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

The APPES-ISPAE Joint Meeting 2024

Please be noted the coming 13th Biennial Scientific Meeting of the Asia Pacific Pediatric Endocrine Society (APPES), co-organised by the APPES and the Indian Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Endocrinology (ISPAE) will be held on October 2-5, 2024, at Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre) in Dwarka, New Delhi, India.

You may wish to look for more details via the link below:
https://appes2024.org/

香港兒童內分泌科學會祝願大家新一年心想事成、身體健康! ㊗‼ | Lunar New Year Greetings from HKSPEM

XLH impact on Paediatric Patient: real life case management strategies

We are delighted to announce this "XLH impact on Paediatric Patients: an Elucidation of Real Life Case Management Strategies". Please kindly find the details below:

Date & Time: March 8th, 2024 (Friday); 7:00p.m. - 10:00p.m

Venue: Maison Gaia, 503, 5/F, K11 MUSEA, 18 Salisbury Road Tsimshatsui, Kowloon 

Speakers: 

• Professor Craig Frank John MUNNS Head, Mayne Academy of Paediatrics; Director, Child Health Research Centre; Paediatric Endocrinologist, QCH 
• Dr Catherine WONG, Department of Paediatrics, Queen Elizabeth Hospital 
• Dr Geoffrey YU, Department of Paediatrics, Queen Mary Hospital 

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

CME application (Hong Kong College of Paediatricians): 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:

https://forms.gle/rSbcvCqzEKNUgbof6

Unlocking the Potential of Insulin Pump Therapy: A Practical Workshop

Apart from our coming ASM cum AGM on 2 March afternoon, we are happy to let you know there will be an insulin pump workshop in the morning. Please kindly find the meeting details below:

Workshop name: Unlocking the Potential of Insulin Pump Therapy: A Practical Workshop

Date: 2 March 2024 (Saturday) 

Time: 9:00am - 1:30pm 

Venue: Salon ll-lll, Lobby Level, Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui 

Organizer: The Hong Kong Society of Paediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism 

Sole sponsor: Medtronic Hong Kong Medical Limited 

CME application is in progress (Hong Kong College of Paediatricians). The registration deadline is 19 February 2024. After registration, a confirmation email will be sent to you by 27 February 2024.

Please kindly register via the link below or scan the QR code in the attached poster:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqdVKw1Y8Qa8JP4zCrsaJ1PgOjpi6Lc6Z2tLYSJOAJBSwa-g/viewform

HKSPEM Annual Scientific Meeting cum Annual General Meeting

We are delighted to let you know that our 2024 Annual Scientific Symposium (ASM) and 24th Annual General Meeting (AGM) are going to be held on 2 March 2024 (Saturday).

 

Both the AGM and ASM will be held in Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui. You may wish to refer to the attached rundown poster for more details.

CME application is in progress (Hong Kong College of Paediatricians). The registration deadline is 19 February 2024. After registration, a confirmation email will be sent to you by 27 February 2024.

Please register via the link below or via the QR code in the attached poster:

"Annual Scientific Meeting cum Annual General Meeting: The Future of Diabetes Care: Exploring Insulin Pump Therapy" Registration (google.com)