Singapore General Hospital

Associate Professor Chan Yew Weng has been instrumental in advancing Anaesthesiology in Singapore and beyond. Trained in anaesthesia for highly specialised procedures such as liver transplant, cardiac surgery, major vascular surgery and neurosurgery, as well as intensive care, A/Prof Chan has a diverse skill set. He once described his job as being the pilot in the operating theatre, navigating the patient and keeping them safe with every heartbeat. A/Prof Chan’s passion and visionary leadership have inspired generations of doctors to pursue anaesthesiology and encouraged colleagues to take on leadership roles in the healthcare system. A dedicated educator, he elevated postgraduate education for clinicians by starting fellowship programmes for young anaesthetists and surgeons when he was Director of SGH Postgraduate Medical Institute. He is also a passionate teacher and examiner for medical students and residents. His life-long dream was for Singapore to host the World Congress of Anaesthesiologists – which he called the Olympics of the practice, which prompted him to take on leadership roles in the Singapore, regional and world bodies in Anaesthesiology. His dream was fulfilled in 2024, which brought together practitioners from more than 140 countries. SingHealth #NewlyConferred #EmeritusConsultant #Healthcare #DefiningTomorrowsMedicine

Exploring global innovation in healthcare! 🌍🏥 Our team consisting of representatives from Musculoskeletal Sciences (MSKSC) Academic Clinical Program (ACP) and the Singhealth Alice Lee Innovation Centre of Excellence (A.L.I.C.E) had the invaluable opportunity to visit Germany and Switzerland on a study trip. It enabled them to gain firsthand insights into cutting-edge technologies and best practices. With a focus on advancing innovation in the musculoskeletal discipline, this trip provided key learnings to drive progress and enhance innovation-driven collaborations. These insights continue to inspire new approaches and improvements in our pursuit of healthcare excellence. #HealthcareInnovation #GlobalInsights #AdvancingCare#DefiningTomorrowsMedicine #DareToInnovate #DareToCollaborate

At SGH, it’s always #PeopleFirst. We believe a supportive workplace starts with looking out for one another. Our Peer Support Lead, Pei Yi, shares how we’re making mental well-being a priority—training over 6,000 colleagues in Psychological First Aid (PFA) and growing our Peer Supporter (PFA+) network by 40%. With strong leadership support, we’re building a culture where no one has to face challenges alone. Because at SGH, we’ve got your back. #EmployerOfChoice #wegotyourback #SGHcares #SGHPeerSupport

9 people in Singapore suffered serious skin reactions after taking medicines containing modafinil or armodafinil. Both drugs are unregistered in Singapore, though they can be obtained in some countries as prescription medicines for specific medical conditions such as narcolepsy. The patients suffered from Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), a life-threatening skin condition, and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), a more severe form of SJS. The conditions cause blistering rashes and severe peeling of the skin and mucous membranes. These medicines should be taken only when prescribed by a doctor and with proper medical supervision. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gYzSq3b2

Building the Future of Healthcare: The Team Behind Our Infrastructure 🏥🔧 At SGH, we believe in creating more than just world-class healthcare facilities—we focus on fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. The Commissioning Secretariat (Comm Sec), a key component of our Healthcare Management Executive (HME) scheme, is dedicated to driving impactful infrastructure projects that support our mission of exceptional patient care. From planning to execution, this team ensures that every space we create is built with purpose and precision. Discover more about the incredible people behind these projects and the division that brings them to life by reading the full article: https://lnkd.in/g4UesP2v 👷♂️👷♀️💡💪 #InfrastructureInnovation #BuildingExcellence #HealthcareDevelopment #DefiningTomorrowsMedicine

More than 380 participants attended the SingHealth Women’s Forum, to understand ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Prof Manju Chandran, Senior Consultant, Endocrinology spoke on ‘An Integrated Approach to Optimum Bone Health’ and engaged attendees during the Q&A session. #healthierSG #WomenHealth

Meet Assistant Manager, Brian Chan Weizhi, who oversees the daily security operations at SGH. From providing a physical presence, doing surveillance, and maintaining access control to restricted areas, Brian and the Certis team also proactively explores enhancing operations with technology to strengthen their overall security plan for the hospital. Brian and his team are a well-integrated member of the ED who actively work and participate in maintaining the safety for the members of the public, patients and staff who are within the compound especially at ED. Security personnel like him play an important role in the hospital as they safeguard and be the first line of defense for members, staff and patients against any potential threat and receive the best patient care in the hospital. #hiddenheroes #emergency #security

It was a pleasure to host the leadership team from National Healthcare Group (NHG) at Singapore General Hospital (SGH) for an enriching learning exchange. During their visit, we had the opportunity to share insights on our approach to patient experience, service quality, and the use of technology in enhancing healthcare delivery. The NHG leaders actively engaged with our teams on topics ranging from building a culture of service excellence to improving patient experience through innovation. We were also excited to discuss the critical roles played by leadership and patient advocacy groups in delivering compassionate, person-centered care. We are grateful for the opportunity to share our experiences and journey, and we look forward to future opportunities to learn from each other as we continue to advance healthcare excellence together. Su-Yen Goh Hiang Khoon Tan Ruban Poopalalingam Geoffrey Gui Jade Ng Gaik Nai Jennifer Wee Ghee Chee PHUA Joe Sim Kong Choong Tang #DefiningTomorrowsMedicine #HealthcareCollaboration #MedicalOutreach #MedicalPartnerships #AcademicExcellence #PatientCare #InnovationInMedicine #DareToCollaborate

Humbled and honoured that BiliSG has been mentioned by Minister of Health in parliament. The BiliSG team, supported by SingHealth and NUHS institutions, and Synapxe, is putting in a 101% to make Neonatal Jaundice screening at home (NNJ@Home program) a reality. #SingHealth #SGH #SinghealthPolyclinics #NationalUniversityPolyclinics #NUH #Synapxe #BiliSG Benny Yip Kuok Wei Chia Han Leong Goh Lin (Jenny) Zou Millie Goh Tan Ngiap Chuan Shiwaza Moosa

Empowering Our Team: The Vaccination Initiative 💉🤝 Keeping our team healthy and safe is a top priority at SGH. When a dedicated group of colleagues launched a vaccination initiative, they went above and beyond—securing discounts and streamlining the process to ensure every staff member and their families could easily access the vaccine. This initiative is a perfect example of the strong, supportive culture at SGH, where collaboration and care go hand in hand. Want to learn more about how this initiative is making a difference? Click the link to read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gydBc8Ty 💉💪 #EmployeeWellbeing #Teamwork #HospitalCulture #EmployerOfChoice #DefiningTomorrowsMedicine