Events

December 6-7, 2024

We are delighted to announce the successful conclusion of the 14^th Hong Kong International Nursing Forum cum 2024 Sino US Nursing Forum cum 2^nd Greater Bay Area Nursing Conference, jointly organised by the School of Nursing of The University of Hong Kong and The University of Hong Kong – Shenzhen Hospital (HKU-SZH).

The event theme was “Cross-Boundary Collaboration for Future Nursing”, where speakers and scholars offered their perspectives on how nursing professionals can collaborate across geographical, cultural, and interdisciplinary boundaries. Through promoting cooperation and collaboration among nursing professionals and institutions globally, the forum discussions delved into the challenges and opportunities that the nursing field encounters in an interconnected and globalised world.

This forum, co-organised with 47 prestigious universities and organisations worldwide, and attracted over 400 delegates from across the globe to join us in person.  The forum commenced with the welcome address by Professor Kenneth Cheung, Hospital Chief Executive, The University of Hong Kong – Shenzhen Hospital and the Vote of Thanks by Professor Chia-Chin Lin, Director of HKU School of Nursing. Afterwards, a Kick-off of the 30^th Anniversary of the HKU School of Nursing was held where former School Heads, Professor Sophia Chan and Professor Agnes Tiwari, joined Professor Chia-Chin Lin, our serving School Director, unveiled the 30^th Anniversary logo at a lighting ceremony, marking the beginning of a series of celebratory programmes to commemorate this significant milestone for the School.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed officiating keynote speaker and keynote speakers, including Mr James Chau, Professor Angela Frederick Amar from New York University, Professor Christine E Kasper from the University of Pittsburgh, Professor Nancy R Reynolds from Johns Hopkins University, Professor Zheng Li from Peking Union Medical College, Professor Yan Hu from Fudan University, Professor Bei Wu from New York University, and Professor June Zhang from Sun Yat-sen University, for sharing their valuable insights and expertise. The invited speakers and moderators contributed their knowledge and inspiration during the conference, discussing various topics related to innovation in healthcare, research, and unlocking innovation through collaboration and beyond. Oral and poster presenters also had the opportunity to showcase their research findings.  Delegates found the conference to be enriching and engaging, providing a valuable platform for learning and networking.

The forum ended with a closing ceremony led by the forum co-chairs, Professor Patsy Chau and Professor Edmond Choi.  Best poster awards were also recognised and presented during the award ceremony. This was followed by two post-forum events, such as the U21 Health Sciences Group Nursing and Midwifery Discipline Group Research Postgraduate Symposium and Simulation Seminar - Best Practices and Innovations in Simulation-Based Education. Once again, we extend our gratitude to all participants for contributing to the success of this event.

Officiating Keynote Address

• Mr James Chau
  President
  China-United States Exchange Foundation (CUSEF)
  Goodwill Ambassador
  World Health Organization

Keynote Addresses

• Professor Angela Frederick Amar
  Dean and Erline Perkins McGriff Professor
  Rory Meyers College of Nursing
  New York University
  United States
  Topic: Diversity and Health Equity in Research
   
• Professor Christine E Kasper
  Dean and Professor
  School of Nursing
  University of Pittsburgh
  United States
  Topic: Building a Global Network to Advance the Frontiers of Nursing Science
   
• Professor Nancy R Reynolds
  Professor and Associate Dean for Global Initiatives
  School of Nursing
  John Hopkins University
  United States
  Topic: Multidisciplinary Teams for Research Advancement: Unlocking Innovation Through Collaboration
   
• Professor Zheng Li
  Dean and Professor
  School of Nursing
  Peking Union Medical College
  China
  Topic: Interdisciplinary Collaboration for Contemporary Healthcare
   
• Professor Yan Hu
  Dean
  School of Nursing
  Director, Fudan University Centre of Evidence-based Nursing, a Collaborating Center of Joanna Briggs Institute
  Fudan University
  China
  Topic: Evidence-based Nursing in the East and the West: An Example of Multi-centered Evidence Implementation Project on CLABSI Prevention
   
• Professor Bei Wu
  Research and Dean’s Professor in Global Health
  Rory Meyers College of Nursing
  New York University
  United States
  Topic: The Future of Geriatric Nursing Research: Interdisciplinary Approaches from a Global Perspective
   
• Professor June Zhang
  Dean and Professor
  School of Nursing
  Sun Yat-sen University
  China
  Topic: Interdisciplinary Innovation Training for Nursing Graduate Students in Guangdong Hong Kong Macao Greater Bay Area

 

Panel Discussion 1: Challenges and Opportunities in Cross-Boundary Collaboration

Speakers:

• Professor Honghong Wang, Dean, Xiangya School of Nursing, Central South University
• Professor Aiping Wang, Dean, School of Nursing, China Medical University
• Professor Hong Lu, Professor, School of Nursing, Peking University
• Professor Ka Li, Dean, West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University
• Professor Xiaomei Li, Dean, School of Nursing, Health Science Center, Xi’an Jiaotong University

Moderators:

• Professor Xiuhong Wang, Dean, School of Nursing, Guizhou Medical University
• Professor Chia-Chin Lin, Director, School of Nursing, The University of Hong Kong

Panel Discussion 2: Nursing Practice without Boundaries

Speakers:

• Dr Danny Tong, Chief Manager (Nursing) / Chief Nurse Executive, Hospital Authority
• Professor Agnes Tiwari, Chairman, The Nursing Council of Hong Kong
• Professor Sophia Chan, Professor and Director, HKU Primary Health Care Academy

Moderators:

• Professor Sylvia Fung, President, The Hong Kong Academy of Nursing & Midwifery Limited
• Professor Chia-Chin Lin, Director, School of Nursing, The University of Hong Kong

Symposium 1: Pioneering Nursing Excellence in the Greater Bay Nursing Area

Speakers:

• Ms Deai Yu, President, Zhongshan Nursing Association
• Ms Qinglian Shi, Honorary President, Dongguan Nursing Association
• Ms Quying Wen, President, Huizhou Nursing Association
• Ms Shunhua Deng, President, Zhaoqing Nursing Association
• Professor Florence Iat Kio Van, President and Professor, Kiang Wu Nursing College of Macau
• Professor Sylvia Fung, President, The Hong Kong Academy of Nursing & Midwifery Limited

Moderators:

• Professor Kefang Wang, Dean, School of Nursing and Rehabilitation, Shandong University
• Professor Mandy Ho, Associate Professor, School of Nursing, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Symposium 2: Transforming Nursing Practice in Public and Private Healthcare

Speakers:

• Ms Jane Chan, Cluster General Manager (Nursing), Hong Kong West Cluster
• Dr Susanna Lee, Chief Nursing Officer, Hong Kong Baptist Hospital

Moderators:

• Professor Renli Deng, Dean, Nursing School, Zunyi Medical University
• Professor Doris Yu, Professor, School of Nursing, The University of Hong Kong

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Best Poster Award

• Ms Qingxian Liu, Shantou University Medical College
  Topic: Prevalence of Frailty and Depression in Hospitalized Elderly Patients with Type 2 Diabetes in Shantou Area: A Cross-Sectional Study
• Dr Yanyan Liu, Shanghai Jiaotong University
  Topic: Profiles of Exercise Self-Efficacy and Its Impact on the Physical Activity Behaviors of Children and Adolescents with Cancer in China
• Ms Zexiang Zhuang, Shenzhen Qianhai Shekou Free Trade Zone Hospital
  Topic: Best Evidence Summary for Balance Training in the Elderly Adults

Best Student Poster Award

• Ms Mengting Dai, Ningxia Medical University
  Topic: Prognostic Significance of Blood Pressure Variability After Intravenous Thrombolysis in Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
• Ms Yuka Fukata, Osaka University
  Topic: Patterns of Patients Receiving Home Medical Care in Japan and Association with the Time for Initiation of Home Medical Care to Death
• Ms Maya Mitani, Osaka University
  Topic: Association Between Home Neighborhood Environment and Future Nursing Care Needs Among Elderly People Living in the Community
• Ms Qi Niu, Fujian Medical University
  Topic: Effectiveness of Self-Management Program on Health Outcomes Among Heart Failure Patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Randomized Controlled Trial
• Dr Guowen Zhang, The University of Hong Kong
  Topic: Effectiveness of Nurse-Led Smoking Cessation Interventions in Smoking Patients: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis