Jason's congenital heart disease was discovered during his junior secondary school years. At that time, he experienced a sudden rapid heartbeat during class, and subsequent examinations revealed an arrhythmia condition. He was then referred to Queen Mary Hospital for further evaluation. After several ultrasound and electrocardiogram tests, he was diagnosed with having Supraventricular Tachycardia, a common form of congenital arrhythmia characterized by intermittent rapid heartbeats. "This condition caused concern among my family and school. The school even prohibited me from participating in sports-related activities. Fortunately, with the help of the Foundation and the treatment provided by doctors at Queen Mary Hospital, I underwent catheter ablation surgery during the summer vacation of Form One, greatly improving my condition. After that, I was able to engage in physical activities without worry."
Due to his personal experience, Jason developed a strong interest in Biology and chose it as one of his elective subjects in high school. "My perspective didn't change because of this illness. At that time, I believed that everyone has the possibility of getting sick, and when you're sick, you need medical treatment. It's a normal physiological phenomenon. Of course, besides the arrhythmia, I also had various other illnesses during my growth, which may have sparked my interest in Biology." With persistent effort in studying, Jason achieved excellent results in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) examination and became a recipient of the "Academic Award Scheme" Outstanding Award. He then pursued a career in Radiology.
"Radiology allows me to apply the Biological knowledge I've learned. It helps doctors understand patients' body conditions and treatment plans. Although many people don't know what a radiographer is, it is a very important and meaningful profession." Currently, Jason has graduated and is working at a hospital he loves. As he spends more time in the field, he increasingly appreciates the significance of his work. "Sometimes, I feel nervous when working with different doctors, and I need to continue learning and reviewing even after work. I hope to become more familiar with the workflow in the future and help more people."
As someone who has gone through similar experiences, Jason hopes that children with congenital heart disease can face their conditions positively, not overly focusing on the illness, but instead, try to find their own goals and live their own path for the future.