Professor Patrick Yung

Clinical Director of Orthopaedics, Chinese University of Hong Kong (Hong Kong)

Prof. Patrick Yung is a recognised global leader in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and he is the current Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, and the Associate Dean of the Faculty of Medicine of CUHK, focusing on orthopaedics sport medicine and arthroscopic surgery. He serves as the leader of a lot of international & local centers of sports medicine & health science, including being the Vice President of International Federation of Sports Medicine (FIMS), Past President of the Asian Federation of Sports Medicine (AFSM), Past President of the Hong Kong Association of Sports Medicine & Sports Science (HKASMSS), as well as the Past President of the Hong Kong College of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He is also the Director of the Hong Kong Centre of Sports Medicine and Sports Science, The Hong Kong Jockey Club Sports Medicine and Health Sciences Centre, and the Centre of Neuromusculoskeletal Restorative Medicine (CNRM) of InnoHK research centers.

Dr. Yusuf Hassan

Orthopaedic Surgeon, African Sports Science Institute Clinic (South Africa)

Dr. Yusuf Hassan is an Orthopeadic Surgeon and founding director of the medical tech company ASSIC Pty (Ltd) based in Cape Town, South Africa. Dr. Hassan’s experiences include the management of athletes of various sporting codes and level of participation in South Africa, and include the national cricket, karate, and rugby teams. Using a scientific validated management system whilst employed as Springboks rugby doctor (2004-2007), he reinforced the concept of periodization in preparation for the Rugby World Cup in 2007 where he successfully led the sports science and medical team in contributing to the team’s 2007 Rugby World Cup win. He later duplicated this template by developing an interface called ASSIC Performance Fingerprint app for athletes and sedentary individuals to improve performance.

Topic abstract

Injury management: Return-to-play and performance

A Surgical Approach to Multi-Ligament Knee Injury Dr. Yusuf Hassan

Multi-ligament knee injuries often resulting from high-energy trauma or knee dislocations, represent severe and complex orthopaedic challenges. This presentation provides a focused overview of the surgical management of these injuries, emphasizing the critical principles of a systematic approach.

We will review the surgical techniques for addressing the cruciate and collateral ligaments, the role of anatomic repair versus reconstruction, and the necessity of addressing associated neurovascular and meniscal pathology.

Finally, we will summarize evidence-based considerations for postoperative rehabilitation protocols and expected outcomes, underscoring that a well-planned, individualized surgical strategy is essential for restoring stability and function to the multi-ligament injured knee.