Medicine
Mentor: Dr. Amy Chang (Specialist in Clinical Oncology)
Ellie Tang & Tiffany Chow
During the 3-hour shadowing experience, we have observed Dr. Chang meeting 6 different patients, including breast, cervical, ovarian, lung and kidney cancer. Between each patient, Dr. Chang explained each of the cases to us in details, discussing their medical proposal and their current process. Furthermore, Dr. Chang also taught us many oncological knowledge and terms, such as what defines the cells as cancerous and how to see whether the cancer cells have been cleared from looking at MRI and CT scan photographs.
From observing Dr. Chang’s practice in treating patients, we learned that a doctor has to be calm, sensible, caring and patient, especially in explaining patients’ disease conditions and relieving their concerns. It made us realise a good doctor cures both the patients’ disease and their mental stress. Dr. Chang also shared with us her career pathway so that we gained insights into the exams and internship in the medical field. The experience has motivated us to work hard and inspired us to pursue our career in the medical industry with passion and determination.
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Mentor: Dr. Clara Poon (Renal Physician)
Kristy Tang
During the job shadowing, I have gained more knowledge in Nephrology and Geriatric, needless to say the daily routine of a consultant doctor as well.
Staying in the Out-patient Clinic enhanced my understanding of what an important role a doctor plays. He had to monitor the situations of every patient by reviewing the patients' medical records, lab results, asking and listening to the patients carefully. For the last part I realized that comprehension and expression skills are very essential in order to provide the highest quality treatment and consultation to the patients.
While observing the ward rounds, I witnessed the challenge of deciding the most suitable medication or treatment within a short period of time, as such may have significant effect on the patients. And I was very lucky that on the last day I could observe the operations. None of these could have happened without this clinical attachment.
Through these meaningful experiences, I gained much more understanding in the medical industry and further increased my interest in this field. For this I am deeply indebted.
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Mentor: Dr. Lorraine Sinn (Hong Kong Women’s Imaging)
Stephanie Leung & Idy Ngai
On 20th to 22nd August 2019, we are given this precious opportunity to shadow Dr. Lorraine Sinn, a radiologist, at Hong Kong Women’s Imaging. The 3-day experience had been rewarding and fascinating as we had the chance to understand the daily routine of a doctor and observe various procedures, which included ultrasound imaging, fine needle aspiration, core biopsy, vacuum assisted biopsy and 3D mammogram. Dr. Sinn is welcoming and friendly, who shared her personal experiences with us and gave us a lot of valuable advice regarding our future career choices. We really admire her passion and devotion to her job which she treats every patient wholeheartedly, from their physical comfort to psychological relax. The experience was more than what we could expect and we really enjoy working with such a great team of people. The programme familiarized us with this field and we are more determined to our future career.
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Mentor: Dr. May Leung (Anaesthetist)
Shanie Ling & Othilia Chan
From 12 to 16 August, we went to Queen Mary Hospital for a job shadowing about anesthesiology under the guidance of Dr. Leung. We had valuable opportunities to communicate with outstanding doctors who were willing to share their working experiences and career pathways with us, and we were lucky enough to have witnessed different medical treatments.
It has been an unforgettable week with Dr. Leung and her colleagues. We have definitely gained a lot: a doctor’s medical knowledge, important skills, and the work ethics. We have been inspired by the doctor's aspirations and guidance, knowing that being a doctor has to endure physical, mental and emotional challenges – but it is beyond doubt a rewarding job. Last but not least, we have learnt that empathy and communication are crucial for being a doctor.
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Mentor: Dr. Wong Yee Ling Theresa (Paediatrician)
Michelle Ho
​On 2 August 2019, I was privileged to shadow Dr. Theresa Wong, a paediatrician. During my time at the clinic, I was exposed to different knowledge outside the classroom. I was able to observe details in the clinic such as the infection control and the toys to distract the young patients. I realized that being a doctor is far more than just diagnosis and treatment, but also to pay attention to every detail from having a clean environment to treats used to comfort children after their treatments, ensuring both physical and mental wellness for patients and their families. I was also given professional insights about the Hong Kong medical system which allowed me to explore different occupations and roles within the medical industry.
Furthermore, I was able to learn more about the daily routine of a doctor which is incredibly packed, having to storm between hospitals during rush hours and meeting up to 30 patients a day. I was deeply impressed by Dr. Wong who managed to stay patient and rigorous during the entire process. She and her team’s professionalism deserves our greatest respect.
The experience has reassured my goal to become a doctor and I will work harder to achieve it.
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Mentor: Dr. Timmy Au (Queen Mary Hospital)
Ada Cheung & Annie Suen
Throughout the 9-day attachment programme, we worked in the Cardiothoracic Surgery Department of Queen Mary Hospital and were given the chance to gain insight from working in a clinical area.
A highlight of the programme was the surgical operation observation. We were allowed to have a close look at the operation procedures and learn from the surgeon’s skills in both performing surgery and communicating with other medical professionals. When we have doubts about the operation, doctors and nurses would be most willing to answer our questions.
Apart from viewing an operation, we were assigned hospital administrative work such as surgical apparatus stocktaking, scanning operation reports and inputting data into the computer. We are motivated to ask questions about the uses of different apparatus as well as hospital management.
In conclusion, the programme was not only meaningful as a volunteer service, but also educational in terms of gaining an overview of different duties in a hospital.
