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WELCOME MESSAGE WELCOME MESSAGE

Dear friends and colleagues, To esteemed guests, friends, and colleagues,

I am delighted to extend a warm welcome to you for the ENT Masterclass Let me first congratulate you for being part of the wonderful HKU ENT
Masterclass 2026, titled "Inside & Out: Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery &
2026, themed "INSIDE OUT: Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery & Rhinoplasty". Rhinoplasty." This year, we have unified the crucial components of nasal care,
Your unwavering support and active participation have been pivotal enhancing both internal and external approaches to improve patient outcomes.
in shaping this Masterclass into a valued platform for learning and
collaboration over the past five years, for which we are sincerely grateful. Our program begins with a 2-day hands-on practical dissection workshop,
led by world-renowned experts within our faculty. The first day will focus
on endoscopic sinus and skull base surgery, followed by rhinoplasty on
This year's 3-day Masterclass will convene a distinguished group of local the second day. Participants will enjoy close supervision with a low ratio of
and international experts to delve into modern advancements and future dissectors to supervisors.
prospects in endoscopic skull base surgery and rhinoplasty. The agenda
Thomas Ho includes a 2-day dissection workshop focusing on endoscopic skull base Darren Yap The sinus surgery dissection will cover basic full house endoscopic sinus
surgery techniques to advanced frontal sinus drill-outs, approaches to the
Course Co-Director surgery and rhinoplasty, tailored to enhance participants' anatomical Course Co-Director infratemporal fossa and transclival approach to Merkel's Cave.
comprehension and surgical skills, followed by a full day of lectures
providing comprehensive updates in the field. In contrast, the rhinoplasty dissection will integrate comprehensive functional
techniques—such as spreader grafts and baton grafts—with advanced
We are honoured to host our honourable faculty Professor Prepageran cosmetic techniques including dorsum augmentation, tip refining techniques,
Narayanan and Professor Yong-Ju Jang. Their wealth of experience and and alar base reduction surgeries.
forward-looking perspective are poised to offer thought-provoking insights The final day features a jam-packed scientific program aimed at discussing
into the various aspects in endoscopic skull base surgery and rhinoplasty. advancements in rhinology, including sinus surgery and rhinoplasty, while
addressing both challenges and the latest updates in the field.
A heartfelt welcome is extended to all attendees, with the hope that this We are particularly proud to have Professor Yong Ju Jang from ASAN Medical,
3-day Masterclass will be a catalyst for expanding knowledge, surgical Seoul, Korea, with us this year. It is my utmost honor to have been one of
skills, and fostering lasting professional relationships. I wish to express deep his many fellows, and we are privileged to have him as this year's Wong Hau
gratitude to the organizing committee, faculty, support staff, and sponsors Yuen Visiting Professorship lecturer. His vast experience in rhinoplasty will
whose unwavering dedication has made this 5th ENT Masterclass a reality. undoubtedly impart great wisdom through his distinguished lecture.
It is through their hard work and your steadfast backing that this event has Just as the nose is the centre of attention on the face, we invite you to
flourished. explore the heart of Hong Kong, a dynamic "East meets West" city known
for its stunning skyline, vibrant street life, and unique, bustling energy that
We eagerly anticipate the ENT Masterclass 2026 that will be transformative, leaves a lasting impression.
inspiring, and enriching for each participant.
This course wouldn’t be possible without the unwavering support from our
sponsors, who form the backbone of this event. A heartfelt shoutout goes to
our organizing team for their tireless efforts in making this event a success.

Lastly, without the presence of all our participants, this event wouldn’t be as
memorable. I hope this Masterclass not only enriches your knowledge but
also fosters new connections and unbreakable bonds.

Thomas Ho Welcome, and let's embark on this exciting journey together!
Course Co-Director, HKU ENT Masterclass 2026

Darren Yap
Course Co-Director, HKU ENT Masterclass 2026

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