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ASM 2008 Hong Kong

Over 615 delegates attended the ASM in Hong Kong in February 2008. This was USANZ's first offshore meeting for 35 years. New ground was broken, both educationally and in involving Asian countries in our Society through the Scientific Meeting. 

 

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Photos from ASM 2008 - Hong Kong (left to right, top to bottom)

Convenor's Dinner, Café Deco at The Peak

Convenor's Dinner, Café Deco at The Peak

Trainees' Dinner at Ingredients Restaurant

Trainees' Dinner at Ingredients Restaurant

Convenor's Dinner, Café Deco at The Peak

Convenor's Dinner, Café Deco at The Peak

Convenor's Dinner, Café Deco at The Peak

Official Welcome

President's Address

Harry Harris Oration

Opening Ceremony

Opening Ceremony

Final Conference Dinner - Grant Hyatt, Hong Kong

International Guest Speakers

Keith Kirkland Prize: Dennis Gyomber

For the best presentation by a urological trainee of research in a clinical environment

Villis Marshall Prize: Matthew Brown

For the best presentation by a urological trainee of research in an Academic/Scientific environment

 

BAUS Trophy: Frank Gardiner

For the best scientific podium presentation by a member of the Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand at the ASM

Alban Gee Prize: Raymond Ko (not pictured)

For the best poster presentation by a member of the Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand at the ASM

Society Medal: Peter Bilenkij

In recognition of contributions to the activities of the Society, including the program of mentorship in regional areas, attention to educational facilities for trainees, participation in Society activities and contributing to the establishment of the Netwit program

Society Medal: Laurence Cleeve

In recognition of over 25 years of exceptional service to the Society - as an Examiner, President of ANZAUS and President of the Society

Fellow of the Society: John D Taylor

In recognition of  numerous contributions, including teaching, research and training. John established the "Complications of Pelvic Surgery" course with Ian Hammond, which is now a permanent fixture in the third year of Urological training.  John has had a long interest in Urogynecology and continues to work at KEMH for women, where he provides invaluable urological service. John's dedication, friendship and collegiate spirit will be missed by all his colleagues now he has retired.

Induction of new President, Pat Bary

Induction of new President, Pat Bary

Post-dinner entertainment