Recently, the Shanghai Songjiang District Overseas Chinese Federation hosted the 2024 “Overseas Talent Contributing to a New Era” event, alongside the second “Free Medical Consultation for the Community, Led by Returned Scholars,” in Songjiang, Shanghai. This initiative aimed to deepen the concept of returned overseas Chinese talent serving society, bringing together medical experts who have returned from abroad, showcasing their commitment to enhancing the G60 Science and Technology Innovation Corridor in the Yangtze River Delta and fulfilling their social responsibilities.
Songjiang, as a vital hub of the G60 corridor, has attracted numerous overseas Chinese talents to innovate and start businesses. Among these are medical professionals who not only excel in their fields but also actively engage in social welfare.
This year’s event was larger and more comprehensive than the inaugural one, with 33 medical experts from various departments such as Traditional Chinese Medicine, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Dermatology, Gynecology, Respiratory Medicine, and Orthopedics. They provided professional and detailed free medical consultations, serving over 400 community residents. Additionally, the event introduced services like health consultations and medical legal advice, catering to the real needs of community members.
Dr. Wang from Tongji Hospital shared, “The free clinic offers the public a convenient way to seek medical care, effectively addressing their issues while saving them time, money, and energy.”
Zhou Min, a member of the Shanghai Overseas Chinese Students Federation and vice president, remarked that in recent years, their Songjiang branch and university affiliates have been actively serving overseas students and the local community. Under the guidance of the “Songjiang District · University Town New Overseas Chinese Alliance,” they’ve implemented many practical solutions to various problems. He emphasized that this event is an excellent example of innovative practices to serve the people, hoping the federation can continue to strengthen collaboration and create distinctive work initiatives.
Zhu Dazhang, member of the Songjiang District Committee and Minister of the United Front Work Department, stated that the district government prioritizes the development of health services. Hosting free clinics is a tangible measure to address the concerns of the public. He highlighted that after returning from their studies abroad, these experts provide vital medical services to the community, reflecting the commitment of overseas Chinese to serve the public. Zhu expressed hope for the continuation of the “Overseas Talent Contributing to a New Era” series, aiming to benefit society through additional acts of kindness and problem-solving.
On that day, the doctors also visited the 10th Shanghai Citizen Art Exhibition, titled “City of Honor.” The exhibition vividly showcased the beautiful tapestry of Shanghai as a “People’s City,” allowing the returned doctors to experience the cultural charm and zeitgeist of the city while they provided medical services.
