Sang Hun Lee
Professor
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Sang Hun Lee, MD, PhD
Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Director, Complex Cervical Spine and Spine Tumor Surgery; Chief, Endoscopic Spine Surgery, Johns Hopkins University
Sang Hun Lee is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon with internationally recognized expertise in complex cervical spine surgery, spinal deformity, spine tumors, and advanced endoscopic spine surgery. He is currently leading the endoscopic spine surgery program at Johns Hopkins University, where he has pioneered complex cervical osteotomy and advanced endoscopic decompression and fusion procedures.
Before joining Johns Hopkins, he served as a full professor of orthopaedic surgery in South Korea and was actively involved in training residents and spine fellows for more than a decade. His academic career spans extensive clinical practice and high-impact research, with over 100 peer-reviewed publications, numerous book chapters, and an H-index exceeding 30. His work has contributed significantly to cervical spine alignment, deformity correction, and minimally invasive surgical techniques.
Dr. Lee has completed advanced spine and neurosurgical oncology training at MD Anderson Cancer Center and has been a frequent invited faculty member and speaker at major international spine meetings across Asia, Europe, and North America.
Tim Yoon
Professor
Emory University, USA
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Dr. Tim Yoon is a prominent professor of orthopedic surgery at Emory University, specializing in spine surgery outcomes and training enhancements for orthopedic residents and fellows. With an impressive academic foundation, including an MD and PhD from Yale University and an undergraduate degree from MIT, Dr. Yoon has significantly advanced research in orthopedic surgery, particularly in spinal conditions. He holds multiple leadership roles, such as Chair of the AOSpine Degenerative Knowledge Forum and past president of the International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine.
Dr. Yoon's work emphasizes improving surgical outcomes through innovative techniques and patient-specific factors. His extensive contributions include pioneering research on molecular therapy for intervertebral disc degeneration and utilizing computer modeling in surgical training. His commitment to academia and research is reflected in numerous awards, including the NASS Harry Farfan Award and the ISSLS Prize for Basic Science. He has also served as a reviewer and editor for leading journals like The Spine Journal and Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery.
Wicharn Yingsakmongkol
President
Spine Society of Thailand (SST)
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Dr. Kee D. Kim is a distinguished neurosurgeon and professor specializing in spinal surgery. He serves as the Chief of Spinal Neurosurgery and Co-Director of the Spine Center at UC Davis Health, holding multiple leadership roles, including Director of Complex Spine Fellowship. With a comprehensive academic foundation, including degrees from Yale University and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Dr. Kim further honed his expertise through residencies and fellowships in neurosurgery, complex spinal surgery, and movement disorder/radiosurgery.
Dr. Kim’s prolific contributions to the field include over 25 active and completed clinical trials and numerous grants advancing spinal surgery techniques and technologies. His academic achievements encompass an extensive publication record, with cutting-edge research in areas like cervical disc replacement, stem cell therapy, and robotics in spinal surgery. Recognized globally, he has received numerous honors, such as the Best Doctors in America accolade, and frequently contributes to media, sharing insights on spinal health.
An active participant in professional societies, Dr. Kim continuously influences neurosurgical practice and education. He is also renowned for his innovative approaches in spinal surgery, utilizing state-of-the-art techniques to improve patient outcomes and advance the neurosurgical field.
Wongthawat Liawrungrueang
Professor
University of Phayao, Thailand
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Dr. Wongthawat Liawrungrueang is a distinguished orthopedic and spine surgeon, currently serving as the Head of the Orthopaedics Department and Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Phayao, Thailand. He also holds leadership roles as the Assistant Vice President of the Spine Society of Thailand and a board member of the Asia Pacific Spine Society (APSS). With expertise in spine surgery, particularly full-endoscopic spine surgery (FESS) and biportal endoscopic spinal surgery (BESS), Dr. Wongthawat has made significant contributions to the field through research and clinical advancements.
Dr. Wongthawat's professional journey includes a fellowship in spine surgery at Chiang Mai University and an extensive residency in orthopedic surgery at Prince of Songkla University. He has also gained international experience through specialized training programs in South Korea. His academic background includes a Doctor of Medicine from Rangsit University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from Chiang Mai University, demonstrating his interdisciplinary approach to medical technology and innovation.
Throughout his career, Dr. Wongthawat has received numerous accolades, including the Best Spine Fellow Award (2021) and Gold Prizes for English research presentations at the Japanese Society for Spine Surgery and Related Research (2023, 2024). His research focuses on artificial intelligence applications in spine surgery, minimally invasive surgical techniques, and biomechanics, with multiple publications in high-impact journals. His work on AI-assisted spine diagnostics and surgical innovations highlights his commitment to integrating technology with medical practice.
In addition to his clinical and research contributions, Dr. Wongthawat has a background in software engineering, which enhances his ability to develop and apply technological solutions in medicine. His pioneering work in endoscopic spine surgery and AI-driven diagnostics positions him as a leading figure in orthopedic and spine surgery, both in Thailand and internationally.
Dr. Masaya Nakamura
President
Japanese Society for Spine Surgery and Related Research
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Masaya Nakamura, MD, PhD, is a renowned expert in orthopedic surgery and regenerative medicine with a career marked by significant contributions to spinal cord research. He earned his M.D. in 1986 and his Ph.D. in 1994 from Keio University School of Medicine, where he specialized in orthopedic surgery. His early career included a residency in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Keio University from 1987 to 1993 and a fellowship in spine and spinal cord surgery in 1993-1994.
Dr. Nakamura broadened his academic horizons as a research fellow in the Department of Neuroscience at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., from 1998 to 2000. Returning to Keio University, he advanced from Assistant Professor (2004-2011) to Associate Professor (2012-2014), ultimately becoming Professor and Chair of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery in 2015. Since 2017, he has also served as Vice Dean of Keio University School of Medicine.
His clinical and research expertise encompasses spinal cord injuries, spinal tumors, and regenerative medicine, with a particular focus on stem cell biology. Dr. Nakamura is an active member and leader in several prestigious organizations, including the Japanese Orthopedic Association, where he serves as a delegate, and the Japanese Society for Regenerative Medicine, where he is an executive director. He also chairs the Chronic Pain Subcommittee in the Science Council of Japan.
Dr. Nakamura has received numerous accolades for his work, including the Japan Orthopaedic Association Award (2006), the Erwin von Bälz Prize (2014), and multiple Best Paper Awards from the Journal of Orthopaedic Science. His achievements highlight his dedication to advancing knowledge in his field.
Shiro Imagama
Professor
Nagoya University
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Shiro IMAGAMA, MD
Professor and Chairman, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rheumatology, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
Chief of Spine and Spinal Cord Surgery Division
Vice President Nagoya University Hospital
Director, International Committee, Japanese Society for Spine Surgery and Related Research (JSSR)
Professor IMAGAMA received his M.D. from Nagoya University School of Medicine in 1997 and his Ph.D. in Neurodevelopmental and Regenerative Medicine from Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine in 2009. He completed advanced clinical and research training in Japan and served as a Research Fellow at the University of California, Davis.
His clinical and research expertise includes thoracic ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL), spinal deformity, intramedullary spinal cord tumors, and intraoperative neuromonitoring. He has played a leading role in promoting safe spine surgery through national guideline development and international academic activities.
Professor IMAGAMA has authored 882 English-language publications and has received numerous prestigious awards for his contributions to spine and spinal cord research, reflecting his international leadership in the field.
Shiro Imagama
Professor
Nagoya University
Shiro IMAGAMA, MD
Professor and Chairman, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rheumatology, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
Chief of Spine and Spinal Cord Surgery Division
Vice President Nagoya University Hospital
Director, International Committee, Japanese Society for Spine Surgery and Related Research (JSSR)
Professor IMAGAMA received his M.D. from Nagoya University School of Medicine in 1997 and his Ph.D. in Neurodevelopmental and Regenerative Medicine from Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine in 2009. He completed advanced clinical and research training in Japan and served as a Research Fellow at the University of California, Davis.
His clinical and research expertise includes thoracic ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL), spinal deformity, intramedullary spinal cord tumors, and intraoperative neuromonitoring. He has played a leading role in promoting safe spine surgery through national guideline development and international academic activities.
Professor IMAGAMA has authored 882 English-language publications and has received numerous prestigious awards for his contributions to spine and spinal cord research, reflecting his international leadership in the field.
Shree Kumar Dinesh
President
Singapore Spine Society
Shree Kumar Dinesh, MBBS, MRCS(Ed), MMed (Surg), FRCS(SN)(Ed)
Head, SingHealth Duke-NUS Spine Center
Director of Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopaedics, Changi General Hospital, Singapore
President, Singapore Spine Society
Shree Kumar Dinesh is a senior neurosurgeon and spine surgeon with extensive experience in minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal navigation, and complex spinal reconstruction. He currently leads the SingHealth Duke-NUS Spine Center and serves as Director of Spine Surgery at Changi General Hospital, where he has played a key role in developing an integrated spine service involving neurosurgeons, orthopaedic surgeons, and rehabilitation physicians.
He spearheaded the introduction of minimally invasive spine surgery with computer navigation at Changi General Hospital and established the CREST@CGH computer-guided spine surgery training platform, which regularly hosts visiting surgeons and fellows from the region. Internationally recognized as a key opinion leader in spinal navigation, he is frequently invited to speak at regional and international spine meetings.
He graduated from the Faculty of Medicine, National University of Singapore, and completed advanced fellowship training in spine surgery. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and remains actively involved in spine education, training, and professional society leadership.
MA Chun-man
President
Spine Chapter, Hong Kong Orthopaedic Association
Dr. MA Chun-man, MBChB, FRCS (Edin), FHKAM (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Chief of Service, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, North District Hospital, Hong Kong
Clinical Associate Professor (Honorary), Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong; Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong
President of Spine Chapter 2025–2026, The Hong Kong Orthopaedic Association
MA Chun-man is an orthopaedic and spine surgeon with more than two decades of experience in clinical care, academic medicine, and healthcare leadership within the Hong Kong public hospital system. His professional practice focuses on complex spine surgery, spinal deformity, spinal navigation, and the application of advanced technology in orthopaedic and trauma care.
He has played an active role in postgraduate training and professional education, serving as Higher Orthopaedic Training Program Director for the Hong Kong College of Orthopaedic Surgeons and as faculty for AO Spine and AO Trauma courses across the region. He regularly contributes to international congresses and academic forums as an invited speaker and course chair.
His academic contributions include numerous peer‑reviewed publications in leading orthopaedic and spine journals, with research interests spanning spinal trauma, navigation-assisted surgery, minimally invasive techniques, and clinical outcomes.
Wicharn Yingsakmongkol
President
Spine Society of Thailand
Wicharn Yingsakmongkol, MD
Professor, Department of Orthopaedics, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
President, Spine Society of Thiland
Professor Wicharn Yingsakmongkol is an internationally recognized spine surgeon with extensive expertise in degenerative spine disease, minimally invasive spine surgery, and spinal deformity. He has completed advanced clinical training in spine surgery in the United States, including fellowship programs at the University of Missouri and Columbia Spine Center, and has played a leading role in spine education and training in Thailand.
His academic work focuses on minimally invasive techniques, spinal biomechanics, and clinical outcomes of advanced spine procedures. Professor Yingsakmongkol has authored and co-authored a large body of peer-reviewed publications in leading international journals and has contributed to the development of clinical guidelines and consensus statements in spine surgery.
In addition to his academic and clinical contributions, he is actively involved in national and international professional organizations and continues to advance spine surgery through research, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Sudhir Kumar Srivastava
President
Association of Spine Surgeons of India
Sudhir Kumar Srivastava, MS (Orth.), MBBS
Professor, Department of Orthopaedics, K. J. Somaiya Medical College & Research Centre, Mumbai, India
President, Association of Spine Surgeons of India
Professor Sudhir Kumar Srivastava is a senior orthopaedic and spine surgeon with more than three decades of clinical, academic, and leadership experience. His expertise focuses on complex spine surgery, including atlanto-axial dislocation, rigid spinal deformity correction, and spinal column reconstruction.
He has completed advanced spine fellowships and observerships at leading centers in the United Kingdom, Germany, Switzerland, and the United States, which have shaped his international perspective on spine care and surgical education. Professor Srivastava has played a pivotal role in spine training and professional development in India through his long-standing involvement in national and international spine societies.
He has authored over 75 scientific publications in national and international journals and contributed chapters to academic textbooks. His work has been recognized with multiple prestigious honors, including the VTI Gold Medal and lifetime achievement awards from major spine societies. He remains actively engaged as a speaker, faculty member, and reviewer in global spine meetings and journals.
Yat-Wa Wong
President
Asia Pacific Spine Society
Yat‑Wa Wong, M.B., B.S., F.R.C.S., FHKCOS, FHKAM (Orthopaedic Surgery)
President, Asia Pacific Spine Society (APSS)
Honorary Clinical Professor, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The University of Hong Kong
Honorary Consultant in Orthopaedic Surgery, Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital
Honorary Consultant, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Queen Mary Hospital
Honorary Consultant, Department of Orthopaedics, The University of Hong Kong – Shenzhen Hospital
Yat‑Wa Wong is a senior orthopaedic and spine surgeon with more than three decades of clinical, academic, and leadership experience in spine surgery. His expertise encompasses complex spinal deformity, spinal cord injury, spinal tumours, and advanced spinal reconstruction, with a long-standing commitment to patient safety and multidisciplinary care.
He has played a key role in spine service development, rehabilitation programmes, and quality assurance within the Hong Kong Hospital Authority, and has contributed extensively to spine surgery education across the Asia-Pacific region. His academic work includes numerous peer-reviewed publications, textbook chapters, and guideline contributions, reflecting sustained engagement in both clinical research and translational practice.
Professor Wong is actively involved in regional and international spine societies and continues to advance spine surgery through education, collaboration, and leadership in academic and professional communities.
Ken Ishii
Professor
Keio University
Ken Ishii, M.D., Ph.D.
Chief Executive Director, New Spine Clinic Tokyo
Designated Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Keio University School of Medicine
Ken Ishii is an internationally recognized spine surgeon with extensive expertise in cervical spine disorders, minimally invasive spine surgery, and advanced endoscopic techniques. His clinical and research interests encompass lateral interbody access surgery, ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament and yellow ligament, degenerative spinal diseases, spinal tumors, and complex spinal deformity.
He received his M.D. and Ph.D. from Keio University School of Medicine and completed postdoctoral research training at Georgetown University Medical Center and Massachusetts General Hospital / Harvard Medical School, gaining a strong foundation in translational and imaging‑based spine research. His work has contributed significantly to the advancement of CT‑based navigation and innovative surgical approaches in spine care.
Dr. Ishii has received numerous prestigious international awards and fellowships and serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading spine and orthopaedic journals. He continues to advance spine surgery through clinical innovation, research leadership, and international academic collaboration.
Tsai‑Sheng Fu
President
Taiwan Spine Society
Tsai‑Sheng Fu, MD, PhD
Chairman, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou
Professor, Chang Gung University, College of Medicine; National Tsing Hua University, School of Medicine, Taiwan
Executive Director, Taiwan Orthopaedic Association; Taiwan Spine Society
Honorary President, Taiwan Bone Muscle Joint Total Care Association; Taiwan Society of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Tsai‑Sheng Fu is a leading orthopaedic and spine surgeon with extensive experience in minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery. His research spans stem cell and tissue engineering for bone graft substitutes, osteoporosis and fragility fracture management, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. He has made sustained contributions to translational and clinical spine research, particularly in biportal endoscopic techniques, vertebral augmentation, spinal fusion biology, and outcomes research.
He has authored and served as corresponding author for a large body of high‑impact peer‑reviewed publications in major international journals, including World Neurosurgery, Spine Journal, European Spine Journal, JAMA Network Open, and Bone & Joint Research. His work has significantly influenced contemporary spine surgery practice and evidence‑based care. He is also a contributing author of authoritative textbook chapters on minimally invasive lumbar spine surgery and spinal infection, reflecting his long‑standing role as a regional and international academic leader.
Chiu Chee Kidd
President
Malaysian Spine Society
Dr. Chiu Chee Kidd, MBBS (UM), MSOrth (UM), AM (Mal)
Associate Professor, University of Malaya
Consultant Spine Surgeon, University Malaya Specialist Centre
President, Malaysian Spine Society (MSS)
Dr. Chiu Chee Kidd is an experienced spine surgeon with a clinical and academic focus on thoracic and lumbar spine disorders, particularly spinal deformity and degenerative pathologies. He received his medical degree and Master of Orthopaedic Surgery from the University of Malaya and completed advanced clinical fellowship training in spine surgery under Prof. Dr. Kwan Mun Keong.
He is a recipient of the Asia Pacific Spine Society Travelling Fellowship, during which he trained at leading spine centers in Singapore, Taiwan, and Korea, and the AOSpine Fellowship at IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi in Milan, Italy. His academic contributions include active participation in regional and international scientific meetings as an invited faculty member and speaker.
Dr. Chiu is a peer reviewer and editorial board member for multiple international journals and has been recognized as a “Top Ten Reviewer” by the Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery. He remains actively engaged in advancing spine research, education, and professional collaboration in the Asia‑Pacific region.
Primadenny Ariesa Airlangga
President
Indonesian Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon Association
Dr. Primadenny Ariesa Airlangga, M.Si., SpOT. SubSp O.T.B (K)
Head of Department Orthopedic and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Airlangga University
President, Indonesian Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon Association (IOSSA)
Dr. Primadenny Ariesa Airlangga is an orthopedic and traumatology surgeon with a subspecialty focus on spine surgery. He has received extensive clinical and academic training at the Faculty of Medicine, Airlangga University, including postgraduate orthopedic education and international spine fellowship programs in Japan. His professional development is further strengthened by advanced AO Trauma training in Switzerland and long-standing involvement as AOTRAUMA faculty.
His clinical and research interests center on spinal trauma, spinal tuberculosis, degenerative spine disorders, and advanced spinal stabilization techniques. He has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed international and national publications, contributing to biomechanical research, spinal deformity correction, and minimally invasive spine surgery. He is a frequent invited speaker at international spine meetings across Asia, Europe, and Australia, reflecting his active role in global academic exchange and spine surgery education.
Dipak Shrestha
President
Association of Spine Surgeon of Nepal
Prof. Dr. Dipak Shrestha
Professor, Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology,
Dhulikhel Hospital, Kathmandu University Hospital
Chief, Dhulikhel Hospital Trauma and Emergency Center (DHTEC)
President, Association of Spine Surgeon of Nepal (ASSN)
Prof. Dr. Dipak Shrestha is a leading orthopaedic and spine surgeon in Nepal with extensive clinical, academic, and organizational leadership experience. His primary areas of expertise include upper and sub‑axial cervical spine disorders, endoscopic spine surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS), degenerative spine disease, spinal deformity, and spinal infection.
He has completed advanced spine training and fellowships in Thailand, Japan, Sweden, and other international centers, which have shaped his global perspective on spine care and surgical education. Prof. Dr. Shrestha has been actively involved in spine research and medical education and has contributed numerous peer‑reviewed publications addressing spinal trauma, cervical spine pathology, and outcome‑based spine surgery.
In addition to his clinical and academic work, he has played a central role in developing spine surgery and trauma services in Nepal and remains highly engaged in regional and international spine societies, advancing collaborative education and research across the Asia‑Pacific region.
Shah Alam
President
Bangladesh Spine Society
Prof. Dr. Md. Shah Alam, MBBS (Dhaka), MS (Orth), FCPS (Surgery),
FRCS (Ortho Surgery), FRCS (Edin), FRCS (Glasgow)
Professor & Former Head, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dhaka Medical College Hospital
Chief Consultant Surgeon, Bangladesh Spine & Orthopaedic Hospital Ltd.
President, Bangladesh Spine Society (BSS)
Prof. Dr. Md. Shah Alam is a senior orthopedic and spine surgeon with more than three decades of clinical, academic, and leadership experience in orthopaedic and spine surgery. He completed fellowship training in spine surgery in the USA and advanced spine surgery training in England, and has participated in internationally recognized programs including the Imperial Spine Course in London. He is an Active Fellow of the Scoliosis Research Society (USA) and an International Faculty member of the Asia Pacific Spine Society.
His clinical expertise focuses on spinal trauma, scoliosis, spinal tuberculosis, degenerative spine disorders, and complex spinal stabilization techniques. He has published extensively in national and international peer-reviewed journals and has received multiple prestigious scientific awards, including Best Scientific Paper and International Faculty Awards at major global spine and orthopaedic congresses. He has served in key leadership roles within national and regional spine societies and remains actively involved in international spine education and academic exchange.
Ronald P. Tangente
President
Philippine Spine Society
Ronald P. Tangente, MD, MBA, FPOA, FPSS
President, Philippine Spine Society
Brain, Spine, and Scoliosis Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery/Neurosurgery, Davao Doctors Hospital, Philippines
Dr. Ronald P. Tangente is a senior spine surgeon with extensive experience in spinal surgery, hospital operations, and organizational development. He completed multiple international spine fellowships, including clinical training at the Spinal Injuries Center in Iizuka, Japan, the University of Toronto and Sunnybrook & Women’s College Health Sciences Center in Canada, the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, St. Vincent’s Health Care in Montana, and the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in the United States. He was also selected as a Scoliosis Research Society Scholar in the United Kingdom.
His professional interests encompass spinal trauma, complex spinal disorders, and the integration of strategic business planning and continuous quality improvement in healthcare systems. He has held key leadership and academic roles in residency training and national orthopedic organizations and remains actively engaged in international spine societies, contributing to regional and global spine education and policy development.
Thein Aung Kyaw
President
Myanmar Spine Society
Thein Aung Kyaw
President, Myanmar Spine Society
Dr. Thein Aung Kyaw is an orthopaedic surgeon with focused training and clinical experience in spine surgery. He completed his undergraduate medical education with the degree of M.B.,B.S. in 2003 at Universities of Medicine 1, Yangon, Myanmar. He subsequently underwent residency training in Orthopedic Surgery from 2007 to 2009, building a strong foundation in musculoskeletal and trauma care.
He later pursued advanced fellowship training in spine surgery and was awarded Dr. Med.Sc (Spine Suregery) following his training period from 2015 to 2018 at Universities of Medicine 1, Yangon, Myanmar. His professional development also includes international fellowship training in spine surgery in Japan and French, further broadening his exposure to contemporary spinal surgical techniques and academic perspectives.
His clinical interests are centered on spine surgery, with particular emphasis on advanced surgical management of spinal disorders. Through his academic training and international exposure, he contributes to the development and practice of spine surgery within his professional environment.
Thant Zin Naing
Professor
University of Taunggyi
Prof. Dr. Thant Zin Naing, M.B.B.S, M.Med.Sc (Ortho), Dr.Med.Sc (Ortho), MRCS(Edin)
Attending Professor & Head, Orthopaedic Department, University of Taunggyi
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Yangon Orthopaedic Hospital, Myanmar
Past President, Myanmar Spine Society
Prof. Dr. Thant Zin Naing is a senior orthopaedic and spine surgeon with extensive experience in clinical practice, academic medicine, and professional leadership in Myanmar. He completed his undergraduate and postgraduate medical education in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Medicine (2), Yangon, and further obtained MRCS (Edinburgh), reflecting his internationally recognized surgical training.
He has served in key national and regional leadership roles, including Past President of the Myanmar Spine Society, Country Representative of the ASEAN Minimal Invasive Spine Society, and Board Member of the Asia Pacific Spine Society. His professional interests focus on spine surgery, orthopaedic trauma, and the advancement of minimally invasive spinal techniques. He has played an active role in spine education, society development, and regional academic collaboration, contributing to the growth of modern spine surgery practice and training in Myanmar and Southeast Asia.
Jason Cheung
Chair
AO Spine, Asia Pacific Board
Jason Cheung, MBBS, MS, FHKAM (Orthopaedic Surgery), FHKCOS, FRCS (Edin)
Chair, Asia Pacific Board of AO Spine
Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, The University of Hong Kong
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Queen Mary Hospital, Hong Kong
Prof Jason Cheung is an orthopaedic and spine surgeon with extensive experience in spinal deformity, degenerative spine disorders, and complex spinal reconstruction. He completed his medical education and postgraduate orthopaedic training in Hong Kong and has undertaken advanced international fellowship training in spine surgery. His academic career is closely integrated with clinical practice, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based spine care and translational research.
He has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in leading international journals and has contributed to textbook chapters in the field of spine surgery. His research interests include spinal deformity correction, cervical spine disorders, and outcomes research in spine surgery. He is actively involved in international spine education and regularly serves as invited faculty and speaker at major regional and global spine meetings, contributing to the advancement of spine surgery training and academic exchange in Asia and beyond.