The HKUMAA celebrated its 25th Anniversary with a memorable dinner event titled “Our Silver Voyage” on 18 October 2024. The dinner, held at the Orchid Room of the Hong Kong Golf Club, brought together 31 esteemed guests who have been integral parts to HKUMAA’s journey, including past and present Executive Committee and Sub-Committee members.

The HKUMAA 25th Anniversary Family Sports and Fun Fiesta was a resounding success, held amidst a hot and exhilarating atmosphere on 29 September 2024.

With temperature reaching 32°C, approximately 250 alumni, family members, and friends gathered at the Stanley Ho Sports Centre to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the establishment of HKUMAA. The event was graced by esteemed guests including, President of HKUMAA; Professor Rosie Young, Founding President; Dr Kathleen So and Professor Matthew Tsui, Past Presidents; Dr Flora Tsang and Dr Victor Yeung, Vice-Presidents; Professor Gilberto Leung, President of the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine (HKAM); and Professor Patrick Chung, Assistant Dean (Alumni Engagement) of HKUMed.

Dr Wong Tai Wai, Honorary Clinical Associate Professor at the Department of Emergency Medicine in HKUMed and a graduate of MBBS 1980, delivered a captivating dinner talk entitled “From the 1st Dean to the 1st Lady Medical Student - Notable Doctors before the War” on 9 August 2024. The talk highlighted the significant contributions of notable doctors before the war and showcased the determination and achievements of the first lady medical students in a male-dominated field at that time. [more]

HKUMAA held its 130 Mentorship Programme 5th Sharing Forum via Zoom on 19 May 2024. The forum covered three specialties of Pathology, Paediatrics, and Psychiatry. The event provided a valuable opportunity for medical students and young alumni to connect with experienced pathologist, paediatrist and psychiatrist, gaining a deeper understanding on the specialties and professional training. [more]

On 5 May 2024, about 40 medical alumni and their family members visited T Park, Hong Kong’s first self-sustained sludge treatment facility that showcases the concept of waste-to-energy. The day began with a delicious seafood lunch in Lau Fau Shan, an enchanting fishing village known for its rich history and cultural heritage. The group then joined a guided tour to learn about the background and objectives of T Park, as well as the sludge treatment process and the waste-to-energy technology. They also enjoyed the scenic views of the park and its surroundings. [more]

On 1 March 2024, almost 200 alumni and guests gathered at Chariot Club to celebrate the Year of the Dragon, filling the Spring Dinner with immense joy and excitement. This year holds special significance as it marks the 25th anniversary of HKUMAA. The Executive Committee and Sub-committee members came together to cut a birthday cake. Professor Rosie Young, the founder of HKUMAA in 1999, expressed her hope at the Dinner that the Association would continue to foster unity and solidarity among alumni of different generations. [more]

HKUMAA Inauguration Ceremony for the 4th cohort of the 130 Mentorship Programme was held on 14 January 2024. The event saw the participation of 100 mentors and mentees. Professor Rosie Young, Dr Kathleen So, Professor Gilberto Leung and Professor Gordon Wong also supported the event. [more]

Almost 20 members of HKU Medical Alumni Association (HKUMAA) and their family members and friends gathered together to kickstart 2024 by participating in a meaningful hiking trail clean-up activity on Sunday, 7 January. The event was co-organised by HKUMAA and Trailsweeper, an organisation that promotes environmental conservation through cleaning up hiking trails. [more]

Our renowned alumnus Professor Lo Chung Mau, Secretary for Health, delivered an inspiring talk after the 23rd Annual General Meeting of HKUMAA on 2 August 2023. Over 60 alumni, members of the Faculty and friends participated in the talk in person and via Zoom. Professor Lo shared his captivating journey through his family and professional life. His anecdotes resonated deeply with the audience, evoking laughter and reflection. [more]

The HKUMAA Band Show 2023 that took place at Grappas’ Cellar on 17 June was a blast, drawing approximately 90 medical alumni, students and friends together for an enjoyable Saturday afternoon filled with great music and nice food!

The band show featured not only the soulful performance by Dr Kenneth Liu, and the amazing voice by Dr David Fang who sang with Dr Thomas Tsang’s wonderful piano accompaniment, but also band performances including the alumni acapella group Medipella, the student band Medici Band, who rocked the stage with their energetic performance, and last but not least the alumni band Synapse, who created memorable experience that left the audience wanting more. [more]

HKUMAA organised the 4th Sharing Forum of the 130 Mentorship Programme on 20 May 2023. The event was a great success, bringing together practicing physicians, HR professional, mentors and mentees, MBBS students, and young medical alumni. Over 60 participants have joined the session.

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The HKUMAA Spring Dinner was back on 17 February 2023! It was the first face-to-face alumni event in the new Year of the Rabbit. The event brought together over 200 alumni and friends and provided the perfect backdrop for different generations of members of the HKU medical family and friends to reconnect and make new friends. In the welcoming remarks, Dr Matthew Tsui, President of HKUMAA, expressed his warm welcome and gratitude to all guests and highlighted the association’s activities in the past year. Professor Chak-sing Lau, Dean of HKUMed, shared the updates of the Faculty’s development. Guests enjoyed the two live music performances during the dinner by Medipella and Dr Annabel Choy. The night also featured the lucky draw with many exciting prizes. Everyone enjoyed the evening and leaving with full bellies and big smiles.  [more]

A football match was organised on 8 January 2023 at Stanley Ho Sports Centre to provide a chance of reunion. More than 30 MBBS alumni and students joined the match and were divided into blue and yellow teams. Dr Lai Wai Ming led the blue team and Dr Lam Kwong Chin led the yellow team. With their utmost to score goals, the yellow team won by beating the blue team 2-0 in a penalty shootout after a 5-5 draw. Professor CS Lau, Dean of HKUMed, was invited to present the prizes to the winners. Dr She Wong Hoi of the yellow team, who scored four goals in the match, was awarded The Most Valuable Player. Blessed by the weather, the event provided a great occasion for exercise, reunion and socialising among the alumni. The participants' spirits were high and they enjoyed the game immensely.  [more]