Past Events
HKSMI Scientific Meeting: Innovations in Infectious Disease Diagnostics-Hepatitis and STI Solutions
Past Events
HKSMI Scientific Meeting: Innovations in Infectious Disease Diagnostics-Hepatitis and STI Solutions 8 May 2026
On 8 May, we hosted an evening seminar with the support of Hologic, attended by over 200 of our members.
The seminar focused on contemporary testing solutions for hepatitis and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), providing important updates on evolving diagnostic approaches in these critical areas of healthcare.
Dr. Hung (Taiwan) delivered a comprehensive presentation on the current status, methodologies, and recent advancements in Hepatitis B and C testing.
Mr. Chee (Singapore) shared the latest updates and innovative solutions for Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) and broader STI testing protocols.
The event successfully facilitated knowledge sharing and meaningful discussions, reinforcing our shared commitment to advancing diagnostic excellence and improving patient care.
Advancing Respiratory Diagnostics—Bridging Lab and Clinical Needs in Respiratory Testing
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Advancing Respiratory Diagnostics — Bridging Lab and Clinical Needs in Respiratory Testing 25 March 2026
Thank you to everyone who attended the HKSMI Scientific Meeting webinar, “Advancing Respiratory Diagnostics — Bridging Lab and Clinical Needs in Respiratory Testing,” on 25 March 2026.
We were thrilled to welcome over 800 online participants! Your active participation truly made this event a great success.
We would like to extend a special thanks to our guest speakers:
- Mr. Adam Thornberg, who enlightened us on the tiered testing algorithm for respiratory viruses.
- Dr. Aaron Doherty, for sharing real-world examples and clinical outcomes of adopting advanced respiratory testing in hospitals.
We hope you found this webinar highly informative.
We look forward to seeing you again soon at our upcoming events:
📅 8 May 2026: Scientific Meeting on Hepatitis and STI at Cordis hotel
📅 12-14 June 2026: ISAAR at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Thank you once again for your continued support!
ISAAR 2026 cum HKSID HKSMI Annual Scientific Meetings
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ISAAR 2026 cum HKSID HKSMI Annual Scientific Meetings 12-14 June 2026
Date: 12-14 June 2026
Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong
The 15th International Symposium on Antimicrobial Agents and Resistance (ISAAR 2026) has officially come to a highly successful close in Hong Kong! 🎉
Under the theme
“Fighting the Ongoing Pandemic of Antimicrobial Resistance”, we gathered for three days of inspiring knowledge exchange, networking, and groundbreaking discussions. The energy and dedication of the global medical and scientific community were truly unmatched.
Just look at what we have achieved together:
29 dynamic scientific program sessions
55 world-renowned speakers and experts
Over 750 registered participants
Over 230 submitted abstracts from more than 27 countries and regions!
On behalf of HKSMI and the entire Organizing Committee, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks:
To our esteemed speakers: Thank you for sharing your state-of-the-art insights, cutting-edge research, and invaluable expertise on everything from new antibiotics and vaccines to AI-driven diagnostics.
To our participants: Your active engagement, brilliant poster and oral presentations, and stimulating discussions are what brought this symposium to life.
To our generous sponsors and exhibitors: Your unfailing support made this global gathering possible!
To our co-organizers APFID and HKSID: Thank you for the seamless and wonderful collaboration.
The fight against the AMR pandemic is ongoing, but the innovations and collaborations forged here give us immense hope for the future.
Safe travels home to all our international guests, and we look forward to seeing you soon.
APCCMI 2025
Coming Events
APCCMI 2025
The 20th Asia Pacific Congress of Clinical Microbiology and Infection & The 51st Annual Meeting of Infectious Disease Association of Thailand
2-4 November 2025
Date: 2-4 November 2025
Venue: ICONSIAM, Bangkok, Thailand
2025 Scientific Meeting Cum AGM
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2025 Scientific Meeting Cum AGM 12 September 2025
Date: 12 September 2025
Venue: Star Room, Level 42, Cordis Hotel, Kowloon
Heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined the 2025 HKSMI Scientific Meeting & AGM at the Cordis Hotel! It was an inspiring evening with enlightening talks by Dr. Alfred Lee on cutting-edge microbiological diagnostics for bloodstream infections and Dr. Lowell Ling on the utility of multiplex PCR for ICU pneumonia cases.
We are also delighted to welcome our newly elected Executive Committee (2025–2027) and extend our deepest gratitude to our President, Professor Christopher Lai, for outstanding leadership as well as Dr. River Wong for his contribution to our society.
Thank you, members 😘, for your continued support.
Update on Japanese Encephalitis Travel Risk
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Update on
Japanese Encephalitis Travel Risk
6 June 2025
We are pleased to announce an exciting upcoming event organized by the Hong Kong Society for Paediatric Immunology, Allergy and Infectious Diseases (HKSPIAID), with the HKSMI as a supporting organization.
Symposium Theme: Updates on Japanese Encephalitis Travel Risk
Date: Friday, 6th June 2025
Time: 18:45 – 22:00
Venue: Shanghai Room, Cordis Hotel, Mongkok
The symposium will feature Dr. Mike Kwan, who will provide the latest insights and updates on Japanese Encephalitis, focusing on epidemiology, clinical management, and prevention strategies.
We are also proud to announce that Dr. Chris Lai, representing HKSMI, will serve as the moderator for the Q&A session during the symposium.
9th International Infection Control Conference 2025
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9th International Infection Control Conference 2025 31 May - 1 June 2025
Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong SAR (China)
Organizer: Hong Kong Infection Control Nurses Association
As a collaborating society of the 9th International Infection Control Conference 2025 (IICC), we are delighted to share two important updates:
- Early Bird Registration Deadline Extended
The early bird registration deadline has been extended to April 23, 2025. This extension is a great opportunity to secure your spot at a reduced rate.Reminder for HKSMI Members: Don’t forget to use your exclusive discount code during registration to enjoy additional savings!
- Join HKSMI Session: Emerging Rapid Diagnostic Technologies for Infection Control
We are excited to host the HKSMI Session (SS3) at this year’s IICC.Title: Emerging Rapid Diagnostic Technologies for Infection ControlDate: 31 May 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Venue: Theatre IThis session will explore groundbreaking advancements in rapid diagnostic technologies and their crucial role in infection control. It is a must-attend for professionals keen to stay ahead in this evolving field.
Don’t Miss Out!
HKSMI Scientific Meeting cum Roche Microbiology Innovation Symposium 2025
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HKSMI Scientific Meeting cum Roche Microbiology Innovation Symposium 2025 23 May 2025
Join us on 23 May 2025 for the HKSMI Scientific Meeting cum Roche Microbiology Innovation Symposium at The Langham, Hong Kong! Explore cutting-edge advancements in microbiology and diagnostics.
MLT board CPD 1.5 points // HKCPath CME 1 point
Date: 23rd May 2025 (Friday)
Time: 18:00 – 22:00
Venue: 2/F The Ballroom, The Langham 8 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
HKSMI Scientific Meeting
Usefulness of Rapid Diagnostics to Tackle AMR
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HKSMI Scientific Meeting
Usefulness of Rapid Diagnostics to Tackle AMR
9 October 2024
Prof Thierry Naas’s talk on rapid antimicrobial resistance detection methods was successfully held on 9th October! Prof Naas’s wealth of knowledge and experience molecular epidemiology and transmission dynamics of the AMRs yet easily understandable and useful for daily practice! The event was very well received by the audiences. We would like to thank everyone who attended the seminar that made it a successful event.
The HKSMI Scientific Meeting, titled “Usefulness of Rapid Diagnostics to Tackle AMR,” was held on the evening of 9 October 2024 (Wednesday) at The Cityview, 23 Waterloo Road, Hong Kong. We are honored to have renowned speaker Professor Thierry Naas, who shared with us his expertise on emerging antibiotic resistance.
2024 Scientific Meeting cum AGM
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2024 Scientific Meeting cum AGM 13 September 2024
The 20th AGM of HKSMI cum Scientific Seminar followed by Society Dinner, was held on 13th September 2024 (Friday) evening at W Hotel. The theme of our scientific seminar is “Value of Rapid syndromic Testing on Respiratory Infection”.
The seminar centered on the value of Rapid Syndromic Testing for Respiratory Infections, covering both laboratory and clinical aspects. The presentations provided important insights into how rapid testing can enhance diagnosis and treatment in clinical practice. Thank you to everyone who attended!
