T h e C h i n e s e
U n i v e r s i t y o f
H o n g K o n g
CUHK-WHO Collaborating Centre for
Sports Medicine and Health Promotion
Department of Orthopaedics and
Traumatalogy
P O S T G R A D U A T E D I P L O M A / M A S T E R O F
S C I E N C E I N
SPORTS MEDICINE
AND HEALTH SCIENCE
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RGANIZED BY:
CUHK – WHO Collaborating Centre for Sports Medicine and Health Promotion
Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
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N COLLABORATION WITH:
The Hong Kong Jockey Club Sports Medicine and Health Sciences Centre
Asian Federation of Sports Medicine (AFSM)
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ROGRAMME DIRECTOR
Prof. Kai-Ming CHAN
OBE, JPM B B S ( H K ) , F R C S ( E d i n ) , F R C S ( G l a s g ) , M . C h . O r t h o p a e d i c ( L p o o l ) , F R C S O r t h o p a e d i c ( E d i n ) , F A C S , F H K A M ( O r t h o p a e d i c s ) , F H K C O S , F C S H K
Director of CUHK – WHO Collaborating Centre for Sports Medicine and Health Promotion
Chair Professor of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
Past President of International Federation of Sports Medicine (FIMS) Co-Director of the Hong Kong Jockey Club Sports Medicine and Health Sciences Centre
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EPUTY PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
Dr. Patrick SH YUNG
M B C h B , F C S H K , F R C S E d , F H K C O S , F R C S E d ( O r t h ) , F H K A M ( Orthopaedic Surgery)
Specialist in Orthopaedics & Traumatology Honorary Clinical Assistant Professor, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Honorary Consultant in Sports Medicine, Hong Kong Sports Institute
President, Hong Kong Orthopaedic Association – Sports Medicine Chapter
Chairman, Liaison Commission, International Federation of Sports Medicine (FIMS)
Prof. Pauline PY LUI
P h D ( B i o c h e m i s t r y ) , P g D ( C l i n i c a l R e s e a r c h M e t h o d o l o g y ) , P g C e r t ( P h a r m a c o l o g y & P h a r m a c e u t i c a l M a n a g e m e n t )
Assistant Professor,
Department of Orthopaedics & Traumatology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
I n 1 9 9 6 , t h e W o r l d H e a l t h O r g a n i z a t i o n ( W H O ) d e s i g n a t e d t h i s C e n t r e a s t h e W H O C o l l a b o r a t i n g C e n t r e f o r S p o r t s M e d i c i n e a n d Health Promotion with the aim at raising awareness of the benefits of exercise. The mission of the Centre is to achieve the ultimate aim of health promotion and disease prevention through education and research in sports medicine.
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OLLABORATING ORGANIZATIONS
The Hong Kong Jockey Club Sports Medicine and Health Sciences Centre
The Chinese University of Hong Kong and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University have jointly established The Hong Kong Jockey Club Sports Medicine and Health Sciences Centre in August 2007 with the generous donation of HK$88.72 million from the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust . The Centre seeks to develop new services that are in high demand by the community at large and elite sports groups in the designated domains, as well as to provide valuable research evidence on the effectiveness of different sports injury management and performance enhancement modalities.
Asian Federation of Sports Medicine (AFSM)
The Asian Federation of Sports Medicine was inaugurated in 1990 at the time of the 11th Asian Games in Beijing. It is one
of the multi-national continental federations under the agist of the International Federation of Sports Medicine. The main objective of the AFSM is to foster the promotion of sports medicine in Asia.
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ACKGROUND & MISSION
The postgraduate programmes are designed to provide advanced academic training to sports medicine professionals, especially medical doctors, physiotherapists, nurses, sports scientists and allied healthcare professionals who strive to acquire the latest advanced knowledge and leading-edge skills in order to stay ahead professionally in the field of sports and exercise medicine.
By providing advanced theory, knowledge combined with latest advanced hands on clinical practices for sports and exercise medicine, these programmes are tailored to offer a foundation for future leaders in the field of sports and exercise medicine either in clinical research or professional practice.
Sport injuries and their prevention and treatment will form the cornerstone of the course. However, the course will also cover a wide range of related medical topics and provide a platform in relevant areas of biomechanics, physiology and psychology.
The postgraduate programmes will also draw international contribution as it targets to develop a world-wide reputation education programme in Sports Medicine and Health Science. International contributors includes: International Federation
C U H K-W H O C O L L A B O R A T I N G C E N T R E I N
S P O R T S M E D I C I N E A N D
H E A LT H S C I E N C E
of Sports Medicine (FIMS), Asian Federation of Sports Medicine (AFSM), Harvard Medical School, University of Cape Town, and The Sheffield Centre of Sports Medicine.
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ROGRAMME OBJECTIVES
Objectives:
a. To provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in the specialized area of sports medicine and health science, which aims to strengthen their professional knowledge and improve their professional competence; b. To introduce students the currently available diagnostic and assessment tools as well as therapeutic options in
the management of sports injuries. Students will be able to acquire comprehensive understanding of sports and soft tissue injuries, their causes, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation;
c. To provide students with the skills in evaluating health behaviors and risk factors, motivating athletes / individuals to modify negative health habits, and maintaining healthy lifestyle;
d. To create an environment for networking and experience sharing among the professionals from different allied health disciplines to enhance interdisciplinary understanding and collaboration;
e. To learn and exchange knowledge with overseas professionals.
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EACHING METHODS
The teaching methods consist of lectures, practical workshops, clinical attachments, group discussions, case studies, seminars, tutorials, courses or conferences organized by reputable local or international sports medicine and health science related organizations, . Instructors will choose the right mix of course materials and teaching methods for the best teaching results.
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ARGET STUDENTS
The programmes are targeted at allied healthcare professionals. Priority will be given to medical doctors, physiotherapists, nurses, sports scientists and other allied healthcare professionals.
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SSESSMENT
Assessment methods include individual assignments, group assignments, attendance and examinations.
T E A C H I N G F A C U LT Y
The programmes are supported by a network of highly qualified and experienced professionals in the field of sports medicine. Courses will be taught by the teaching staff from the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Furthermore, external guest speakers from other tertiary institutions or visiting scholars may be invited to teach on appropriate topics.
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rogramme Director
Prof. Kai-Ming CHAN
OBE, JP MBBS (HK), FRCS (Edin), FRCS (Glasg), M.Ch. Orthopaedic (Lpool), FRCS Orthopaedic (Edin), FACS, FHKAM (Orthopaedics), FHKCOS, FCSHKDirector of
CUHK - WHO Collaborating Centre for Sports Medicine and Health Promotion
Chair Professor of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
Past President of International Federation of Sports Medicine (FIMS)
Co-Director of the Hong Kong Jockey Club Sports Medicine and Health Sciences Centre
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eputy Programme
Directors
Dr. Patrick SH YUNG
MBChB, FCSHK, FRCSEd, FHKCOS, FRCSEd (Orth), FHKAM (Orthopaedic Surgery)Specialist in
Orthopaedics & Traumatology Honorary Clinical Assistant Professor, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Honorary Consultant in Sports Medicine,
Hong Kong Sports Institute President,
Hong Kong Orthopaedic Association – Sports Medicine Chapter
Chairman, Liaison Commission, International Federation of Sports Medicine (FIMS)
Prof. Pauline PY LUI
PhD (Biochemistry),PgD (Clinical Research Methodology), PgCert (Pharmacology & Pharmaceutical Management)Assistant Professor,
Department of Orthopaedics & Traumatology,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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EACHING FACULTY
Dr. Kwok-Ki CHAN
MBBS, FRCS (Edin), FCSHK, FHKAM (Surgery), PhD (Sports Science), PGDipSEM (Bath)
Specialist in Plastic Surgery, Private Practice
Prof. Henry LY CHAN
MBChB, MD (CUHK), FRCP (Edin), FRCP (Lond), FHKCP, FHKAM (Med)
Specialist of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Professor,
Department of Medicine & Therapeutics, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Director of Center for Liver Health
Dr. Jimmy TS CHAN
MBBS (HK), FRCS (EDIN), FCSHK, FHKAM (SURGERY), FHKCEM, FHKAM (Emergency Medicine), FCEM
Service Director (Conflict and Catastrophe Medicine), NTEC,
Hospital Authority
Hon. Clinical Associate Professor, AEMAU,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong Hon. EMS Faculty,
Dept of EMS, University of Hawaii, USA
Regional Director (HK & China), AHLS International, University of Arizona, USA Hon. Medical Advisor,
Hong Kong Police College
Ms. Regina CHAN
MSc, Adv Pg Dip (Education), Dip (Adult Edu & Training), AInstAM (AdvDip), BA (Hons)
Registered Corporate Coach (WABC)
Athlete Affairs Manager,
Hong Kong Sports Institute
Dr. Joseph J HT CHANG
MB ChB, MRCSI, MScSMHS (CUHK)
Orthopaedic Resident,
Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Prince of Wales Hospital
Prof. Jack CY CHENG
MB BS (HK), MD (CUHK), FRCSEd, FRCSGlas, FRCSEd (Orth), FCSHK, FHKCOS, FACS, FHKAM (Orthopaedic Surgery), FBSE
Pro-Vice-Chancellor /
Professor of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Head,
Paediatric Orthopaedic Team Honarary Consultant,
Department of Orthopaecis and Traumatology, Prince of Wales Hospital
Dr. Kai-Ming CHOW
MBChB (CUHK), MRCP (UK)
Associate Consultant,
Department of Medicine & Therapeutics, Prince of Wales Hospital,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Ms. Susan CHUNG
BSc (Dietetics), Master of Health Science (Human Nutrition) Registered Dietitian of British Columbia, Canada Registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner (Hong Kong)
Sports Nutritionist, Hong Kong Sports Institute
Prof. Tai-Fai FOK
MBBS, MD, DCH (Lond), FRCP (Edin), FRCP (Lond), FRCPCH, FHKCPaed, FHKAM (Paed)
Dean / Professor of Paediatrics, Faculty of Medicine,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Dr. Ben YF FONG
MBBS (SYD), MPH (SYD), DOM (CUHK), DFM (CUHK), FRACMA, FHKCCM, FHKAM (Community Medicine)
Director,
University Health Service, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Mr. Daniel TP FONG
BSc, MSc, PhD candidate
Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Prof. Hong FUNG JP
MBBS (HK), MHP (NSW), FRCS (Edin), FHKAM (Surgery), FHKAM (Community Medicine), FCSHK, FHKCCM, FFPHM, FRACMA.
Cluster Chief Executive, New Territories East Cluster, Hospital Authority Hospital Chief Executive,
Prince of Wales Hospital Honorary Professor,
Department of Medicine & Therapeutics and School of Public Health,
Chinese University of Hong Kong. Honorary Clinical Associate Professor,
Department of Community Medicine, University of Hong Kong
Director of Development, College of Surgeons of Hong Kong
Prof. James F GRIFFITH
MBBCh, BAO (Ireland), MRCP (UK), FRCR, FHKCR, FHKAM (Radiology)
Professor,
Dept of Diagnostic Radiology & Organ Imaging, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Dr. Hiu-Fai HO
MBBS (HK), FRCS (Edin), FHKAM (Surgery), FHKAM (Emergency Medicine)
Chief of Service,
Accident & Emergency Department, Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Dr. Man-Kam HO
MBChB, MRCP, MRCS, FHKCEM, FHKAM
Specialist, Emergency Medicine, North District Hospital
Dr. Hok Ming HO
MBChB (CUHK), FRCS (Edin), FRCSHK, FRCSEd (Orth), FHKAM (Ortho Surgery), FHKCOS, MScSMHS (CUHK)
Associate Consultant & Sports Surgeon-in-charge,
Department of Orthopedics & Traumatology, Tseung Kwan O Hospital
Dr. Pak-Cheong HO
MBBS, FRCS (Ed), FCSHK, FHKCOS, FHKAM (Orthopaedics)
Consultant Head,
Division of Hand & Microsurgery, Department of Orthopaedics & Traumatology, Prince of Wales Hospital
Honorary Clinical Associate Professor, The Chinese University of Hong Kong President-Elect,
Hong Kong Society for Surgery of the Hand 2006-2008
Dr. Eric PY HO
MBChB (CUHK), MRCS (Ed), FRCSEd (Orth), FHKCOS, FHKAM (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Specialist,
Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Prince of Wales Hospital
Prof. You-Lian HONG
BSc, MEd, PhD
Chairman and Professor,
Department of Sports Science & Physical Education, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Prof. David SC HUI
MBBS, MD (UNSW), FRACP, FRCP (Lond,Edin,Glasg), FHKCP, FHKAM (Medicine)
Professor,
Department of Medicine & Therapeutics Head of Division of Respiratory Medicine Deputy Director,
Stanley Ho Center for Emerging Infectious Diseases, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital
Prof. Stanley SC HUI
EdD, FACSM, FAAHPERD
ACSM Certified Health Fitness Instructor and Health Fitness Director
Professor,
Department of Sports Science and Physical Education, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Prof. Leung-Kim HUNG
MBBS, FRCS (Glas), FRCS (Ed), FRCS.Ed (Orth), MCh (Orth), FHKAM (Orth. Surg.)
Chairman / Professor,
Department of Orthopaedics & Traumatology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Head of Hand Team / Honorary Consultant,
Department of Orthopaedics & Traumatology, Prince of Wales Hospital
Dr. Fanny WS KO
MB ChB (CUHK), MD (CUHK), MRCP, FHKCP, FHKAM, FCCP
Specialist in Respiratory Medicine, Division of Respiratory Medicine, Department of Medicine and Therapeutics, Prince of Wales Hospital
Dr. Koon-Kit LAM
MCM (HKBU)
Registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner Private Practice
Clinical Tutor,
School of Chinese Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Chairman,
Unit of Attention to SARS, School of Chinese Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Dr. Tsz-Ping LAM
MBBS, FRCSEd, FHKCOS, FHKAM (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Clinical Research Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Dr. Chor-Chiu LAU
MBBS (HK), MRCP (UK), FHKAM (EMERGENCY MEDICINE), FCEM, FRCP (Edin)
Consultant & Chief of Service, Accident & Emergency Department, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital
Dr. Kam-Leung LAW
MBBS (HK), FRCS (EDIN), FHKAM (Emergency Medicine), FHKCEM
Senior Medical Officer,
Accident & Emergency Department, North District Hospital
Dr. Sheung-Wai LAW
MBChB, FCSHK, FRCS (Edin.), FHKCOS, FRCS (Edin. Orth.), FHKAM (Orthopaedic Surgery), MSc (Epidemiology and Biostatistics) CUHK, PgDip in Clinical Gerontology (CUHK)
Honorary Clinical Assistant Professor, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Associate Consultant,
Spine Team / Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, Department of Orthopaedics & Traumatology, Prince of Wales Hospital
Dr. Trisha LEAHY
PhD (Psychology)
Director,
Athlete and Scientific Services Division, Hong Kong Sports Institute
Prof. Kenneth KC LEE JP
BSc (Pharm), MPhil, PhD
Professor & Associate Director (External Affairs), School of Pharmacy,
Faculty of Medicine,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Prof. Shiu-Hung LEE, SBS ISO JP
MB, BS (HK), MD (HK), FRCP (Lond), FFPH (UK), FAFOM (Aust), FFOM (UK), FRACMA (Aust), FHKAM (CM), DPH (Sing), DIH (UK)
Emeritus Professor,
Department of Community Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Dr. Danny TN LEUNG
MB ChB (CUHK), MD (CUHK), M.Med (O&G) (Singapore) FRCOG (U.K.) FHKCOG, FHKAM (O&G), DCH (Ireland)
Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Private Practice (Hong Kong Sanatorium)
Dr. Godwin TC LEUNG
MB ChB (CUHK), FRCP, FHKCP, FHKAM
Specialist in Cardiology Private Practice
Dr. Raymond CT LI
PhD, MPhil (CUHK), GradDipPhy (UK)
Director of
International Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Centre, DCN Orthopaedic Hospital, Beijing
Prof. Philip KT LI
MD, FRCP, FACP
Chief of Nephrology & Consultant Physician, Prince of Wales Hospital
Honorary Professor,
Department of Medicine & Therapeutics, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Dr. Wilson LI
MBBS (H.K.), FRCS (Edin.), FRCS (Glasg.), FCSHK, FACS, FHKCOS, FHKAM (Ortho)
Director of Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy Service, Department of Orthopaedics & Traumatology, Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Dr. Raphael WN LO
MBChB, FRCSEd, FHKCOS, FRCSEd (Orth), FHKAM (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Specialist in Orthoapedics and Traumatology, North District Hospital
Ms. Debbie LOOK
MMPT, MSPT, PDPT
Sports Physiotherapist,
Athlete and Scientific Services Division, Hong Kong Sports Institute
Dr. TH LUI
MBBS (HK), FRCSEd, FHKCOS, FHKAM (Ortho)
Senior Medical Officer,
Department of Orthopaedics & Traumatology, North District Hospital
Dr. Gary YK MAK
MBBS (HK), MRCP (UK), FHKCP, FHKAM (MEDICINE), FRCP (EDIN), FRCP (GLASG)
Consultant Cardiologist of HK Sports Institute Sports Cardiologist
Private Practice
Dr. Bobby KW NG
MBCHB (BRISTOL), FRCS Ed (Orth), FHKAM (Orthopaedic Surgery), FHKCOS
Head,
Paediatric Orthopaedics Team Consultant,
Department of Orthopaedics & Traumatology, Prince of Wales Hospital
Honorary Clinical Associate Professor, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Mr. Vincent W.S. NG
MSc, BSc (PT), Dip (Acupuncture)
Head of Orthopaedic Assessment Unit (CUHK), Senior Physiotherapist (Sports Rehabilitation),
Physiotherapy Department, Prince of Wales Hospital
Dr. Peter CW PANG
MBChB, FRCS (Edin), FCSHK, FHKAM (Surgery)
Specialist in Plastic Surgery Private Practice
Honorary Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Surgery,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Prof. Wai-Sang POON
MBChB (Glasg.), FRCS, FHKAM (Surgery)
Chair Professor [Neurosurgery], Department of Surgery,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Prof. QIN Ling
B.Edu, M.Edu, PhD
Professor
Director Musculoskeletal Research Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Dr. Louis TC SHIH
MBBS (HK), MRCP (UK), DCH (LOND), FHKCP, FHKAM (MEDICINE), MSc (Clinical Dermatology) (Lond), FRCP (Edin)
Specialist in Dermatology, Private Practice
Dr. Axel YC SIU
MBChB (CUHK), FRCS (Edin), FHKCEM, FHKAM (Emergency Medicine), Dip Epidemiology and Applied Statistics (CUHK), MHSM (New South Wales)
Senior Medical Officer,
Accident & Emergency Department, North District Hospital
Mr. Raymond CH SO
MPhil (CUHK)
Sport Physiologist, Sports Science Department, Hong Kong Sports Institute
Mr. Billy CL SO
PhD candidate, MSc SMHS, BSc (Hon) PT, Dip Acupuncture
ACSM Exercise Specialist ®,
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Prof. Lai-Shan TAM
MBChB (CUHK), MRCP (UK), FHKAM (MEDICINE)
Associate Professor, Division of Rheumatology,
Department of Medicine and Therapeutics, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Prof. Peter CY TONG
B.Pharm (Hons), University of Bradford, UK, MBBS., University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, PhD, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, MRCP (UK), FRCP (Lond, Edin), FHKCP, FHKAM
Associate Professor,
Division of Endocrinology & Diabetes, Department of Medicine & Therapeutics, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Dr. Wing-Lim TSE
MBChB (CUHK), FHKCOS, FRCSEd (Orth), FHKAM (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Specialist in
Orthopaedics & Traumatology Hand & Microsurgery, Department of Orthopaedics & Traumatology, Prince of Wales Hospital
Dr. Jonathan HO WAI
MBBS (H.K.), D.L.O. (R.C.S. ENG), D.F.M. (C.U.H.K.), MSc. in Sports Medicine & Health Science (C.U.H.K.)
Honorary Consultant in E.N.T. Surgery, Precious Blood Hospital
Honorary Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Community & Family Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Honorary Clinical Assistant Professor,
Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery of The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Deputy Unit Commander of Health Protection Unit Medial Advisor of
First Aid Bicycle Team of Auxiliary Medical Service of Hong Kong
Dr. Tai-Wai WONG
MBBSC (HK), FRCSEd, FCEM, FHKAM (Emergency Medicine), DCH (Irel), MBA (CUHK), MHA (UNSW), MA (CityU)
Consultant,
Accident and Emergency Department, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital
Prof. Margaret WN WONG
MBBS (HK), FRCS (Edin), FCSHK, Dip Biomechanics, FHKCOS, FHKAM (Ortho.Surg)
Associate Professor,
Department of Orthopaedics & Traumatology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Dr. Kenneth WU
BSc, MBChB (Manc), FRCS (A&E), FHKCEM,
FHKAM (Emergency Medicine), Dip. (Sports Med), MFSEM (UK)
Specialist,
Accident & Emergency Department, Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Dr Zheng-Zheng XU
MD (China), M.Edu
Chinese Medicine Coordinator, Sports Medicine Department, Hong Kong Sports Institute
Dr. Raymond CL YIP
MBBS, FCSHK, FRCSEd, FHKCOS, FRCSEd (Orth), FHKAM (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Associate Consultant & Deputy Team Head, Division of Spine Surgery,
Department of Orthopaedic & Traumatology, Prince of Wales Hospital
Honorary Clinical Assistant Professor, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Dr. Kong-San YU
MBBS, FRCS (Edin), FHKCOS, FHKAM (Ortho) MSc (Health and Hospital Mgt) (Birm)
Graduate Diploma in Med (Pain), University of Sydney
Consultant,
Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Tuen Mun Hospital
Dr. Yvonne WY YUAN
PhD, MBA, CSCS
Sport Biochemist,
Athlete and Scientific Services Division, Hong Kong Sports Institute
The above include faculty for 2007-08 and our planned faculty for 2008-09 which are to be finalized.
B. MSc in Sports Medicine and Health Science (Full-Time / Part -Time)
The Master programme is offered as a 2-year part-time or 1-year intensive full-time degree. Other than completing the courses same as the PgDip prograames, MSc students are required to conduct a research project, attend clinical attachments and courses or conferences launched by reputable local and international sports medicine and health science related organizations.
Study Modes
To be eligible for the award, students should take modules including a dissertation giving a total of 30 credit units. Maximum study period is 3-year (full-time) / 4-year (part-time).
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ROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The programmes prepare students to obtain a higher qualification in sports and health medicine which consists of two parts:
A. PgDip in Sports Medicine and Health Science (Part -Time)
The Postgraduate Diploma Programme is offered as a part-time programme with one year coursework.
On the satisfactory completion of the Postgraduate Diploma, students may proceed to the Master Programme. Credits earned are transferable and equivalent to those earned in the first year of the Master of Science Programme in Sports Medicine and Health Science, provided that they meet the academic requirements set by Graduate School.
Postgraduate Diploma will also be awarded to MSc students who fail to complete the Master programme but finish the first year coursework study (15 credit units) and fulfill the Postgraduate Diploma graduation requirements.
Study Modes
To be eligible for the award, a student shall complete 15 credit units in one year. Maximum study period is 2-year.
Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) in
Sports Medicine and Health Science
(1 - year part - time programme)
Master of Science (MSc) in
Sports Medicine and Health Science
(2 - year part - time programme / 1 - year full - time)
Year
st term Unit nd term Unit
ORT 5011 6 ORT 5021 2
ORT 5012 3 ORT 5022 2
ORT 5027 2
Year
st term Unit nd term Unit rd term Unit
ORT 5011 6 ORT 5021 2 ORT5031 2
ORT 5012 3 ORT 5022 2
ORT 5027 2
Year
st term Unit nd term Unit
ORT 5032 4 ORT 5033 6
ORT 5034 3
* Full-time MSc students are required to take ORT 5031 & ORT 5032 at the 1st term and ORT 5033 & ORT 5034 at the 2nd term.
Full-time mode of programme is offered subject to the number of applicants.
(Extension beyond the study period may be endorsed under special circumstances with the prior approval from both the Dean of Graduate School and the Programme Director. However, the credits are transferable with a validation period of up to 3 years after graduation from the programme.)
S T R U C T U R E O F
T H E P R O G R A M M E S A N D
C O N T E N T S
Course Modules
ORT 0 Introduction to Sports Injuries, Prevention and Rehabilitation
• Introduction to Sports Injuries • Elbow and Forearm Injuries • Back and Spine Injuries
• Knee Injuries • Wrist Injuries • Overuse Injuries
• Shoulder Injuries • Hand Injuries • Chinese Manipulative Therapy
• Ankle and Foot Injuries • Head Injuries • Principles in Sports Rehabilitation
• Knee Injuries • Eye Injuries • Principles in the Prevention of
• Hip and Pelvis Injuries • Facial Injuries Sports Injuries
ORT 0 Introduction to Sports Medicine and Health Science
• Women and Sports • Exercise Physiology and Metabolism • Public Health and Sports Medicine -
• Sports Participation in • Sport Nutrition for Health and Performance A Global Perspective Extreme Environments • Drug Use, testing and Ethics in
• Biomechanics of Human Movement Sports Medicine
• Exercise Training Principle and • Pharmacology in Exercise and Sports Exercise Prescription
ORT 0 Medical Aspects of Exercise and Sport
• General Health Considerations in • Sports Endocrinology and • Sports Nephrology
Exercise and Sport Metabolism • Sports Rheumatology
• Sports Cardiology • Sports Dermatology
• Sports Pulmonology • Sports Gastroenterology
ORT 0 Practical Sports Medicine
• Interaction with Coaches and Athletes • Medical Care of the Sporting Team from • Psychological Aspects of
• Applied Sports Medicine: a Team Physiotherapist Perspective Sports Injury
The Elite Sport Context • Medical Care of the Sporting Team from • Personal Development of Athletes
• Screening the Elite Athlete a Team Physician Perspective • Personal Care of Athletes
ORT 07 Emergency Sports Medicine
• Advanced comprehensive knowledge and • Assessment, treatment and • Head, spine, thoracic, and practical skills to management of musculo-skeletal injuries are handle emergent sports injuries emergent sports injuries included
ORT 0 Research Methods
• Basic Components of • Performing a Literature Search • Application of Ethics Approval the Research Process • Basic Statistical Analysis
• Different Types of Study Design
ORT 0 Research Seminar
This course aims to provide in-depth explorations of topics in the area of sports medicine by invited guest speaker. Students can gain specialised knowledge from this seminar to design, refine their research ideas.
ORT 0 Research Project and Writing up of Thesis
This course will require students to perform an independent research project in an area of interest within Sports Medicine and Health Science under the supervision of a faculty member. Students are also required to review the literature of their fields of interest and write up a report to form the master thesis.
ORT 0 Clinical Sports Medicine
To further widen the exposure of students and enable them to apply knowledge and skills they learnt from previous courses, this course is designed to provide students with the valuable opportunities of clinical attachment, under the supervision of experienced doctors with expertise in sports medicine. Moreover, students will have the chances to attend relevant educational courses launched by reputable regional and international sports medicine and sports science related organizations. To be more flexible, students are allowed to choose their preferred timeslots from the list of available options for attachment and courses. Students are also required to complete course assignments or other forms of assessment.
Accreditation
Both MSc and PgDip in Sports Medicine and Health Science have been included in the Medical Council of Hong Kong’s List of Quotable Qualifications since December in 2006.
On the List of Quotable Qualifications of the Medical Council of Hong Kong
Postgraduate Diploma
(PgDip)
Master of Science
(MSc)
10 points
100 points for CME (cat. 5.4); 10 points for CPD (cat. 3.14)
18 points 12 points 18 points
15 (Cat A) CME / CPD Points for fellows;
15 Training Points for trainees 390
10 points
50 points for CME (cat. 5.4); 10 points for CPD (cat. 3.14)
18 points 12 points 18 points
8 (Cat A) CME / CPD Points for fellows;
8 Training Points for trainees 208
The Medical Council of Hong Kong
Hong Kong College of Community Medicine The Hong Kong College of Family Physicians
The College of Surgeons of Hong Kong The Hong Kong College of Emergency Medicine Hong Kong College of Paediatricians
The Hong Kong College of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Hong Kong Physiotherapy Association
* The above table shows the accreditation for PgDip programme 2007 - 08 and for MSc programme 2007 - 09.
C L I N I C A L A T T A C H M E N T DISCUSSION/ CASE STUDY PRACTICAL WORKSHOPS TIME TO CELEBRATE – GRADUATION EMERGENT TREATMENT AND ASSESSMENT OF SPORTS INJURIES LECTURES INTERACTION WITH ELITE ATHLETES AND COACHES INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES TEACHING ON HANDS-ON PHYSICAL EXAMINATION SKILLS
H I G H L I G H T S
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The PgDip (part - time) and the first year of MSc (part - time) programmes are conducted in the following time sessions:
September,00 – November, 00:
Lectures on every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30 - 9:30pm. Practical workshops on every Saturday afternoon at 2:00 - 5:00pm.
December, 00 – June / July, 00:
Lectures on every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30 - 9:30pm
December, 00 – June / July, 00:
Lectures on every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30 - 9:30pm
The 2nd year of MSc programme (September – May, 2008 - 2009) is conducted in the following time sessions:
Clinical attachment on occasional weekdays (morning / afternoon):
Sports-medicine and health science related conferences / workshops on occasional weekends
Conducting research under guidance of supervisors throughout the year
Remarks: Full - time mode of MSc programme will be offered subject to the number of successful applicants.
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ROGRAMME FEES
Master of Science Programme
Full - time : HK$ 90,000 for full programme Part - time : HK$ 45,000 per year
Postgraduate Diploma Programme
Part - time : HK$ 45,000 per year
Tu i t i o n f e e i s p a y a b l e i n t w o i n s t a l l m e n t s i n e a c h a c a d e m i c y e a r. There will be an application fee of HK$ 180 which is non - refundable.
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DMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Potential candidates should be graduates from a recognized university and obtained a Bachelor degree with a major in medicine, physiotherapy, nursing, exercise science or other allied health or sport - related disciplines.
All candidates must meet the general admission requirements of the University Graduate School. The minimum admission requirements are as follow
Master of Science Programme:
Graduated from a recognized university and obtained a Bachelor degree, normally with honours not lower than Second Class; or
Graduated from an honours programme of a recognized university with a Bachelor degree, normally achieving an average grade of not lower than “B” in undergraduate course; or
Completed a course if study in a tertiary educational institution and obtained professional or similar qualifications equivalent to an honours degree.
Postgraduate Diploma Programme:
Candidates should possess a university degree (or equivalent), and should preferably working in allied health or sport - related areas.
Applicants should have satisfactory scores in TOEFL if they are non-local graduates of universities from non - English speaking countries. A personal interview may be required. Past academic records, work experiences, reference letters will be considered in the admission decision.
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RADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Master of Science Programme
Students must attend not less than 75% of the scheduled lectures, seminars and practical sessions; Students need to complete the necessary course requirements with a GPA 2.0 or above; and
Pass a test on IT proficiency (Details can be obtained from http://www.sitc.cuhk.edu.hk).
Postgraduate Diploma Programme
Students must attend not less than 75% of the scheduled lectures, seminars and practical sessions; Students need to complete the necessary course requirements with a GPA 2.0 or above; and Pass a test on IT proficiency (Details can be obtained from http://www.sitc.cuhk.edu.hk).
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nformation Sessions
Two information sessions will be held to provide more information about the Programmes. For registration, please visit the course website http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/whoctr/MSc
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Tel : (852) 2632 2732 (Ms. Ng / Mr. Chan) Fax : (852) 2646 3020
Email : [email protected]
The programme organizer reserves the right to cancel or postpone the programme or to change the information in this brochure due to unforeseen reasons.
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2008-09 Admission: April 30, 2008
Early application is advisable
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PPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applicants are encouraged to use the on-line application procedure at http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/gss/ to save time and postage. Students who are interested in these programmes can obtain more detailed information and application materials:
(a) by sending a stamped ($.0), self-addressed envelop (A size) to the Programme Coordinator; or (b) in person from the Programme Coordinator, Ms. Ng
Completed application form with supporting documents must be returned to Ms. Ng (Rm. 70, / F, Clinical Sciences Building, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin) no later than
