more technologies are allowing miracles to be performed, in the dark, through keyholes. These medications and technologies alone however will not be enough to fully curb the global burden of disease,...

Artificial intelligence (AI) will potentially transform the role of the clinician and revolutionise the practice of medicine. The rise of large language models and generative AI has revolutionised the application of AI in health. Autonomous surgical robots are also being developed, changing the role...

Sound governance is crucial to the pro-innovative, effective and ethical adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in healthcare. In Hong Kong, the Digital Policy Office and the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data have issued relevant guidance on the use of AI in general, but there is...

The transformation of healthcare facilities requires a strategic approach that integrates clinical and operational planning with modern infrastructure development. This presentation explores the critical elements of healthcare transformation, from initial planning to the delivery of state-of-th...

Heat-related illnesses, exacerbated by global warming, pose a significant threat to public health, with heat stroke having a mortality rate of 10-30% (Bouchama & Knochel, 2002). Rapid cooling is critical for survival, and Cold-Water Immersion (CWI) is recognized as the gold standard for reducing cor...

Ophthalmic images is an essential component in modern ophthalmic care. In the past, hard copies images are used and there a number of issues and problems. With the joint effort of staff from various departments, now all the ophthalmic images are digitalized and the images can be shared across the wh...

Prostate cancer ranks the third most common male cancer in Hong Kong. Majority of patients present as localised disease and are amendable to cure, and radiotherapy is a standard of care in the definitive treatment of these patients. For many decades, external beam radiotherapy involved conventional ...

There have always been inequalities in access to healthcare in particular cancer treatment across countries and regions in the world. The differences in regulatory drug approval process, drug pricing strategies and governmental healthcare expenditures are main reasons for such phenomena. We should s...

The rapidly aging population and extension of the longevity of terminally ill patients in Hong Kong may only result in deterioration of their quality of life if their need for adequate care could not be addressed. A growing demand for a paradigm shift from a heavy hospital-centric care to a care mod...

Healthcare systems around the world are increasingly recognized as significant contributors to climate change, accounting for an estimated 4 to 5% of global greenhouse gas emissions. In France, this figure rises to nearly 8% of the national carbon footprint, as estimated by the think tank The Shift ...

Apart from providing unparalleled operation and maintenance service to public venues and healthcare facilities, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD) of the HKSAR Government, has consistently applied innovative technologies, aiming to shorten the downtime, improve operational effi...

Sudden cardiac death refers to the unexpected death of an individual due to an underlying cardiac disease occurring within one hour of onset of symptoms in an apparently healthy subject or, if unwitnessed, in someone known to be in good health up to 24 h before the event. In literature Sudden Cardia...

The core objective of the Green Channel for Chest Pain is to identify, diagnose and manage patients with chest pain in the shortest possible time, thereby effectively reducing mortality and the risk of complications. To achieve this goal, a multidisciplinary and multidepartmental collaboration mecha...

Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) launched the HealthCity Novena Masterplan (MP) in 2013. The MP represented the first integrated public healthcare masterplan in Singapore and provided a holistic and systematic approach towards development of healthcare infrastructure. The MP would position TTSH to meet...

The HOPE Team pilot project at the New Territories West Cluster (NTWC) represents a transformative initiative aimed at enhancing organ donation rates through collaborative clinical practice. This presentation will outline the establishment and operational framework of the HOPE Team, which consists o...

To expedite recovery, caring in a familiar environment could help. Moreover, home environment can reduce the stress and anxiety that relatives often experience when their loved ones are in the hospital.  Hospital@Home is an innovative healthcare delivery model that provides medical care to pati...

Pain, agitation, and delirium occur frequently in ICU patients. Prompt recognition and treatment help optimize ICU patient outcomes. The Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) published guidelines detailing best practices for managing pain, sedation, and delirium in ICU patients to facilitate vent...