Student Voice - Jiang Siqi

I completed my undergraduate studies in Clinical Chinese Medicine Integrated with Western Medicine and earned a master’s degree specializing in Internal Medicine in mainland China. Currently, I am pursuing a Master of Public Health at HKU, focusing on Health Economics Policy and Management (HEPM). Professionally, I work as both a clinical doctor and a staff member in the medical management department at The Second People’s Hospital of Hunan Province. This dual role has given me valuable insights into the interaction between frontline clinical work and hospital management, deepening my understanding of how both sides influence patient outcomes. It has strengthened my commitment not only to improving individual patient care but also to expanding my contribution to benefit a broader population, which motivated me to pursue public health studies. I’m honored to achieve the Hong Kong Jockey Club Medical and Health Scholarship-cum-Fellowship for Top Talent in the Mainland, which supports this wonderful journey.

The most enjoyable part of my MPH study is having lots of new friends and being able to apply what I’ve learned to practice. Sharing ideas and perspectives with classmates from diverse academic and professional backgrounds has been inspiring and greatly broadened my understanding of this field. My practicum at the Children’s Cancer Foundation (CCF) is a precious and valuable experience. This is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for children with cancer and other intensive diseases. I work as an analysis intern and my main responsibility is assisting in the development of an applied health education program aimed at raising awareness of psychosocial support for families and schools. Due to my working experience, I have witnessed many children struggling with mental health issues, which would greatly affect their physical health and cause a heavy burden on families and society. I believe that equipping children and families with knowledge and emotional support can reduce fear, anxiety and improve treatment outcomes.

I’m deeply moved by the passion and patience of the staff, especially those Child Life Specialists who work in hospitals right beside the patients, they are making great efforts to explain the medical procedure to those children in a way that they could understand, help them feel braver and cooperate better with healthcare professionals during treatment. At the S+ Summit Cum Expo 2025, when I introduced our services to visitors, many of whom found it meaningful, two of them even moved to tears and chose to donate. The experience was deeply touching and reinforced my passion not only for the work, but also for public health.

I truly enjoyed the practicum as it allowed me to apply what I’ve learned in a practical setting and broadened my perspective beyond hospital-based care.