Asian Pacific Federation of Societies for Surgery of the Hand

About the SIG

The APFSSH Congenital Hand Special Interest Group (SIG) was established in 2026 to bring together clinicians with a shared interest in congenital hand surgery and congenital upper limb differences across the Asia-Pacific region.

The SIG provides a platform for collaboration, education, and the exchange of knowledge. It aims to showcase the expertise and innovation within our region while fostering professional relationships and developing educational initiatives under the umbrella of the Asia Pacific Federation of Societies for Surgery of the Hand (APFSSH).

Our Objectives

The Congenital Hand SIG aims to:

Promote education and awareness in congenital hand surgery and upper limb differences.
Showcase expertise, innovation, and clinical experience from across the Asia-Pacific region.
Foster collaboration among clinicians, researchers, and trainees.
Encourage discussion on best practices and contemporary management.
Develop educational programmes and scientific activities under the APFSSH umbrella.

Leadership

Pro Tem Lead

Wee Leon Lam (Singapore)

Wee Leon Lam serves as the Pro Tem Lead of the APFSSH Congenital Hand SIG. He was instrumental in developing the structure of the SIG, drawing on his experience with the British Society for Surgery of the Hand (BSSH) Special Interest Groups.

Founding Steering Group

The APFSSH Congenital Hand SIG is guided by a multinational founding steering group representing expertise from across the Asia-Pacific region.

Member	Country / Region
Wee Leon Lam	Singapore
Takehiko Takagi	Japan
David McCombe	Australia
Monusha Mohan	India
PT Chan	Hong Kong
Esther Chow	Hong Kong
Soumen Das De	Singapore
Anil Bhat	India
Nathaniel Orillaza	Philippines
Guo Yang	China

Activities

The SIG will initially focus on:

Educational webinars
Case discussions and expert forums
Educational sessions held in conjunction with APFSSH scientific meetings
Sharing educational resources and clinical updates
Facilitating collaboration among members with an interest in congenital hand surgery

Membership

Membership is open to clinicians, researchers, and trainees with an interest in congenital hand surgery and upper limb differences within the Asia-Pacific region.

Information regarding membership, upcoming educational activities, and future events will be announced through APFSSH.

Contact

For enquiries regarding the APFSSH Congenital Hand Special Interest Group, please contact APFSSH or any member of the Steering Group.

About APFSSH Special Interest Groups

The APFSSH Special Interest Groups (SIGs) provide a platform for clinicians across the Asia Pacific region to collaborate in subspecialty areas of hand surgery. Through education, scientific exchange, and professional networking, SIGs strengthen regional expertise, foster future leaders, and advance the mission of APFSSH.