The Institute for Medical Advancement and Clinical Excellence (IMACE) successfully held its inaugural “IMACE Conference 2026” on 16 May 2026 at the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine. Centred on the theme of “Health Economics, Health Technology Assessment and Clinical Guideline Development: A Belated Dialogue in Hong Kong”, the conference attracted nearly 300 participants, including leading experts from the United Kingdom, as well as healthcare professionals from Hong Kong’s public and private healthcare sectors, academics, policymakers and industry leaders in Hong Kong. Discussion focused on resource allocation, healthcare innovation, and the development of local clinical guidelines. The event fostered cross-sector collaboration and exchange, laying a strong foundation for advancing evidence-based healthcare and long-term partnership in Hong Kong.

From 13 to 15 May 2026, the Institute for Medical Advancement and Clinical Excellence (IMACE) hosted a three-day Capacity Building Workshop, featuring Mr. Hugh McGuire, Senior Advisor, and Ms. Ann Greenwood, Advisor from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), United Kingdom, as guest speakers.

The Institute for Medical Advancement and Clinical Excellence (IMACE) is pleased to announce that the IMACE Conference 2026 will be held on 16 May 2026 (Saturday) at Run Run Shaw Hall, Hong Kong Academy of Medicine Jockey Club Building. Titled “Health Economics, Technology Assessment and Clinical Guidelines: A Belated Dialogue in Hong Kong”, this dynamic event will gather healthcare professionals, academics, officials and key stakeholders to explore the latest trends in health economics and technology assessment, their interactions, and how clinical guideline development may help realise their full potential in Hong Kong.

The Institute for Medical Advancement and Clinical Excellence (IMACE) Governing Board and Committee on Clinical Protocols and Guidelines members had a fruitful 2-day visit and exchange to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) in the United Kingdom on 20-21 October 2025.