The Conferment Ceremony will be held at Run Run Shaw Hall of HKAM Jockey Club Building on 6 December 2019 at 6:00 pm, in conjunction with the David Todd Oration. Prof. John Leong, Academician of Chinese Academy of Sciences and Chairman of Hospital Authority, will deliver the Oration titled “Twice Rendezvous in Hospital Authority”. All Fellows are welcome to attend.

Results of CME / CPD Accreditation

The Academy and the College have lost contact with Dr. WONG Wing Hung, Andrew, a Fellow of The College of Surgeons of Hong Kong and need your assistance in locating him. If you happen to know his whereabouts, please contact the Academy Secretariat by telephone at (852) 2871 8888, fax at (852) 2505 5577 or email to [email protected], or ask Dr. WONG to contact us directly.

The current CME/CPD cycle for Academy Fellows will end on 31 December 2019. All Fellows who are on the Specialist Register (SR) of the Medical Council or Dental Council will need to fulfil the requirements of the Academy to remain on the SR. Fellows, except those exempted for CME/CPD due to retirement, are also required to fulfil the requirements to maintain the Academy Fellowship. Fellows are reminded to make sure they will obtain the required number of CME/CPD points before the end of this year, and to catch up if the points they have obtained so far falls behind greatly of the requirements.

A revised set of CME/CPD Guidelines has been approved and will become effective from the next cycle. Minor changes are in Section 10, in which the new Guidelines reflect the new requirement from Medical Council of Hong Kong for the Academy to provide information on CME/CPD of all Fellows after the end of cycle (instead of providing the information on those non-compliance cases only in the past). Fellows can download the new guidelines from the following link:

Revised Principles and Guidelines on CME/CPD

Please visit the CMe-Learning of iCMECPD website (www.icmecpd.hk) for the latest CME/CPD materials.

To further enhance the online services for CME/CPD, the Academy has developed a mobile application for capturing attendance - iCMECPD App. It is now available at Apple's App Store and Google's Play. Fellows may download the App by scanning the respective QR code below (or search "icmecpd" from App Store/Google Play) and install it in their smartphone with operating system in iOS (8.0 or above) or Android (4.3 or above).

Starting from 2017, Fellows may capture their attendance by using the App to scan the QR code for CME/CPD activities held by the Academy/Colleges at the HKAM Jockey Club Building. The Academy has started liaising with organisers on pilot runs of the App for their activities to be held so that they will gradually use this paperless online accreditation application and attendance capture process from 2017 onward. In addition, briefing sessions will be conducted for organisers to further promote the App and the system.

The Academy sometimes gets error messages when sending messages to Fellows' registered emails, which may be caused by full mailboxes, invalid addresses, etc. A valid email address is an essential detail for Fellows to gain access to iCMECPD account and view the CME/CPD profile. In order to help us maintain an up-to-date database, please keep us informed whenever there are changes to your email address, mailing address or contact number by logging into your account of iCMECPD (http://www.icmecpd.hk). Please also be reminded to keep your registered emails active by ensuring there is sufficient mailbox capacity.

The Academy will organise a workshop on the “Development of Best Practice Guidelines in Genetic and Genomic Medicine”. It will be held on 2 November 2019, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm to gather views for the formation of Best Practice Guidelines by the Academy and discuss the relevant policy to be implemented by the Government. The Workshop will consist of thematic presentations of speakers from various aspects and panel discussion.

Interested Fellows can find details and register here by 26 October 2019.

The Academy, Academy of Medicine of Malaysia, Academy of Medicine, Singapore and Hong Kong College of Family Physicians are co-organising the 4^th AMM-AMS-HKAM Tripartite Congress cum 53^rd Singapore Malaysia Congress of Medicine & Hong Kong Primary Care Conference 2019 on 6-8 December 2019. The Congress theme is “People-centred Care: Towards Value-based Innovations”.

Details about the programme can be found at the Congress website: http://tripartitecongress2019hk.com

Please click here to register now!

The Academy is one of the supporting organisations for the Asia Pacific Electronic Health Records Conference, co-organised by Hong Kong Society of Medical Informatics, eHealth Consortium and HL7 Hong Kong, to be held at the Hong Kong Science Park on 17-18 October 2019. 

The Conference will provide a timely opportunity for national policy makers, professionals from healthcare and health informatics industries, as well as the ICT industry players from different parts of the world to share experiences and discuss the policy issues with the professionals and experts in Hong Kong.  For details, please visit the Conference website at http://www.ehealth.org.hk/APEHRC2019

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Tokyo, Singapore and Osaka ranked top 3 on the World’s Safe Cities list 2019 released by the Economist Intelligence Unit. The 2019 Safe Cities Index ranks 60 cities across 57 indicators covering digital security, health security, infrastructure security and personal security. It is the third time Tokyo was on the top since the biennial ranking started in 2015. To know more, please visit the blog article of the HKJCDPRI:
Link:
http://www.hkjcdpri.org.hk/new-indicators-resilience-added-safe-cities-index-2019-tokyo-singapore-and-osaka-ranked-top-3

To support the International Day of Disaster Reduction, HKJCDPRI is going to hold Disaster Reduction Carnival to generate awareness on disaster responsiveness among the general public, especially local families. With the support of 11 NGOs and government organsations, the Carnival is going to have STEM workshops and 12 game booths, including VR game and art classes. A fun day for all! Please bring your families and friends:

Time: 20 October 2019 (11am-6pm)
Location: D.Park, Tsuen Wan

The HKJC ILCM, in collaboration with Hong Kong Society of Critical Care Medicine (HKSCCM) and Hong Kong College of Critical Care Nursing (HKCCCN), hosted the third Advanced Simulation Training in Mechanical Ventilation on 25 & 26/09/2019. This event brought together leading experts, medical professions & industry representatives, to share the latest experience & knowledge on Mechanical Ventilation technology & techniques.

Immensely welcomed by medical professions which numbers of class seats were increased on request, these two one-day identical training attracted 23 participants each class which were initially planned to accommodate 20 each.

The trainings were delivered through concise introductory lectures, interactive case-based practical sessions and interactive advanced medical equipment introduction with the support of equipment suppliers.

Procedural Sedation Safety Course (PSSC)
Procedural Sedation Safety course aims at enhancing patient safety during procedural sedation by acquiring a scientific foundation of safe practice. In the course, participants will experience the high fidelity of simulated scenarios concerning procedural sedation practice and take part in an interactive problem-based learning. Upon completion of this course, participants will have a deeper understanding of the monitoring during procedure and recovery; and be able to recognise promptly and manage the sedation-related complications. The primary audience is all those doctors involved in procedural sedation practice

The course will be held at HKJC ILCM on 20 October 2019.

Debriefing Skills for Simulation Instructors Course (DSSIC)
This newly developed DSSIC aims to provide the essential knowledge and skills to develop learners’ competence in debriefing methods commonly used in simulation training courses. This course is suitable for those who wish to learn more about simulation-based learning and to apply the techniques of debriefing and feedback as a tool in teaching adult learners.

DSSIC is a two-day course and will be held at HKJC ILCM on the dates listed above. The primary audience is healthcare professionals who would like to start simulation-based teaching in their field.

For further details about the above courses and registration, please visit ILCM website at www.hkjcilcm.hk.

Enquiries:
Tel: (852) 2871 8718
Email: [email protected]

The gathering held at the Academy Lounge on the day following Mid-Autumn Festival was a big success. Over 100 Fellows and their families joined to connect with each other in the festive occasion with barbecue and party delights served. 4 live bands formed by talented Fellows performed and share their passion for music. The participants voted for the Most Favourite Band after all the spectacular performance.

The Academy’s Social Subcommittee hopes to enhance the sense of belonging to the Academy and strengthen cohesion amongst Fellows through networking activities.  

The Academy Council again hosted a dinner to recognise outstanding achievements of some distinguished young Fellows nominated by Colleges. This year, 26 distinguished Fellows were recognised. President Prof. C.S. Lau congratulated them on their accomplishments, and encouraged greater engagement in Academy’s activities and affairs so as to better understand the Academy’s objectives and work.
 
We were very honoured by the presence of the Academy’s Past Presidents, Dr. David Fang, Prof. Grace Tang and Prof. Raymond Liang as well as our Honorary Fellow Prof. Rosie Young. Members of the Young Fellows Chapter 2019-20 also joined the dinner.

Prof. Rosie Young made an insightful remarks, which highlighted the importance of nurturing and grooming future medical leaders while striving for excellence in own profession.

Vice-President (Education and Examinations) Prof. Gilberto Leung presented an abstract titled “Ensuring Continued Competency beyond Fellowship Training: Experience from Hong Kong” at the symposium. He shared the Academy’s experience in the development, implementation and quality assurance of the CME / CPD system as well as progress on drafting guidelines for medical credentialling. He also participated in the closing panel discussion moderated by the IAMRA Chair Dr. Tebogo Kgosietsile Solomon Letlape, sharing perspectives on the topic of “Career Paths for Senior Physicians in the era of an aging population” and views on issues in relation to different areas of practice.

Officers attended the ceremonies as a platform guest and shared the happiness with the newly admitted College Fellows whose outstanding achievements were recognised.

RCSEd/CSHK Conjoint Diploma Conferment Ceremony attended by President Prof. C.S. Lau on 21 September 2019

Fellowship Conferment Ceremony and EK Yeoh Oration of the Hong Kong College of Community Medicine attended by Editor Prof. Martin Wong on 28 September 2019

President Prof. C.S. Lau attended the Annual Scientific Meeting of the Chinese Dementia Research Association Ltd on 21 September 2019. Invited experts shared insights on different aspects of all-round care for the persons with dementia as well as their excellence work from medical, psycho-social, feeding and functional perspectives.

President Prof. C.S. Lau attended the Annual Scientific Meeting of the Federation of Medical Societies of Hong Kong (FMSHK) 2019 titled “Innovative Medical Technologies”. Prof. Lau delivered a speech in relation to the Academy’s role in specialist education and training.

The Community Medical and Education Service Association (HK) held its Annual Meeting cum Volunteer Recognition Ceremony on 22 September 2019. President Prof. C.S. Lau was invited as an official platform guest and delivered a speech in appreciation of the volunteers’ commitment.

Social Subcommittee formed to connect Fellows

For details about various discounts being offered, please refer to the eblasts on membership services included under Fellows’ section of the Academy’s website.

A wide range of well-designed, quality Academy gifts and accessories are available at the Academy Lounge. You may also place an order by completing and returning an order form to the Secretariat.

The Academy offers a wide range of venues suitable for meetings, conferences and your special occasions of different scales. Onsite logistical and technical support, event planning as well as catering services are also available.

Anniversary, Reunion and Birthday Offers
Celebrate your special moment or make your special gathering unforgettable by hosting a lunch or dinner at the Academy.  Fellows can now get a free celebratory item when dining at our venues for such occasions. Terms and conditions apply.

Make a booking enquiry online now.
Link: https://online.hkam.org.hk/form/BookingEnquiry

The Academy Lounge is a nicely decorated place with cosy atmosphere ideal for social occasions. The Lounge offers a menu of gourmet appetisers and drinks.

The Scientific Symposium on Emergency Medicine (SSEM), organised by Hong Kong College of Emergency Medicine and supported by Hong Kong Society for Emergency Medicine and Surgery, Hong Kong College of Emergency Nursing and Hong Kong Emergency Nurses Association, will be held on 26 October 2019 at the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine Jockey Club Building, Aberdeen, Hong Kong.

• Programme
• Register here

More information will be available at the website: http://www.ssem2019.org/

The Royal College of Radiologists and Hong Kong College of Radiologists will jointly organise the 8th Joint Scientific Meeting of The Royal College of Radiologists & Hong Kong College of Radiologists and 27th Annual Scientific Meeting of HKCR on 16-17 November 2019 at Hong Kong Academy of Medicine Jockey Club Building.

HIGHLIGHTS
Artificial Intelligence
Genitourinary Malignancies
Paediatric Radiology
Multidisciplinary Symposium: Carcinoma of Rectum

Please visit HKCR website for updated meeting programme and information: https://www.hkcr.org/news.php/events_list/cid,0/nid,146

The Private Healthcare Facilities Ordinance (“the Ordinance”), passed in November 2018, provides for a new regulatory regime for private healthcare facilities.

Under the Ordinance, all premises where registered medical practitioners and/or dentists practise are required to have either a licence or a letter of exemption from the Department of Health (DH).

DH is organising a series of briefing sessions on the Ordinance with interactive discussions, starting from August 2019. Seats are limited. Please register early.

Click here for details on the briefings and regulatory regime.

For enquiry and registration, please contact DH at (852) 3107 2939.

Do you know how the plague brought about the changes to Hong Kong’s health care system for good? Have you heard of Lock Hospital in Hong Kong in the 19th Century? By joining the guided tour, you will walk past the historical buildings and sites in Sheung Wan and Sai Ying Pun, which reflects the development of medical history in Hong Kong.

The Academy of Experts (AoE) will run several Expert Witness training courses in Hong Kong in November 2019. The Academy is a supporting organisation for the courses. Fellows can enjoy special rates. All the registrations should be sent directly to the organiser. Please click here for further details.

The annual practising certificates of doctors for the year 2019 will expire on 31 December 2019. Fellows are reminded to make timely application to the Medical Council of Hong Kong for renewal of their annual practising certificates for the year 2020 if they will be practising beyond the said expiry date.

The eHealth News is published to help people understand better the latest eHR development. The most recent issue of eHealth News has been published and is available at the Electronic Health Record (eHR) Office website:

• eHealth News (English | Chinese)

Please note the following announcement from the Drug Office of Department of Health:

• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT): further information on the known increased risk of breast cancer with HRT and its persistence after stopping
• FDA warns about rare but severe lung inflammation with Ibrance, Kisgali, and Verzenio for breast cancer
• Health Canada advises Canadians to exercise caution when taking gabapentin or pregabalin with opioids
• Potential contamination of Ranitidine with N-nitrosodimethylamine
• Montelukast (Singulair): reminder of the risk of neuropsychiatric reactions