Annual General Meeting 2025 & Scientific Symposium on Cryopreservation in Adolescents with Klinefelter Syndrome: Perspectives from Gynaecologist & Urologists

We are delighted to let you know that our 2025 Annual Scientific Symposium (ASM) and 25th Annual General Meeting ( AGM) are going to be held on 20 Feb 2025 (Thursday).

Date: 20 Feb 2025 (Thursday)

Time: 

1. Annual Scientific Symposium (ASM): 18:55-20:15

2. Annual General Meeting (AGM): 20:15-20:30

Venue: Multi-function room, 3A, Ambulatory Paediatric & Adolescent Centre, Kwong Wah Hospital

 

For further details, you may wish to refer to the attached rundown poster for more details.

One CME point has been accredited by the Hong Kong College of Paediatricians.

One CME point has been accredited by the College of Surgeons of Hong Kong 

One CME point has been accredited by  the Hong Kong College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

 

HKSPEM Scientific Symposium

We are excited to announce the upcoming Scientific Symposium taking place on 29th November and 1st December 2024. We are particularly thrilled to welcome Prof. Mehul Dattai, a renowned expert in our field, to share his invaluable insights on congenital adrenal hyperplasia and hypopituitarism. 

Event Details:

Day 1

Date: 29 November 2024 (Friday) 

Time: 6:30-9:30 PM Hong Kong SAR

Location:Salon I-III Hyatt Regency, Tsim Sha Tsui

Day 2

Date: 1 December 2024 (Sunday)

Time: 8:45 AM -12:30 PM Hong Kong SAR

Location:Room 2, G/F, Block M, Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Please find the programme details and the registration QR code in the poster as attached. You can also register using the following link:

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Wft223ejIEG8VFnerX05yZR3t4INrJdHj31GsTEbr_BUNVA4SFY5NlAyVzdESUs1UUlCVjc5NzlSUC4u

RTHK Healthpedia 精靈一點 [兒童內分泌科學會系列] ：先天性腎上腺增生症

We are delighted to have Dr. Catherine Wong and Dr. Jacky Chung representing HKSPEM in an educational interview on RTHK Radio on 18 Sep 2024, discussing congenital adrenal hyperplasia.

If you missed the live interview, don’t worry! You can revisit the discussion on RTHKwebsite https://www.rthk.hk/radio/radio1/programme/healthpedia/episode/977011 (Part 2) 14:00-15:00 on 18/9/2024. 

RTHK Healthpedia 精靈一點 [兒童內分泌科學會系列] ：尿崩症

We are proud to announce that Dr. Lap Ming Wong and Dr. Thomas Tang represented the HKSPEM in an enlightening interview on RTHK Radio on 11 Sep 2024, discussing diabetes insipidis.

They shared valuable insights of this condition, helping to raise awareness and understanding among the public and medical community alike.

If you missed the live interview, don’t worry! You can revisit the discussion on RTHKwebsite https://www.rthk.hk/radio/radio1/programme/healthpedia/episode/975251 (Part 2) 14:00-15:00 on 11/9/2024. We encourage everyone to listen and learn more about diabetes insipidis.

HKSPEM Clinical Meeting on 31 October 2024

You are cordially invited to join our next HKSPEM clinical meeting on 31st October 2024. Please kindly find the details below.

Topic:A Girl with Thyrotoxicosis and Cardiac Arrest
Speakers: Dr Tong Ho Man Thomas, Dr Wong Chi Chung Hugo, Dr Chow Shuk In Judy
Supervisors: Dr YY Lam
Chairperson: Dr Joanna Tung
Date: 31 Oct 2024 06:30 PM Hong Kong SAR

Venus: Zoom meeting

https://hku.zoom.us/j/94238069819?pwd=NndZODVNMW43TGkwcTNEK0FzT0QzQT09

Meeting ID: 942 3806 9819

Passcode:223253

Public Education: Precocious Puberty #3

Thank you Dr. HC Yau's help to continue publishing precocious puberty part 3 in HKET for our society. Please visit the following link for the details:

https://health.hkej.com/health/article?suid=3852497

Acknowledgement: Thank you for the support by Takeda

RTHK Healthpedia 精靈一點 [兒童內分泌科學會系列] ：克林費特氏症 Klinefelter Syndrome

We are proud to announce that Dr. Gloria Pang and Dr. Queenie See represented the HKSPEM in an enlightening interview on RTHK Radio today, discussing Klinefelter syndrome.

During the segment, they shared valuable insights into the diagnosis, management, and implications of this condition, helping to raise awareness and understanding among the public and medical community alike.

If you missed the live interview, don’t worry! You can revisit the discussion on RTHKwebsite https://www.rthk.hk/radio/radio1/programme/healthpedia (Part 2)14:00-15:00 on 4/9/2024. We encourage everyone to listen and learn more about Klinefelter syndrome and its impact.

Lipodystrophy Scientific Exchange Meeting

                                

On August 29th, the Lipodystrophy Scientific Exchange Meeting proved to be a remarkable success. The event fostered an enriching dialogue on the latest advancements in the understanding and treatment of lipodystrophy, a rare condition characterized by a complete or partial loss of and/or abnormal distribution of adipose tissue in certain areas of your body. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our speakers and participants for their valuable contribution and impactful discussion. 

                       

Public Education: Precocious Puberty #2

Thank you Dr. Sammy Wong's help to continue publishing precocious puberty part 2 in HKET for our society. Please visit the following link for the details: 

https://health.hkej.com/health/article?suid=3819383&subjectline=%E3%80%90%E6%97%A9%E7%86%9F%E7%97%87%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97%232%E3%80%91%E6%97%A9%E7%86%9F%E7%97%87%E5%8F%AF%E8%83%BD%E6%98%AF%E8%85%A6%E9%83%A8%E5%87%BA%E7%8F%BE%E7%97%85%E8%AE%8A%E7%9A%84%E8%AD%A6%E8%99%9F++%E9%86%AB%E7%94%9F%E8%A7%A3%E9%87%8B%E8%A8%BA%E6%96%B7%E6%96%B9%E6%B3%95&fbclid=IwY2xjawEqtBBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHd6R_1u8NGDPWMvU_KmmeVJcCY2ERWQuAPHGV4mOpe13mTdbq4Ko37bgtA_aem_Hs7YT6yJolOT2SvEqdfo0A

Acknowledgement: Thank you for the support by Takeda

Lipodystrophy Scientific Exchange Meeting

We are happy to annouce the "Lipodystrophy Scientific Exchange meeting 2024". Please kindly find the details below:

Date & Time: August 29th, 2024 (Thursday); 7:00p.m. - 8:15p.m

Venue: Hybrid meeting. Shantung Room II, level 8, Cordes Hong Kong, 555 Shanghai Street, Mongkok, HK.

Speakers: 

Professor Elif A Oral, Professor of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan Medical School

Dr Gloria Pang, Department of Paediatrics, Hong Kong Children’s Hospital 

Organized by: The Hong Kong Society of Paediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism (HKSPEM)

CME application (Hong Kong College of Paediatricians): 1

You may wish to find more details in the attached rundown poster. Registration link is available in the QR code appended in the poster or via below:

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_C4jRbw8ERLidAPm5YbaycQ#/registration

Public Education: Precocious Puberty #1

As part of the society's ongoing effort to raise public awareness on important child health issues, Dr. Antony Fu, our deputy chair person, has recently published an informative column on the topic of precocious puberty in HKET. The column provides a comprehensive overview of precocious puberty. Please visit the following link for the details: 

https://health.hkej.com/health/article?suid=3797874&subjectline=%E3%80%90%E6%97%A9%E7%86%9F%E7%97%87%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97%231%E3%80%91%E5%AD%A9%E5%AD%90%E6%8F%90%E6%97%A9%E7%99%BC%E8%82%B2%E6%98%AF%E6%AD%A3%E5%B8%B8%E7%9A%84%E5%97%8E%EF%BC%9F%E8%AA%8D%E8%AD%98%E6%97%A9%E7%86%9F%E7%97%87%E7%9A%84%E6%88%90%E5%9B%A0%E5%92%8C%E5%BD%B1%E9%9F%BF

Acknowledgement: Thank you for the support by Takeda

HKSPEM Clinical Meeting on 27 June 2024

You are cordially invited to join our next HKSPEM clinical meeting on 27 June 2023. Please kindly find the details below.

Topic: Update on Paed T2DM Treatment
Speakers: Dr Jacky Chung, Cindy Chan and Jennie Wong
Supervisors: Dr CY Lee and Antony Fu
Chairperson: Dr Joanna Tung
Date: 27 June 2024 06:30 PM Hong Kong SAR

Venus: Zoom meeting

https://hku.zoom.us/j/94238069819?pwd=NndZODVNMW43TGkwcTNEK0FzT0QzQT09

Meeting ID: 942 3806 9819

Passcode:223253

Hypophosphatasia (HPP) - Diagnostic Pathway and Management

The HKSPEM Clinical Meetings on "Hypophosphatasia (HPP) - Diagnostic Pathway and Management" on 29th April 2024 brought together experts and practitioners in the field, contributing to the the advancement of knowledge and improved patient care in the management of Hypophosphatasia. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our co-organizers, speakers, and participants for their valuable contribution and impactful discussion. 

Hypophosphatasia (HPP): Diagnostic Pathway and Management

We are delighted to announce this "Hypophosphatasia (HPP): Diagnostic Pathway and Management". Please kindly find the details below:

Date & Time: April 29th, 2024 (Monday); 7:00p.m. - 8:30p.m

Venue: Lecture theatre, G/F, BLK M, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, 30 Gascoigne Road, Yau Ma Tei 

Speakers: 

• Dr. Toshimi Michigami, Dept of Bone and Mineral Research, Osaka Women's and Children;s Hospital
•  Dr. Michael To Kai Tsun,  Rare Disease Medical Center Deputy Director (Acting), Orthopedics Medical Center Director, Pediatric Orthopedics Supervisor HKU-Shenzhen Hospital

Organized by: The Hong Kong Society of Paediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism (HKSPEM) and Paediatric Orthopaedic Chapter

CME points for Hong Kong College of Paediatricians & Hong Kong College of Orthopaedic Surgeons: in progress

You may wish to find more details in the attached rundown poster. Registration link is available in the QR code appended in this post or via below:

The 13th Biennial Scientific Meeting of APPES

The 13th Biennial Scientific Meeting of APPES, co-organised by the Asia Pacific Pediatric Endocrine Society (APPES) & Indian Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Endocrinology (ISPAE), will be held on 2nd – 5th, October 2024 at Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre), Dwarka, New Delhi. If you are interested, please visit: https://appes2024.org/ Early bird registration till 15 April 2024. Don't miss the chance!

The 25th APPES Fellows' Meeting

The 25th APPES Fellows' Meeting will be held in New Delhi, India  from Saturday 28 September to Wednesday 2 October 2024 and it is now open for application. If you are interested, pls refer to the attached files for further details. Please note that the deadline for application will be on 5 April 2024 and please submit your application to the APPES Fellows School at https://willorganise.eventsair.com/2024-appes-fellows-school/

APPES Fellow Education Series 2024

We are delighted to share with you that APPES Fellow Education Series 2024 is now open for registration.

For more information, please visit: https://willorganise.eventsair.com/appes-meetings

XLH Impact on Paediatric Patients: An Elucidation of Real Life Case Management Strategies

The symposium on "XLH Impact on Paediatric Patients: An Elucidation of Real Life Case Management Strategies" held on 8th March 2024 was a resounding success. The engaging presentations by the esteemed speakers, the insightful discussions on case management strategies, and the networking opportunities all contributed to the event's success. It served as a platform for knowledge sharing, professional development, and collaboration among healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the care and outcomes of paediatric patients with XLH. 

The HKSPEM Annual Scientific Meeting cum AGM

The HKSPEM Annual Scientific Meeting cum AGM held on 2 March 2024 was an immense success, captivating attendees with its insightful presentations on the future of diabetic care, specifically focusing on exploring insulin pump therapy. The event fostered collaboration, networking, and knowledge exchange among healthcare professionals, creating a platform for interdisciplinary discussions and promoting innovation in diabetic care. Additionally, council members were elected for the year 2024 to 2026. Their dedication and commitment will undoubtedly contribute to the continued success and growth of the HKSPEM in the years to come.

Updated HKSPEM Council Member List 2024-2026

Updated HKSPEM Council Member List 2024-2026

President
Dr. TUNG Yuet Ling, Joanna

Vice-President 
Dr. FU Chun Cheung, Antony

Hon. Secretary / Website Maintenance 
Dr. SEE Wing Shan, Queenie

Hon. Treasurer 
Dr. CHAN Kwong Tat, Patrick

Council Members

Dr CHUNG Ying Ki, Jacky

Dr LO Wai Chee, Priscilla

Dr PANG Shir Wey, Gloria

Dr TONG Ho Man, Thomas

Dr WONG Lap Ming

Dr WONG Tse Wai, Catherine

Dr WONG Wai Chun, Sammy

Dr YAU Ho Chung

Immediate Past President
Dr. WONG Man Yee, Shirley

Honorary Medical Advisors

Dr. BUT Wai Man, Betty

Dr. CHEUNG PIK TO

Dr. KWAN Yin Wah, Elaine

Dr. LAM Yuen Yu

Honorary Legal Advisor
Mr. LEUNG Ronald