President’s Message

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dear Fellows and Colleagues,

I am deeply honored and privileged to serve as the President of The College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong.

Together with the newly elected office bearers and councilors, I will strive to uphold our world-class training programme, enhance the quality of care for our patients and continue to promote professional development and education for ophthalmologists in Hong Kong.

Since the inception of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong on 25th October 1994, there have been tremendous advances in the training in ophthalmology as well as in the field of research and development. We have held numerous local and international meetings for the exchange of knowledge and expertise within the ophthalmic community in Hong Kong and beyond. Our members are at the forefront of the latest treatment and research, enabling us to provide the safest and the best possible care to our patients. These progresses could not have been achieved without the vision and dedication of our predecessors. With this solid foundation, our whole council is committed to building upon their legacies and bringing our profession to new heights. For the future generations of ophthalmologists, I will endeavor to nurture a healthy working environment and to support our fellows in their pursuit of excellence.

There are many new challenges to our profession in recent years, to name a few, our aging population with the heavy workload, the impact of artificial intelligence on medical practice, and the imbalance of manpower in the public and private sectors. However, with strong solidarity and unity, I am confident that we can find win-win solutions and overcome these challenges with ease and pride. Medicine is not just science but also an art; one that requires empathy, good communication skills, and collaboration with other allied health care professionals.
As ophthalmologists, we are blessed with the opportunity to make an improvement in our patients’ vision and hence make positive impact on their lives. Let us treasure this noble calling and be the guardians of vision of our patients and their families.

Last but not the least, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude and respect to our Past Presidents and Councilors, who have worked tirelessly and helped set the standard of excellence and directions of our College. Building on their accomplishments to our beloved profession, this Council will preserve the very high standards of clinical ophthalmic practice in Hong Kong and build a vibrant community of ophthalmologists for our society.

I am looking forward to more in-persons meetings and conferences as normalcy has resumed after the COVID-19 pandemic. I wish everyone good health and safety as we continue to serve our patients.

 
Dr. Emily FY YEUNG
President
The College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong
楊鳳儀醫生
香港眼科醫學院院長