In 2012, When I first took part in a two day 200K cycling challenge to raise funds for cancer research with my friend Dr Andrew Ng, I had no idea that one day a deadly form of cancer would affect my nearest and dearest. When Alicia was diagnosed with stage 3 Myeloma 3 years ago, we were so shocked that we feared for the worst. Following almost unbearable treatments for six months, she has surprisingly made a good recovery. We are indeed thankful to the Royal North Shore Hospital Cancer team for their care and expertise, and also to the many friends and colleagues who supported us throughout her treatment. The year following her treatment, I decided to run a half marathon to raise funds for the Australian Cancer Research Foundation. I managed to raise around $15K and became the top fund raiser for the foundation in the event, thanks to the very generous support of many friends and colleagues.
This year I have decided to repeat the half marathon run on May 4 (Sydney half marathon) to raise funds for the Foundation again. What motivated me this time is an inspiring speech by a Periodontist colleague Dr Peter Clark Ryan at a conference dinner recently. He shared his personal struggle with the same form of cancer and recounted his remarkable recovery, which culminated in a cycling trip to the highest mountain in Taiwan, just a year after completing his cancer treatment.
Despite the heartwarming story, four Periodontist colleagues at Westmead Hospital who I had worked with had lost their battle with cancer in the past decade. Cancer research and new treatments are costly. We cannot rely solely on government and drug companies to fund all promising research. Everyone can help support cancer research, which may benefit our loved ones one day. Your generosity in supporting this fundraising run would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you to my Sponsors
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Francis Chau
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Wendy Yu
Go Patrick! It’s so inspiring to see you push to raise money for something that hit so close to home a few years ago. Wonderful to see Alicia regaining her health!
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Mary Choo
I am in awe of your courage and determination to help a worthy course. My only regret is I can never cycle as well as you, so you can cover those kilometers for me and all who need this extra help Patrick👍💪
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Rodman Ip
Every step forward is a victory, no matter how small.
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Ehsan Mellati
Keep inspiring all of us Patrick! Best wishes for your half marathon!
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Patrick Tseng
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Jaclyn Wong
Keep up the great work for such a worthy cause..
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Ken Loui
You are an inspiration. Keep running. I am right behind you.
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Cecilia So
You are forever young and fit Patrick! After our team mini triathlon you have been continually dedicated in your endurance pursuits! All the best!
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Brian Quan
加油! Patrick!
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Pcr
Don't stop; keep going full blast!
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Samsom So
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Christine Paull
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Lerlyn Turner
All the Best for the Half Marathon Patrick.
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Khanh Van Mach
Well done Patrick 👍
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Meredith Owen
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Wensy
You and your wife are an inspiration! 🫡🙏👏
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Kayla Ashkar
A very worthy cause Patrick 🙏
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Kingsley Cheung
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Christopher Cheung
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Pru Klein
PCR has always been an inspiration, even harking back to our days as flatmates in London. Good luck to you and your wife, Patrick, this is SUCH a worthy cause. From the mountains of Utah.
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David Luk
Pat, keep up the good work!
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Anonymous
加油 永远支持你。
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S au ching
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Parady
Hopefully I could contribute little bit with your humanity activities my dear teacher
