Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital

01/03/2026

Do you know how to feel your pulse?💓 It’s a simple way to check your heart’s health!

Regular pulse checks help you know what’s normal and spot changes early. An irregular, too fast or too slow heartbeat could signal a problem. Early action helps protect your heart.

If your pulse feels off, seek medical advice.

At Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, our specialists provide comprehensive evaluation and advanced care for cardiac arrhythmias and other heart conditions.

Today marks so let’s make heart health a priority, not just today, but every day. 💗

🔗 Learn more: https://www.mountelizabeth.com.sg/conditions-treatments/heart-health

27/02/2026

Cancer care is rarely a single choice. It’s a series of personal decisions that affect your body, your loved ones, your work and your peace of mind. “How will this change things?” and “How do we get ready?” aren’t only about care — they’re about life.

At 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲: 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, Mount Elizabeth Hospitals invite you to a public forum that brings together oncology specialists, survivors and care professionals for in-depth discussions on the realities of modern cancer care.

𝗬𝗼𝘂’𝗹𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁:

🔹 How surgical, medical, radiation and interventional specialists work together to shape treatment plans

🔹 Cancer risk, genetics and the role of early detection and screening

🔹 Practical guidance on treatment costs and insurance coverage, with financial specialists addressing common gaps.

🔹 Life after cancer — mental health, resilience and rebuilding

There will also be dedicated focus sessions on 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗱, 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁, 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀, with time for questions.

Join us for a thoughtful conversation.

📅 Saturday, 18 April 2026
📍 Pan Pacific Singapore
🔗 Register here: https://www.mountelizabeth.com.sg/lessons-for-life-2026

27/02/2026

Healing doesn’t begin or end at the hospital doors. It starts in the weeks of preparation before admission and continues through the steady work of recovery after you return home.

These in-between stages are often when stress peaks, especially if you’re unsure what your insurance covers.

When you have the clarity of knowing you are supported from the first scan to the final check in, you can stop second guessing every appointment and start focusing on your recovery.

Swipe ➡️ to see how each stage of your care is typically covered.

👉 Read the full guide: https://healthinsured.sg/pre-post-hospitalisation-coverage-singapore-guide/

24/02/2026

Our halls pulsed with the rhythm of drums and lion dance.🧧🐎

Keeping the festive energy going, we surprised our patients with Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital horse charms that unfold into reusable bags, perfect for carrying a little cheer and good fortune into the year ahead.

Wishing everyone a healthy, hopeful Year of the Horse!

23/02/2026

Living with two serious heart conditions, Madam Linda Sanjaya found everyday life limited by breathlessness and fatigue.

She needed a solution that was as sophisticated as her condition was complex, but one that wouldn’t keep her from being there for her family, especially her daughter’s wedding.

Under the care of cardiothoracic surgeon Professor Theodoros Kofidis, she underwent a rare double minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) to treat both conditions in a single operation, without the need for conventional open‑heart surgery. This gentler approach avoids large incisions through the chest bone, reducing surgical trauma and easing her recovery.

With ongoing support from cardiologist Dr Lim Tai Tian and the heart team, her symptoms have improved, and she is steadily regaining strength for her daughter’s big day.

Consult with our cardiothoracic team today to explore advanced heart surgery options.

👉 https://www.mountelizabeth.com.sg/conditions-treatments/heart-health

20/02/2026

Welcome to the world, our Year of the Horse babies! 👶✨

Mdm Goh Tsuey Ping and Mr Kwei Ren Hua met their second baby boy at 8:04pm on the first day of Lunar New Year. Festive timing clearly runs in the family, as their eldest son was born just after Christmas.

At 6:10am the next morning, Mdm New Zi Xuan and Mr Samuel Lim welcomed their baby girl, our first baby girl of the new year. Her parents shared that our gifts arrived even before their loved ones.

Both families received surprise bundles of joy: a maternity hamper, baby essentials, mandarin oranges for good luck, and a horse plushie bag charm to mark this spirited zodiac year.

Warmest wishes to the Kwei and Lim families as they head home with their newest little loves! 🧡

17/02/2026

Lunar New Year cheer made its way through our halls today at Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital. 🍊🍊🧡 We dropped by with mandarin oranges for luck and to welcome the Year of the Horse. Hope it brightened your wait, your visit, and your day.

Gong Xi Fa Cai! Wishing you good health and a wonderful year ahead. 🐴

16/02/2026

Festive feasting, late nights, and busy visiting schedules can sometimes lead to unexpected health issues — from high fever to food poisoning or even an unexpected injury.

If you or a loved one feels unwell, our Urgent Care Centre is open 24/7 throughout the holidays — so you can get the care you need, when you need it.

Visit our page for more information: https://www.mountelizabeth.com.sg/24hr-urgent-care-centre/overview

We also offer islandwide medical transportation 24/7. Call us at this number: 1800 727 5929 (toll free)

16/02/2026

Gallop into the New Year with strength, vitality, and joy! 🐎

Wishing you and your loved ones prosperity, good health, and happiness. Happy Lunar New Year from all of us at Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital. 🧧👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

12/02/2026

Back pain that won’t go away? Here’s what you should know.

One possible cause is 𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘆𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘀 — age-related wear and tear of the lower spine. Over time, discs can thin, joints may stiffen, and bone spurs can form as the body tries to stabilise the area.

These changes may irritate or compress nearby nerves, leading to symptoms like sciatica — pain that radiates down the leg.

In this post, we share the signs to look out for, and when seeing a neurosurgeon* may help you take the next step towards recovery.

Speak to a neurosurgeon here: https://www.mountelizabeth.com.sg/specialties/neurosurgery/our-doctors

*𝘕𝘦𝘶𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘥𝘰 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘳𝘺. 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘮 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘥𝘪𝘢𝘨𝘯𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘴, 𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘰𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 — 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘯𝘰𝘯-𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘨𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘨𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭.

Follow our 𝘐𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦… series for more insights on brain, spine and nerve conditions — and let us know in the comments which topic you’d like us to cover next. 💬

10/02/2026

With 3 Nipah virus cases reported overseas and the rise in measles cases in Singapore, it’s a timely reminder of the role vaccines play in disease prevention — and the importance of vigilance and preparedness when vaccines aren’t available.

In this fact sheet, we highlight key diseases that already have approved vaccines, alongside those that don’t. Which ones were you already familiar with?

If you’re unsure which vaccinations may be relevant for you — especially if you’re travelling soon — speaking to a doctor can provide clarity.

29/01/2026

At 37, Lynn Chia never imagined she’d have a stroke.

She woke up days after emergency brain surgery unable to walk, speak clearly, or see properly. With intensive rehabilitation and strong family support, Lynn slowly rebuilt her independence — and her life.

Her story is a powerful reminder: stroke doesn’t only affect older men, and symptoms like high blood pressure, that was detected in her 30s should not have been ignored. Today, Lynn urges others to slow down, listen to their bodies, and prioritise their health — before something as debilitating as stroke occurs.

We’re inspired by her journey. Read her full story 👇

After years of untreated high blood pressure, Lynn Chia suffered a life-altering stroke at 37 that left her unable to walk, talk or see clearly. She tells CNA Women how she rebuilt her health “from zero” with therapy and support from her fiance and family.

28/01/2026

Hazy skies and a burnt smell lingered over the past few days — and many of us noticed. While the 24-hour Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) remains in the good to moderate range, NEA warns that winds from the north may still carry smoke from vegetation fires in Malaysia.

If you’ve been experiencing symptoms such as coughing or a runny nose — common reactions to haze exposure — try to stay indoors and keep well hydrated.

If pre-existing conditions worsen (such as asthma attacks or eczema flare-ups), or if you experience dizziness or chest tightness, please seek care promptly at our 24-Hour Urgent Care Centre.

Do note that there may be a 1–3 day delay between haze exposure and symptom onset*, so continue to monitor your health and look out for your loved ones.

👉 https://www.mountelizabeth.com.sg/24hr-urgent-care-centre/overview

*𝘮𝘰𝘩.𝘨𝘰𝘷.𝘴𝘨

Prevailing winds may bring haze to Singapore, but the 24-hour Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) remains in the good to moderate range. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

27/01/2026

Recent reporting highlights a concerning shift: more young adults and teenagers in Singapore are being diagnosed with cancer. Beyond improved detection, experts point to a “birth cohort effect”, where each generation born after the 1950s carries a higher cancer risk than the one before.

In practical terms, this means someone born in the 1990s may be several times more likely to develop certain cancers, such as colorectal cancer, compared with someone born in the 1950s, even without a family history.

The takeaway is not alarm, but awareness. Cancer risk is changing, and early screening and timely checks are becoming increasingly relevant at younger ages.

Learn more about cancer care options at Mount Elizabeth Hospitals: https://www.mountelizabeth.com.sg/conditions-treatments/cancer-care

Discover why more young adults and teens are being diagnosed with cancer, explore common types, and learn about risk factors and prevention. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

22/01/2026

🎖️ Join us in applauding Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital’s Singapore Health Quality Service Awards (SHQSA) award recipients for exemplifying service excellence, clinical quality, and patient-centred experience. 👏✨ We’re proud of you!

21/01/2026

Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a gentler way to manage kidney failure at home, avoiding needles while allowing a more flexible routine and fewer dietary restrictions.

At Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, we help patients understand their dialysis options so they can choose what fits their lifestyle and medical needs.

Learn how PD works and whether it’s the right path for you: https://www.mountelizabeth.com.sg/health-plus/article/what-is-peritoneal-dialysis

Explore the benefits of peritoneal dialysis (PD) as a home-based treatment for kidney failure, offering flexibility and comparable outcomes to hemodialysis. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

16/01/2026

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻‑𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘆.🫀

When an 8-year-old came to us with severe heart block, everyday activities left her exhausted and dizzy. Her heart was beating dangerously slowly, even at rest.

Instead of open-heart surgery or wires running through veins, cardiac electrophysiologist 𝗗𝗿 𝗣𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝗼𝗷𝗼𝗱𝗷𝗼𝗷𝗼 and his team implanted a 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 directly into the heart through a vein. This was done without chest incisions or implanted wires.

Why this matters:
✔️ No wires that can break as a child grows
✔️ A device that can be retrieved and replaced when needed
✔️ A minimally invasive procedure with fast recovery
✔️ Longer battery life, which may reduce future procedures
✔️ Lower risk of infection

At Mount Elizabeth Hospital, our cardiologists work closely with paediatric specialists to plan care that considers both immediate needs and long-term growth.

For families navigating heart rhythm conditions in children, understanding the available options can help guide next steps.

🔗 Learn more at Mount Elizabeth Centre for Heart Health: https://www.mountelizabeth.com.sg/conditions-treatments/heart-health

15/01/2026

The new year is a good time to reset — not with restrictions, but with kinder choices for your body and your gut.

Try adding more:
🥦 Colourful veggies (your gut 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘴 fibre)
🫘 Beans, lentils & nuts (great plant protein)
🐟 Fatty fish & lean poultry
🍓 Fruits & berries for antioxidants

🔗Learn more gut-friendly tips that may help reduce colorectal cancer risk:
https://www.mountelizabeth.com.sg/health-plus/article/super-foods-colon-cancer

06/01/2026

✈️ Back from your holiday with an injury, illness, or lingering fatigue? Health woes aren’t a souvenir you want to keep.

Our 𝟮𝟰-𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗨𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲 is here to help you get checked and treated quickly and conveniently, so you can get back to your usual routine faster.

💡 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘀:
✅ Walk-in care — no appointment needed
✅ Average wait time: 30 mins
✅ Comfortable waiting spaces
✅ Connected to our hospital’s facilities - so you can access our full suite of scans, specialised tests and treatments if required.

📄 𝗦𝗲𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗲𝗲 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲:
https://www.mountelizabeth.com.sg/24hr-urgent-care-centre/charges

💳 𝗜𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲?
Your treatment in Singapore 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲. We make it simple:

1️⃣ 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀
2️⃣ 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲 if you need clarifications before your visit. Let them know if you also have other insurance plans — they can advise what may be used to claim your visit.
3️⃣ 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗨𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 for assessment, tests, and treatment
4️⃣ If admitted, your 𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 — check your insurance plans for hospitalisation coverage. Such plans include (Integrated Shield Plan, Travel Insurance plan, Accident plan and more)

🎉 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿, 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺 𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱!

02/01/2026

In the golden hour of 1 January, Charlotte and Gabriel’s daughter arrived, becoming Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital’s first baby of 2026. ✨

To mark this special moment, the family was welcomed with a thoughtfully curated gift hamper that included a mom & baby gift hamper, a round playmat with balloon, a baby carrier, baby blanket, diaper bag, and a baby essentials gift set.

It’s a privilege to care for this family as they ease into their first days together, offering comfort, reassurance, and a calm space to simply be present with one another.

Congratulations, Charlotte and Gabriel! Wishing your family a year filled with love, warmth, and many golden moments ahead. 💛

29/12/2025

Would you give a kidney to a friend? Jian En did on the same day he found out he was going to be a dad.

Today, Jing Hui holds his daughter close while Jian En cherishes his own growing family. Their brotherhood is forever sealed by this selfless gift.

A living donor kidney can give someone more time and a life that feels whole again.

▶️ Watch their full story: https://youtu.be/ldZd6kXDuaE

🔗 Learn more about living donor kidney transplant: https://www.mountelizabeth.com.sg/conditions-treatments/transplant/kidney-transplant

26/12/2025

Treating a heart tumour without open-heart surgery, is that possible? 🫀

In selected cases, minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) offers an alternative approach. Using small keyhole incisions and endoscopic tools, surgeons can access the heart without opening the chest.

This approach is designed to reduce the size of surgical incisions and minimise disruption to surrounding tissue, which may be suitable for some patients after careful clinical assessment.

At Mount Elizabeth Orchard Hospital, the cardiac care team, including Professor Theodoros Kofidis with support from Dr Lim Tai Tian, provides minimally invasive surgical options for selected complex heart conditions.

If you are exploring treatment approaches for a heart condition, understanding the available surgical options is an important first step.

🔗 Learn more minimally invasive cardiac surgery: https://www.mountelizabeth.com.sg/tests-treatments/minimally-invasive-cardiac-surgery

26/12/2025

Christmas came with a tiny new heartbeat at Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital. 🎄👶

Our first Christmas baby of 2025 arrived safely, a baby boy who holds a special place in our hearts as the third sibling in his family to be born in our care.

To the proud parents: thank you for trusting us to walk this path with you once again. Watching your family grow over the years has truly been a gift. Congratulations on your newest addition. 🍼✨