St Luke's Hospital - SLH

19/08/2025

𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝘀: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲

The dementia ward was filled with warmth as nurses gathered with Moses for a group photo before his discharge, a reflection of bonds formed through care and compassion.

As a gesture of appreciation, his wife Cynthia surprised them with a bouquet of flowers and thoughtful treats. The timing could not have been more meaningful – as it coincided with Nurses’ Day, making the celebration even sweeter.

Beyond the gifts, it was a moment of shared happiness, knowing that their love and tireless care had made a difference for Moses and his family.

15/08/2025

Caring for an ageing parent, a spouse with a medical condition, or a loved one with dementia can be deeply meaningful but also incredibly demanding.

For many caregivers, prioritising others’ needs over their own can lead to exhaustion and burnout over time. If left unaddressed, caregiver burnout can impact your health, your well-being, and your ability to care for your loved one.

Recognising the signs and seeking help is the first step towards restoring emotional balance – and you don’t have to do this alone.

At St Luke’s Community Clinic, our mental health professionals provide a wide range of evidence-based psychological interventions tailored to support caregivers facing stress, grief, or difficult life transitions.

Read more at: https://www.slh.org.sg/feeling-emotionally-drained-as-a-caregiver-heres-where-to-find-help-in-singapore/

12/08/2025

At first, it seemed like nothing more than a blister. But for 80-year-old Mr Aw, that small blister on his leg soon grew into a palm-sized, agonising wound — causing intense pain and making every step a struggle.

With dedicated care from our wound care team, his condition has improved significantly. The wound has shrunk and the pain has eased. Today, he can even shower independently again — a simple freedom he once thought was lost.

Patients like Mr Aw cannot walk this road alone.

This September, LTC (Dr) Chua Jia Long of the Singapore Navy will take on the Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming to raise $1.5 million for patients at St Luke's Hospital.

Your gift will help us support more than 7,200 patients and beneficiaries each year, across our care ecosystem and areas of excellence in dementia, palliative, rehabilitation and wound care.

🔗 Donate at https://give.asia/tcswim.
📖 Read Mr Aw’s full story at https://www.slh.org.sg/the-healing-touch-of-compassion/.

11/08/2025

Since January 2024, 78-year-old Lee Liang Ying has been part of St Luke’s Hospital’s GYMComm programme for personalised strength, balance, and gait training, later progressing to our MOVE group classes.

Earlier this year, while out with his wife, he collapsed from a heart attack. After stent surgery, he returned to exercise classes—rebuilding strength, improving balance, and overcoming the fear of moving again after his health scare.

“Now, I feel no different from before my heart attack,” he says.

Today, he continues to attend classes at SLH and has returned to his active routine—playing tennis, enjoying pickleball, and hiking—proving it’s never too late to live actively and meaningfully. 🏃

👉 Read the full story at Lianhe Zaobao 联合早报: https://www.zaobao.com.sg/lifestyle/health/story20250810-7239618

小学开始打乒乓，中学打羽毛球；现在每周打两次网球，一次匹克球，还定期和朋友一起爬武吉知马山，每周做两次肌力训练，偶尔打打高尔夫球......能维持这样的运动量绝非易事，78岁的李良颖却做到了。

06/08/2025

In the lead up to National Day, our staff and patients penned heartfelt wishes on colourful ribbons – expressing their love and hope for peace, harmony and a brighter future for our nation.

These ribbons joined thousands of others to form a stunning 6.3m x 24.3m display at the Bukit Batok East Ave 4 Open Court, setting a record in the Singapore Book of Records for the largest display of hanging handwritten ribbons! ✨

Thank you Bukit Batok East Community Arts And Culture Club for inviting us to be part of this beautiful initiative! Just like each ribbon makes up part of a vibrant tapestry, every individual in our community is unique and treasured. Happy 60th, Singapore!

04/08/2025

Here’s a look back at our recent Nurses’ Day celebration! 🎉From lively performances by our talented nurses to fun games and delicious treats, the day was filled with warmth, appreciation, and camaraderie.

Speaking at the event, CEO A/Prof Tan Boon Yeow honoured our nurses as the heartbeat of SLH — standing faithfully beside patients and their loved ones, helping them move from illness to healing, from isolation to comfort, and from fear to renewed faith.

Thank you to all our nurses for being the Healing Hands and Connecting Hearts who bring hope, joy and comfort to every patient you care for. A special shoutout to the Nurses’ Day committee for making this wonderful celebration possible!

01/08/2025

At our recent Townhall, CEO A/Prof Tan Boon Yeow delivered a stirring call to action for all staff to continue shining as a Beacon of Light — enriching lives and transforming care for the patients, communities, and partners we serve.

He spotlighted Rehabilitation Care as one of our Peaks of Excellence, sharing how St Luke’s Hospital is driving transformation through a holistic, integrated care model while delivering quality experiences through technology, volunteerism, and service innovations.

Beyond our walls, we continue to strengthen community partnerships through active ageing programmes and build sector capabilities via St Luke’s Academy and advanced rehabilitation technologies. As part of our campaign, staff were reminded to stay anchored in the purpose and passion that drive their work.

The town hall also introduced new staff welfare initiatives, with a strong focus on mental well-being, alongside upcoming training, development opportunities, and exciting events. A highlight of the day was celebrating our people — honouring 74 individuals and 4 teams with the Core Values Award, 4Rs Care Award, Individual Employee Service Awards, and the Outstanding Ward Team Award.

The event closed on a warm note as staff enjoyed goodies from Shermay's Singapore Fine Food and the booth. 💚

29/07/2025

Our doctors were looking SPEC-tacular at our recent SLH Medical Day celebrations! 👓

Beyond treating illnesses, our doctors journey alongside patients and their families, supporting them holistically every step of the way. From inpatient settings to St Luke’s Community Clinic and home care services, our medical team plays an instrumental role across our care ecosystem — serving, loving, and healing with tireless dedication.

CEO and Senior Consultant A/Prof Tan Boon Yeow shared an inspirational message, encouraging our doctors to see patients through a different lens — to piece together subtle clues, uncover underlying issues, and provide care that looks beyond the surface, touching the heart and healing the whole person.

We celebrated their compassion and commitment with a fun-filled morning of games, prizes, and a hearty breakfast. Thank you for all you do to restore lives beyond wellness to wholeness! 💙

28/07/2025

✨ Meet Executive Fizah Matawi, a valued member of the Clinical Operations team.

For 17 years, Fizah has journeyed with patients from appointments to helping them navigate healthcare subsidies with care and compassion.

She’s someone both patients and colleagues can rely on — always ready to listen, support, and make a difference.

As part of our Together, We C4RE campaign, we celebrate our dedicated healthcare team.

➡️ Learn more: https://www.slh.org.sg/togetherwec4re/

26/07/2025

📢 The Latest Issue of SLH Happenings is here!

Follow Leong and Betty’s heartfelt love story, and how Leong spent his final days surrounded by love, comfort, and the compassionate care of the Palliative Care team at St Luke’s Hospital. Discover how we’re partnering with the community to empower residents with health and wellness knowledge. Plus, pick up practical tips for treating wounds at home!

Read the latest newsletter here: https://www.slh.org.sg/happenings-july-2025/
👉🏻 Sign up to receive our latest news, events and health bites today: https://www.slh.org.sg/ -news

25/07/2025

With her voice and trusty guitar, Serena brings connection, comfort, and moments of joy to our patients—especially those living with dementia or receiving palliative care.

Through heartfelt melodies and heartfelt companionship, she reminds us that when we give from a place of authenticity, our actions can truly make a lasting difference.

Inspired by Serena’s story?

👉 Join us in bringing light and warmth to our patients. Volunteer with us today: slh.org.sg/volunteering

25/07/2025

At Asia Healthcare Week, our Senior Physiotherapist Yap Thian Yong — Singapore’s first Level Three certified trainer for the Ekso GT™ — shared how St Luke’s Hospital is advancing robotic-assisted rehabilitation using exoskeletons.

Supporting patients with impaired mobility by enhancing trunk control and enabling safety, exoskeletons allow for precise movement retraining through customisable settings — helping them regain strength and function.

Thian Yong also took part in a fireside chat on “Developing Allied Health Professionals to Provide Patient-Centric Holistic Care,” where he spoke about empowering caregivers in collaborative decision-making by incorporating their perspectives into therapy plans to ensure alignment with patient needs.

At SLH, we remain committed to advancing rehabilitation care through innovation, compassion, and continual upskilling — so that every patient has the best chance at regaining independence and quality of life.

👉 Learn more about our rehab care services: https://www.slh.org.sg/areas-of-care/rehabilitation-care/