Student and Alumni Reflections
Bridging Medicine and Research

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Dr Matthew Hsu Shi-shin, a 2022 MBBS graduate from HKUMed, demonstrates the value of blending medical training with research to build a career as a clinician-scientist. During his Enrichment Year, Dr Hsu pursued the Master of Research in Medicine (MRes[Med]), a decision that significantly shaped his professional path.

‘I've always been drawn to advancements in medical science,’ said Dr Hsu. The MRes[Med] enabled him to engage in research, leading to his first publication in Hypertension. The research team's study on the gut microbiome's role in hypertension gained recognition from the American Heart Association. Attending conferences and interacting with global experts further enriched his perspective.

The MRes[Med] strengthened Dr Hsu's research capabilities and provided him with expertise in bioinformatics and statistics, which he now applies as a Clinical Practitioner in the Department of Pathology, SClinMed. ‘The MRes equipped me with skills I use daily,’ he noted.

HKUMed's four-year graduate entry medical track allows students to complete the MRes[Med] in one additional year, supporting the development of clinician-scientists. ‘The MRes[Med] expanded my opportunities and strengthened my career prospects,’ Dr Hsu stated. His journey underscores the impact of combining clinical and research training.

‘The MRes[Med] expanded my opportunities and strengthened my career prospects.’

Dr Matthew Hsu Shi-shin