The year 2018 marks the Silver Jubilee of the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine (Academy). It is an opportune time for us to reiterate our core values and celebrate our achievements together with all our Fellows and trainees.

The Academy, playing its statutory role, is committed to maintaining high standards of medical and dental specialist training in Hong Kong. From around 2,000 Fellows when it was established in 1993, the Academy is now the home of the 15 constituent specialty Colleges for over 7,500 Fellows. We are delighted that our achievements have been recorded beyond the territory, building strong networks with national and international strategic partners. Such results would not have been possible without the staunch support of the Government and various stakeholders in the healthcare sector throughout the years.

The Academy’s anniversary slogan is “Medical Excellence for a Healthy Future”, which conveys our mission to upholding medical professionalism and nurturing young leaders for better healthcare. A series of activities and initiatives will be organised during the year. Our finale Anniversary Congress on 7-9 December 2018 is an auspicious occasion gathering local and international healthcare leaders and experts at the Academy building to exchange knowledge and experience. The Congress, with the theme “Beyond 25: New Paradigms in Healthcare”, will serve as an excellent platform for participants to share views on medical advances, innovative technologies and challenges in different specialties.

On behalf of the Academy, we would like to thank all those who have given us their valuable advice and assistance. To our Fellows, trainees and friends, your support and participation in our celebratory activities would make our anniversary memorable and meaningful. We look forward to seeing you at our events!