Day 1
May 16, 2026
Day 2 (Hall B)
May 17, 2026
Day 2 (Hall C)
May 17, 2026
GSK Lunch Symposium (Chairman: Prof. Desmond Yap)
B Cell Therapies for Lupus Nephritis & Herpes Zoster Vaccination in Immunocompromised Population
Dr. Wen-Nan Huang (Taiwan, China)
Novo Nordisk Lunch Symposium (Chairman: Prof. Kathryn Tan)
Break
Opening Ceremony
David Todd Distinguished Lecture (Chairman: Prof. Hung-Fat Tse)
Prof. Chak-Sing Lau
The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
Leveraging China’s Rapid Growth in Medicine and Health
Prof. Chak-Sing Lau (Hong Kong, China)
Session 1 - Future Diagnostics & Therapeutics (Chairmen: Prof. Koon-Ho Chan & Prof. Walter WK Seto)
Prof. Frederick Raal
University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
Prof. Khuloud Al-Jamal
The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
Novel Drug Delivery and Nano-medicine
Prof. Khuloud Al-Jamal (Hong Kong, China)
Breaking Barriers in Lipid Control: Innovative Therapies for Better Outcomes
Prof. Frederick Raal (South Africa)
From Theory to Practice: Optimizing the Use of Biomarkers in the Alzheimer's Disease Patient Journey
Prof. Craig Ritchie (United Kingdom)
Coffee Break
Richard Yu Lecture (Chairmen: Prof. Daniel Chan & Prof. Richard Yu)
Prof. Ivan Hung
The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
The Next Pandemic: Forecasting, Fear, and Readiness
Prof. Ivan Hung (Hong Kong, China)
Session 2 - Infectious Diseases & Prevention (Chairmen: Prof. Ivan Hung & Dr. Anthony Tam)
Prof. Peter Openshaw
Imperial College London, United Kingdom
More than Childhood Virus: Uncovering and Preventing RSV Disease in Adults
Prof. Peter Openshaw (United Kingdom)
Novel Vaccine Platforms for Prevention of Respiratory Viral Infection
Prof. Raven Kok (Hong Kong, China)
Impact of the Shift of US Vaccination Policy on Global Health
Dr. Angela Rasmussen (Canada)
Interactive Workshop I (Chairmen: Dr. Alan Lee & Dr. Eunice Leung)
Dr. Chariene Woo
Queen Mary Hospital, Hong Kong, China
Prof. Thomas Ebert
University of Leipzig, Germany
Rethinking Guidelines Beyond BMI: The Role of GIP+GLP-1 RA in Addressing the Pathophysiology of Obesity
Prof. Thomas Ebert (Germany)
Practical Tips in Diabetes Mellitus: Continuous Glucose Monitoring and Medication Titration
Dr. Chariene Woo (Hong Kong, China)
Session 3 - Haematology & Medical Oncology (Chairmen: Prof. Harry Gill & Prof. Bryan Li)
Hematological, Cardiovascular and Aging-Related Implications of Clonal Hematopoiesis
Dr. Min-Han Tan (Singapore)
Navigation of the Anemia Management in LR-MDS with Focusing on the Perspective from Mainland Regional Hospital
Prof. Yu Wu (China)
Coffee Break
Session 4 - Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic Health
Prof. Takashi Yokoo
Jikei University School of Medicine, Japan
Prof. Alberico Catapano
University of Milan, Italy
Prof. Hung-Fat Tse
The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
Advancing CKD Management: Expanding Protection for a Broader Patient Population
Prof. Takashi Yokoo (Japan)
Latest Advances in the Diagnosis and Management of TTR Amyloidosis
Prof. Hung-Fat Tse (Hong Kong, China)
Current Challenges in LDL-C Control and New Therapeutic Options: Insights from European Registries
Prof. Alberico Catapano (Italy)
Lunch Break
Boehringer Ingelheim Lunch Symposium (Chairman: Prof. Emmanuel Wong)
Prof. Theresa McDonagh
King’s College Hospital,
United Kingdom
The Evolving HF Management Map: Strategies Across LVEF and the Treatment Course
Prof. Theresa McDonagh (United Kingdom)
Bayer Lunch Symposium (Chairman: Prof. Paul Lee)
Prof. Shelley Zieroth
University of Manitoba, Canada
Management of Cardio-Renal-Metabolic Conditions: What, Why and How?
Prof. Shelley Zieroth (Canada)
Session 5 - Nephrology (Chairmen: Prof. Becky Ma & Prof. Sydney Tang)
Prof. Emilio Sánchez
Hospital Universitario de Cabueñes, Spain
Prof. Hong Zhang
Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
Addressing the Calcium-Phosphorus Product and Cardiovascular Risk in Dialysis Patients
Prof. Emilio Sánchez (Spain)
Optimizing Advanced Therapy in IgA Nephropathy: Clinical Strategies and Considerations
Prof. Hong Zhang (Beijing, China)
A Milestone in ADPKD Management: from Clinical Settings to Local Society
Prof. Yong-Chul Kim (South Korea)
Coffee Break
Session 6 - Respiratory Medicine (Chairmen: Prof. Florence Chan & Prof. David Lam)
Prof. James Ho
The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
Prof. Kay-Choong See
National University Hospital, Singapore
Prof. Herbert Kwok
The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
Precision Medicine in Severe Type 2 Asthma
Prof. James Ho (Hong Kong, China)
Strengthening COPD Stability: Starting with Exacerbation Prevention Through Optimal SITT
Prof. Kay-Choong See (Singapore)
Optimizing COPD Management: The Role of Dual Bronchodilation Amidst Evolving Therapeutic Options
Prof. Herbert Kwok (Hong Kong, China)
Closing Remarks
Interactive Workshop II (Chairmen: Dr. Yat-Fung Shea & Prof. Iris Tang)
Prof. Jacqueline Yuen
The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
Dr. Jane Wong
Queen Mary Hospital & The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
Allergy Diagnosis with Skin Tests: Practical Insights
Dr. Jane Wong (Hong Kong, China)
From Law to Bedside: Implementing Hong Kong’s New Advance Medical Directive Legislation in Clinical Practice
Prof. Jacqueline Yuen (Hong Kong, China)
Session 7 - Health in Women & Elderly (Chairmen: Prof. David Lui & Prof. Jacqueline Yuen)
Dr. Natassia Rodrigo
Royal North Shore Hospital,
Australia
Integrating Fezolinetant into VMS Treatment Landscape: Clinical Integration Strategies for Diverse Patient Needs
Dr. Natassia Rodrigo (Australia)
Anabolic Therapies: Unmatched Gains in BMD in Osteoporosis Treatment
Prof. Charles Inderjeeth (Australia)
Coffee Break
Session 8 - Neurology (Chairmen: Dr. Shirley Pang & Prof. Kay-Cheong Teo)
Prof. Gary Lau
The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
Prof. Jintai Yu
Fudan University, China
From Data to Decisions: Using Real-World Evidence to Support Migraine Management Optimization
Dr. Julia Shahnaz Merican (Malaysia)
Latest Diagnosis and Treatment for Alzheimer's Disease
Prof. Jintai Yu (China)
Revolutionising Acute Ischemic Stroke Care: The 30-Year Journey and Beyond
Prof. Gary Lau (Hong Kong, China)
Lunch Break
AstraZeneca Lunch Symposium 1 (Chairman: Dr. Maggie Mok)
Prof. David Wheeler
University College London, United Kingdom
Navigating the CKD Journey - Prevent CKD Progression & Managing CKD Anaemia
Prof. David Wheeler (United Kingdom)
AstraZeneca Lunch Symposium 2 (Chairman: Prof. Herbert Kwok)
Chronic Airway Management: Cough-Variant Asthma and At-Risk COPD
Prof. Jennifer Quint (United Kingdom)
Session 9 - Gastroenterology & Hepatology (Chairmen: Prof. Michael Cheung & Prof. Thomas Lui)
Prof. Takashi Kawai
Tokyo Medical University Hospital, Japan
Prof. Alan Barkun
McGill University, Canada
Prof. Loey Mak
The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
Non-Variceal Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding: A 2026 Update
Prof. Alan Barkun (Canada)
Functional Cure in Chronic Hepatitis B Management
Prof. Loey Mak (Hong Kong, China)
The Impact of Gastric Acid Control on Helicobacter pylori Eradication Success
Prof. Takashi Kawai (Japan)
Coffee Break
Session 10 - Dermatology, Rheumatology & Clinical Immunology (Chairmen: Dr. Teresa Li & Dr. Christina Wong)
Prof. Philip Li
The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
Vitiligo – Advancing Treatment Strategies and Outcomes
Dr. Johnny Chan (Hong Kong, China)
Identifying High-risk-to-progress Psoriatic Disease Phenotypes and Strategies to Prevent Disease Progression
Dr. Martin Chung (Hong Kong, China)
Empowering Primary Care in Atopic Dermatitis: The Role of Next-Generation Biologics in Long-Term Disease Control
Prof. Philip Li (Hong Kong, China)