Medical Oration

MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE: A JOURNEY INTO SURGERY FOR FACIAL DIFFERENCES IN CHILDREN

Orator: Mr David Chong, MBBS, FRACS, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon,

Wednesday 1 July 2020, 6.00pm – 7.00pm, via Zoom

Places are limited; register today to avoid missing out.

“Why do we assume so much from the way someone looks?

The ability to restore harmony to the face, with its resultant effect on the way that life is lived, is an amazing gift to be able to give.”  

Mr David Chong

Join us for this fascinating and informative free online medical oration with renowned plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Mr David Chong. Mr Chong’s passion is correcting facial and skull differences in children, both here in Australia and overseas. He holds appointments at The Royal Children’s Hospital, Northpark Private Hospital and St Vincent’s Private Hospital.

Deeply rooted in humanitarian work, Mr Chong has partnered with Children First Foundation as a pro bono surgeon for over 12 years. He also volunteers for Mercy Ships and Operation Smile.

Mr Chong is a graduate of The University of Western Australia. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons, American Cleft Lip and Palate Association (ACPA), American Society of Maxillofacial Surgery (ASMS) and Australasian Cleft and Palate Society.

Who should attend?

Anyone interested in understanding the complex journey in correcting facial and skull differences in children, humanitarian medicine and the work of Children First Foundation.

Date, time and how to register

Wednesday 1 July 2020, 6.00pm – 7.00pm, via Zoom

Places are limited; register today to secure your spot.

Need help in setting up Zoom?

Email us on development@childrenfirstfoundation.org.au for instructions to set up Zoom or for any other questions.

This event is kindly sponsored by Priceline Pharmacy.