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Chapter V. Embracing the Modern Age

Benefactors

Generous donations to the Department
over the years have played a transformative
role in advancing our mission of academic
and clinical innovation. These vital
contributions have supported ground-
breaking research, cutting-edge surgical
skills, and enhanced patient care, enabling
the Department to achieve excellence
both locally and internationally.
Through the establishment of endowed
professorships, scholarships, and state-of-
the-art facilities, benefactors have helped Opening Ceremony of Francis YH Tien Vascular Centre Celebrating our
on 11 July 2011.
cultivate the next generation of surgical
leaders while driving forward medical 110th Anniversary
discoveries that benefit communities
worldwide.
Over 200 members of the HKU Surgery family gathered at the Peak on
Major benefactors have left a lasting 14 September 2025, to kick off the 110th Anniversary celebrations with
legacy in surgical education, research, a joyful Walkathon. Distinguished guests, faculty, alumni, staff, families,
and clinical service. Their unwavering children, and even pets joined the vibrant event, embodying the spirit of
support has empowered the Department ‘Embracing the Past, Shaping the Future’.
to pioneer new treatments, train
outstanding surgeons, and improve
healthcare outcomes. (Appendix) Opening Ceremony of Research Laboratory of Division of
Neurosurgery of the Department on 12 September 2011.

A donation ceremony was held on 27 June 2014 to commemorate Mr Cheung Lun’s generous pledge in support
of clinical excellence in the Department.

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