Hong Kong Academy of Medicine

[Activity organized by Social Subcommittee]
Running improves fitness 💪, builds endurance 🙌and supports overall well-being 🌿. Join the HKAM Running Team to train together, connect with Fellows and specialist trainees across specialties 🤝, and enjoy the benefits of running. The team will represent the Academy in future friendly running competitions or events. 🏃‍♀️🏃🏃‍♂️🎽🔥

Led by Team Captains Dr. Louis Cheung and Dr. Debbie So, both emergency medicine specialists and marathon and trail running enthusiasts, the team welcomes individuals of all levels of experience and expertise.

✅ Participation is free.
🗓️ Registration available on or before 31 July 2026.
📝 https://online.hkam.org.hk/form/HKAMRunningTeam

For enquiries, please contact us at [email protected].

Come run, connect and stay healthy together! ❤️👟

online.hkam.org.hk

[Activity organized by Task Force on Well-Being]
Relieving your stress and enjoy a moment of peace by joining the mindfulness induction group on 5 July and 12 July 2026. 🧘‍♀️🧘

The mindfulness induction group will be guided by Dr. Ling Chiu with insightful sharing, interactive discussions and useful practical sessions included in this 2-day workshop.

🗓️ 5 July and 12 July 2026 (Sundays)
🕝 2:30pm – 3:45pm
📍 Academy Building

Registration: https://online.hkam.org.hk/form/mindfulness7

For enquiries, please contact us at [email protected].

The Hong Kong Academy of Medicine was honoured to conclude the cohort of 2025-2026 of the Empowerment of Young Leaders for Healthy China (健康中国建设菁英赋能计划), a six-month training programme under the National Capacity Building Programme for Human Resources For Health – Pillar on Inter-disciplinary, with the Closing Ceremony held on 25 May 2026 at the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine Jockey Club Building.

The Closing Ceremony was graced by Ms Li Wei, Deputy Director-General of Office of the Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Affairs of the National Health Commission of the People's Republic of China, Dr. Ronald Lam, Director of Health of the HKSAR Government, together with Academy President Prof. Philip Li and distinguished representatives from the relevant Mainland and Hong Kong healthcare and academic institutions, as well as representatives from the Institute of Philanthropy established by the Hong Kong Jockey Club.

The Programme brought together 48 public health and healthcare young leaders across the Mainland for training and exchange in Hong Kong, covering areas including public health systems, healthcare management, specialist training, quality and safety, and professional regulation.

The Academy is grateful for the guidance and support of the National Health Commission, the Institute of Philanthropy, and our different partner institutions, including the Faculties of Medicine and Schools of Public Health of The University of Hong Kong and The Chinese University of Hong Kong, the Department of Health, and the Hospital Authority.

We sincerely congratulate all participants on completing this meaningful journey and look forward to continued collaboration in advancing healthcare leadership and contributing to the development of Healthy China.

[Registration and Call for Abstracts Now Open]
We are pleased to announce that registration and abstract submission are now open for the Quadripartite Medical Education Conference (QMEC) 2026.

Hosted by the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine in collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine of The Chinese University of Hong Kong, the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine of The University of Hong Kong, and the Hospital Authority, the conference will take place at the HKAM Jockey Club Building, with pre-conference programmes on 4 September and the main conference on 5–6 September 2026.

Under the theme “Shaping the Future of Medical Education”, QMEC 2026 brings together four key institutions to foster collaboration, share insights, and advance medical education across the continuum from undergraduate to postgraduate training. The Conference will provide a platform for meaningful exchange, fresh perspectives, and active engagement among the medical and healthcare communities.

🔹 Submit your abstract by 3 July 2026: https://online.hkam.org.hk/qmec2026/abstract

🔹 Secure your spot by 14 August 2026: https://online.hkam.org.hk/form/qmec2026/

For more information, please visit https://online.hkam.org.hk/qmec2026/

[Activity organised by Social Subcommittee]

🎉Treat your dad with exquisite Cantonese dim sum and finest tea on Father’s Day at the Academy Building! 🎉
📅 Date: 21 Jun 2026 (Sunday)
🕒 Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm
📍 Venue: 1/F, Run Run Shaw Hall, Hong Kong Academy of Medicine Jockey Club Building
👨‍🍳 With chef recommendations (pre-order)
📝 Registration, lunch set menu and details:
https://online.hkam.org.hk/yumcha/202606
We will also provide:
🚗 Parking space 👶High chair 🍼 Baby care room

[Open for Registration]
An international symposium on “Medically Assisted Dying: Global Trends and Asian Perspectives” organized by the Centre for Medical Ethics and Law (CMEL) of the University of Hong Kong (HKU) will be held on 23 May 2026 (Saturday), 9:00am – 5:00pm (HKT) at Academic Conference Room, 11/F, Cheng Yu Tung Tower, Centennial Campus, HKU. This symposium seeks to explore diverse cultural perspectives on the ethical and legal challenges associated with medically assisted dying. Its primary goal is to foster cross-cultural dialogue among distinguished scholars, ethicists, legal experts, clinicians, and policymakers to identify common ground, inform future research, and develop inclusive, ethically sound, and culturally relevant legislative proposals for Hong Kong.

Organiser:
Centre for Medical Ethics and Law (CMEL), The University of Hong Kong

Supporting organisations:
- Professionalism and Ethics Committee, The Hong Kong Academy of Medicine
- Medical Ethics and Humanities Unit (MEHU), The University of Hong Kong

Interested Fellows and specialist trainees please click the below link to access the event details and register for the symposium.

https://cmel.hku.hk/events/international-symposium-on-medically-assisted-dying-global-trends-and-asian-perspectives/

Registration Deadline: 18 May 2026

*Only those whose registration is accepted will receive a confirmation of successful registration.

For enquiries, please feel free to contact CMEL at [email protected].

[Save the Date]

The Hong Kong Academy of Medicine (the Academy) is pleased to announce the Quadripartite Medical Education Conference (QMEC) 2026, to be hosted by the Academy in collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine of The Chinese University of Hong Kong, the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine of The University of Hong Kong, and the Hospital Authority. The Conference will be held at the Academy Building, with pre-conference workshops on 4 September, followed by the main Conference on 5 and 6 September 2026.

This inaugural conference brings together four key institutions with a shared vision to advance medical education from undergraduate to postgraduate training. Under the theme “Shaping the Future of Medical Education”, it provides a welcoming platform for collaboration, meaningful exchange, and fresh perspectives among educators, clinicians, researchers, medical students, and healthcare professionals from local and international settings.

For details of the tentative program, please refer to the website: https://online.hkam.org.hk/qmec2026/

Further updates, including registration details, etc., will be announced in due course. Stay tuned.

【Activity organised by Social Subcommittee】

🌷Treat your mum with exquisite Cantonese dim sum lunch and finest tea on Mother’s Day at the Academy Building! 💐❤️🩷

🗓️ Date: 10 May 2026, Sunday
🕛 Time: 12:00pm - 3:00pm
📍 Venue: 1/F, Run Run Shaw Hall, Hong Kong Academy of Medicine Jockey Club Building
👨‍🍳 With chef recommendations (pre-order)

📝 Registration and details: https://online.hkam.org.hk/yumcha/202605

We also provide:
✅ parking space ✅ high chair ✅ baby care room

[Activity organized by Task Force on Well-Being]

Positive psychology shifts the focus from treating mental illness to nurturing strengths, virtues and factors that contribute to a fulfilling life. It emphasizes enhancing well-being and resilience. This workshop introduces stress management through positive psychology to enhance well-being and work–life balance in healthcare settings. By applying these principles, you can also better equip yourself to support your patients, their families, and your colleagues and friends with greater empathy, resilience, and effectiveness. 🩷❤️☘️

📢 Please join the workshop which led by Dr. Chong King-yee, Specialist in Psychiatry, to enhance emotional resilience and foster sustainable well-being.

🗓️ Date: 30 May 2026, Saturday
🕒 Time: 3:00pm – 5:00pm
🏢 Venue: James Kung Meeting Room, 2/F, Hong Kong Academy of Medicine Jockey Club Building

📝 Registration and details: https://online.hkam.org.hk/form/PosPsychStress2026

[Open for Registration]
We are delighted to announce that the Sports and Exercise Medicine Summit, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine and the Hong Kong Sports Institute will be held on 14 March 2026 at Hong Kong Sports Institute. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to Medical Protection Society for their generous support of this event.

Join us for this one-day Summit featuring expert discussions on medical assessment, exercise prescription, injury management, and innovations in sports science and technology. A multidisciplinary panel will explore future directions in athlete care.

Limited seats are available on first-come, first served basis! Secure your spot today by registering at Sports & Exercise Medicine Website - https://online.hkam.org.hk/sem2026/

Apart from the Summit, a 30-hour Certificate Course in Sports & Exercise Medicine will be rolled out soon. Details will be announced in due course. Stay tuned!

For enquiries, please contact us at [email protected].