A commitment to young generations through professionalism

Dr Leung Wing-cheong
Consultant (Obstetrics & Gynaecology), Kwong Wah Hospital

“The Hospital Authority has given me its best, so naturally I have also given my best to the Hospital Authority and the patients of public hospitals,” Dr Leung Wing-cheong says with gratitude as he looks back on his career of nearly 35 years. In 2005, he began a new chapter in his career at Kwong Wah Hospital as a consultant and went on to become Chief of Service of the hospital’s Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology (O&G) for 11 years. Dr Leung now hopes to impart his knowledge and experience to younger doctors before his retirement.

Dr Leung fondly remembers the life mentors he encountered over the years who inspired him to get involved in the research and development of O&G in the public healthcare system. “I am fortunate to have met many intelligent people in my life,” he reflects. “I observe and emulate the strengths of others and maintain an open attitude. If you isolate yourself in a small place, you become like a frog in a well and never progress.” Dr Leung earned his doctorate in medicine in 2010 and has published more than 240 research papers.

Dr Leung contributes continually to his field with the goal of creating the best possible service for his patients. Even as his retirement approaches, he remains committed to developing the prenatal diagnostic platform FMPRG, preventing mother-to-child transmission of hepatitis B virus, reducing postpartum haemorrhage, and participating in the establishment of a breastmilk bank, etc. “Eight public hospitals have already been accredited as baby-friendly hospitals, and a breastmilk bank will soon be established at the Hong Kong Children’s Hospital,” he says. “This will allow premature or sick infants who lack breast milk to receive donated breastmilk, which is greatly beneficial to their health.”

Dr Leung understands the importance of passing on knowledge, whether in clinical practice or research work, and hopes to impart his beliefs and experiences to a new generation of doctors. “When I was younger, my seniors gave me opportunities to engage in a variety of research projects and services and this now drives me to do my part for the next generation. Even when I retire, there will be others who will continue the legacy.”