Understanding Thyroid Nodules: Diagnosis and Modern Surgical Options
A guide by a Hong Kong General Surgeon on diagnosing thyroid nodules, understanding when surgery is needed, and exploring modern, minimally invasive surgical techniques.
The Rising Importance of Colorectal Cancer Screening for GCC Residents
Prioritize your health with colorectal cancer screening. This preventable disease is on the rise in the GCC. Early detection is key to successful treatment. Learn about your options in Hong Kong.
Advances in Minimally Invasive Surgery: A New Era of Surgical Excellence
Discover the benefits of minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery with Dr. Tony T.F. Chan in Hong Kong. Learn how advanced techniques lead to faster recovery, less pain, and minimal scarring for various procedures.
The Evolution of Cardiac Surgery: From Open-Heart to Minimally Invasive Techniques
Dr. Suen Hon Chi discusses the evolution of cardiac surgery, from traditional open-heart procedures to modern minimally invasive techniques like robotic and thoracoscopic surgery, highlighting the benefits for patients.
A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Managing Anxiety and Depression for International Patients
This comprehensive guide provides information on anxiety and depression, explaining symptoms, their connection, and effective treatment strategies like CBT, with a focus on international patients in Hong Kong.
Modern Cataract Surgery: Restoring Vision with Advanced Lens Technology
Cataracts are a leading cause of vision loss. Modern cataract surgery in Hong Kong offers a safe, effective solution to restore clear vision, often reducing the need for glasses with advanced technology.
The CAR-T Cell Revolution: How Cellular Immunotherapy Is Transforming Blood Cancer Treatment in Hong Kong
From chemotherapy to CAR-T cells: Dr. Liu Sung Yu Herman explores the paradigm shift in treating lymphoma, leukaemia, and myeloma through cellular immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and the latest advances available in Hong Kong.
Head and Neck Tumour Surgery: From Robotic Innovation to Scarless Thyroidectomy in Hong Kong
A comprehensive guide to modern head and neck cancer surgery in Hong Kong, covering transoral robotic surgery, salvage nasopharyngectomy, scarless thyroidectomy (TOETVA), microvascular reconstruction, and sentinel lymph node biopsy — with a dedicated pathway for GCC patients.
Minimally Invasive Paediatric Surgery: Transforming Children's Surgical Care in Hong Kong
High-Risk Pregnancy Management and Fetal Medicine: Hong Kong's Centre of Excellence
The Biologic Revolution in Dermatology: How Targeted Therapies Are Transforming the Treatment of Psoriasis and Atopic Dermatitis
Biologic therapies targeting IL-17, IL-23, and IL-4/13 pathways have transformed the treatment of psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. With PASI 90 clearance achievable for most psoriasis patients and significant eczema improvements with dupilumab and JAK inhibitors, the therapeutic goals in dermatology have been fundamentally redefined.
Stereotactic Radiosurgery and Minimally Invasive Brain Tumour Surgery: Precision Neurosurgery in the Modern Era
Gamma Knife radiosurgery delivers 192 focused radiation beams with sub-millimetre precision to treat brain tumours without incision. Combined with awake craniotomy — which achieves 4.4% greater tumour resection — and intraoperative MRI, modern neurosurgery offers unprecedented precision in brain tumour treatment.
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI): How Catheter-Based Technology Is Revolutionising the Treatment of Aortic Stenosis
Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) has transformed the treatment of severe aortic stenosis from major open-heart surgery to a minimally invasive, catheter-based procedure. Five-year and six-year data from the PARTNER 3 and Evolut Low Risk trials confirm comparable outcomes to surgery across all risk categories, with dramatically faster recovery.
Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD): The Organ-Sparing Revolution in Early Gastrointestinal Cancer Treatment
Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) enables complete en bloc removal of early GI cancers without surgery, achieving 100% five-year disease-specific survival for curatively resected lesions. Hong Kong, home to the world-renowned CUHK Institute of Digestive Disease, is a global leader in this transformative technique.
Cancer Immunotherapy: How Checkpoint Inhibitors and Emerging Therapies Are Redefining Oncological Treatment
Cancer immunotherapy has transformed oncological treatment, with 17 new FDA approvals in 2024 alone. From checkpoint inhibitors to CAR-T cell therapy and mRNA vaccines, these advances are delivering unprecedented survival benefits. Hong Kong stands at the forefront of immunotherapy research and clinical application in Asia.
Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement: How CT-Guided Precision Is Transforming Orthopaedic Surgery in Hong Kong
Robotic-assisted total knee arthroplasty combines CT-based 3D modelling with real-time intraoperative guidance to achieve unprecedented precision in implant positioning. Clinical evidence from 2025–2026 confirms improved alignment accuracy, faster recovery, and higher patient satisfaction compared with conventional techniques.
Transurethral Seminal Vesiculoscopy: A Breakthrough in Diagnosing and Treating Seminal Tract Disorders
Transurethral Seminal Vesiculoscopy (TSV) is a cutting-edge minimally invasive procedure that allows direct visualisation and treatment of seminal vesicle and ejaculatory duct disorders. Dr. Chui Ka Lun, who pioneered the introduction of this technique to Hong Kong, explains how TSV achieves over 90% technical success with minimal complications for conditions ranging from refractory hematospermia to ejaculatory duct obstruction.
Transperineal Prostate Biopsy: The Safer, More Accurate Approach to Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
Transperineal prostate biopsy has emerged as the recommended approach for prostate cancer diagnosis, offering near-zero infection rates and superior access to all prostate zones. Dr. Chui Ka Lun, who introduced this technique to Hong Kong, explains the evidence behind this paradigm shift in urological practice.
HoLEP: The Gold Standard in Minimally Invasive Prostate Surgery — A Comprehensive Guide
Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) represents the most advanced minimally invasive surgical treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Dr. Chui Ka Lun, a pioneer who introduced HoLEP to Hong Kong, explains how this technique delivers superior outcomes with faster recovery compared to traditional surgery.
Biologic Therapies for Severe Asthma and Triple Therapy for COPD: A New Era in Respiratory Medicine
Six biologic agents now target specific inflammatory pathways in severe asthma, while single-inhaler triple therapy has reduced COPD mortality by 46% in landmark trials. From dupilumab and tezepelumab to the ETHOS and IMPACT trial breakthroughs, respiratory medicine is entering a new era of precision treatment.