MUST MBBS Student Wins Best Case Presentation at AMLPM Conference

2024/12/03

The Faculty of Medicine at Macau University of Science and Technology (MUST) proudly celebrates the outstanding achievement of Year 6 MBBS student Mason Iao Kai Hei, who was awarded the BNU/AMLPM Award for Best Clinical Case Presentation at the Association of Macau Portuguese-Speaking Physicians (AMLPM) Annual Conference on November 24, 2024. Mason’s presentation on Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) captivated the judges with its depth of analysis and practical relevance.

Mason Iao Kai Hei receiving the BNU/AMLPM Award for Best Clinical Case Presentation at the AMLPM Annual Meeting 2024.

Mason shared his thoughts on this accomplishment: “Participating in the AMLPM medical conference was an incredibly rewarding experience. It offered a valuable opportunity to address critical health issues, particularly in Macau. Preparing my case presentation allowed me to gain a deeper understanding of TEN’s causes, clinical manifestations, and treatment options. I am deeply grateful to my professors and classmates for their guidance and support.”

Mason presenting his award-winning case on Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) during the AMLPM Annual Meeting 2024.

In addition to Mason’s success, six other case presentations from MUST MBBS students were selected to present their cases at the conference, showcasing their clinical knowledge and research skills on an international stage. Their participation underscores the Faculty’s commitment to nurturing skilled, innovative, and globally aware medical professionals.

Held at the Artyzen Grand Lapa Hotel in Macau, the AMLPM conference brought together medical professionals from Macau, Hong Kong, Portugal, and the UK to exchange knowledge and promote advancements in healthcare. The event featured notable keynote addresses, including Prof. Filipe Froes’ insights on “The Lessons of the COVID-19 Pandemic” and Prof. Vanessa Ferreira’s discussion on “The Investigation of Cardiovascular Diseases Using Cardiac MRI - The Past, Present, and Future.”

The Faculty of Medicine played an active role in this conference, with faculty members chairing sessions and students excelling in competitive case presentations. These achievements reflect the Faculty’s unwavering dedication to medical education and its mission to improve healthcare locally and globally.

Group photo of participating students and faculty members from Faculty of Medicine.

Congratulations to Mason Iao Kai Hei and all participating students for their exceptional contributions to this event. The Faculty of Medicine looks forward to continuing its engagement with AMLPM and supporting initiatives that drive medical excellence and collaboration.

Event organisers, speakers and session chairs with special guest Dr. Alvis Lo Iek Long, Director of the Health Bureau (Serviços de Saúde, SSM), and Dr. Kuok Cheong U, Deputy Director of the Health Bureau and  Director of the Conde S. Januário Hospital.