Associations & Activities

Chinese Medicine Society

The Chinese Medicine Society supports all Chinese Medicine students. Aiming at preserving the wisdom of Chinese Medicine and equip medical students with the expertise of Chinese Medicine, the Society has been organising a series of activities, including seminars, forums, interactive workshops, banquets, etc

Society of Biomedical Sciences

The Society of Biomedical Sciences strives to enhance members' understanding of the development of biomedical sciences; to connect students, staff and teachers in and outside the School; and to provide welfare to our members.

Medical Society

Founded in 1982 by a group of aspiring doctors, the Medical Society of CUHK is a non-profit student association committed to serving the students of the Faculty of Medicine. Organising activities ranging from academic events to recreational and social happenings, the Medical Society helps medical students learn, relax and connect as part of an experience that extends beyond academic boundaries.

Asian Medical Students' Association Hong Kong (AMSAHK)

Founded in 2003 as the first interschool medical student organisation, AMSAHK's Executive Committee comprises 45 medical students in seven departments from CUHK and HKU. The student association organises and participates in events on local, regional and international scales, working as a founding national member organisation of AMSA International and the International Federation of Medical Students’ Associations, as well as being recognised by both the World Health Organisation and the United Nations. With the aim of transforming ideas into action, AMSAHK advocates the importance of scientific research, global exchange, public health and medical education, hosting various activities and events throughout each academic year. The organisation hopes to improve local awareness of prevalent healthcare issues, and expose local students to the international healthcare community. Overall, AMSAHK works to bridge the gap between medical students and healthcare professionals through actively contributing to public health promotion and policy making.

Medical Outreachers (MOHK)

Comprised of medical students from CUHK and HKU, Medical Outreachers Hong Kong (MOHK) is a non-governmental organisation committed to “Reach Out, Create and Inspire“ to serve ethnic minorities in Hong Kong and those without medical support in the remote suburban China or Nepal communities. Focusing on long-term projects designed to make a lasting, sustainable impact, MOHK helps volunteers reflect on the human side of medicine while empowering them to take action now to alleviate the suffering of fellow human beings.

MEDEGG Production

Founded in 2001, MEDEGG’s Production is a non-profit drama society comprised solely of medical students. Handling all aspects of creating a drama production, from directing, acting and doing make-up, to light and sound effects, marketing and constructing sets and props, medical students work as a team and develop their artistic talents and organisational skills together. MEDEGG stages their Annual Production in January and Summer Production in July. The crew also takes part in the annual CUHK Drama Competition. MEDEGG has been enriching CUHK medical students’ life for almost two decades, providing a channel for students to demonstrate their creativity and come together as a team, forming bonds and friendships to carry them through the rigours of medical school. .

Student Surgical Association of Hong Kong (SSAHK)

A student organisation jointly run by medical students from The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) and The University of Hong Kong (HKU), the Student Surgical Association of Hong Kong (SSAHK) -  also an affiliate of the College of Surgeons of Hong Kong – is dedicated to promoting interest in surgery among undergraduate students. Beyond helping medical students connect with surgeons and international surgical societies, SSAHK also arranges activities such as suturing workshops, the Surgical Taster Day, Careers Night and seminars.

University's Activities

The Student Activities Section of the Office of Student Affairs provides support to students for running student associations and organising extra-curricular activities that are an integral part of a student's non-formal education experience while the Student Amenities Section manages the facilities booking system, International House and student accommodation.