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09/10/2025
๐ Celebrating our 2025 CEO PSA Award recipient, Joanne Yep!
Her compassionate patient care represents the dedication of Patient Service Associates across our healthcare system. Thank you to all our PSAs for your invaluable service.
Terminal extubation, the withdrawal of ventilation, outside of an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is both rare and complex, clinically and logistically. Yet, with a shared commitment to patient-centered care, the clinical teams from TTSH Neuro ICU and Dover Park Hospice (DPH) came together to fulfil a patientโs final wish.
Mr. Sengโs wish: an uninterrupted, eight-hour no-touch ritualโsomething not possible in a busy ICU or general ward setting.
Respecting the patient's cultural and familial needs, both teams worked seamlessly to coordinate a direct transfer from TTSH to DPH within 24 hours.
As we approach ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ฅ๐ ๐๐จ๐ฌ๐ฉ๐ข๐๐ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐๐, ๐ฐ๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ฏ๐ข๐ญ๐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ฏ๐ข๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ญ๐ซ๐ข๐ฎ๐ฆ ๐๐ฑ๐ก๐ข๐๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐จ๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐๐ฌ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐ ๐๐๐ญ, ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฆ ๐๐๐๐ฆ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐ฉ๐ฆ, from 10am to 5pm, to discover the many dimensions of humanistic care, and the many ways we support dignity, personal choice, and compassionate care for patients with advanced illness.
Not all foot problems need a specialist, but they still deserve proper care.
Our TTSH Podiatry team partnered with the Institute of Mental Health Nursing team to co-create a shared-care model, upskilling two Senior Enrolled Nurses through a short training programme to manage simple nail conditions safely.
This collaboration enables nurses and podiatrists to work side by side, providing more timely care while ensuring that complex cases continue to receive specialist attention.
๐ฆถ Hereโs to our podiatrists and partners in care โ making every step count. Happy International Podiatry Day!
๐ธ Swipe to see how this small shift is making a big difference.
08/10/2025
Happy International Podiatry Day! ๐ฃ
Let's talk SHOES - the right pair makes all the difference! Here's what to look for:
๐Firm heel counter: Press the back with your thumb, it shouldn't collapse.
๐ Secure fastening: Laces or straps keep your
feet snug and supported.
๐ฆถFirm sole: Try twisting the shoe. It shouldn't
wring like a towel!
๐ฃ Bends at the toes: Bends where your toes do
for natural movement.
Give your the support they deserve! ๐
07/10/2025
In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the TTSH Ward Building will be lit in pink from 6 to 12 October 2025, together with our partner, the NTU Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine Headquarters Building.
The pink glow symbolizes unity, resilience, and our unwavering commitment to fighting breast cancer with courage.
Join us in raising the awareness to prioritise breast health and early screening. We send our love and strength to all survivors and those currently navigating their cancer journey. Your resilience is an inspiration.
From making air-dry clay mooncakes to sharing mooncakes across wards and enjoying lanterns together, our TTSH ICH community celebrated Mid-Autumn with warmth and purpose.
For our patients, it was a chance to create legacy works and create lasting memories with loved ones. For our staff, these moments of laughter and light renewed their hearts โ a reminder that healing is shared, health goes beyond the physical, and care shines brightest when it comes from the heart. ๐
04/10/2025
๐ This week, our Atrium came alive as we celebrated World Mental Health Day together!
From playing old-school games ๐ฒ and enjoying live piano music ๐ถ, to snapping photos ๐ธ and sharing sweet treats ๐ฆ- it was all about coming together, having fun, and reminding one another that mental health matters.
We also unveiled Sparky, our new well-being mascot! ๐
A big thank you to everyone who joined us, and to our healthcare professionals and community partners who made this day so meaningful. ๐ Letโs continue to care for our minds, and for each other. ๐ฅฐโจ
: Mr Sathappanโs world was shaken by a sudden heart attack.
With the guidance of cardiology consultant Dr Violet Hoon and dietitian Joanna Tan, he learnt how treatment, lifestyle changes, and a heart-healthy diet can make all the difference in mitigating heart disease.
By 2030, 1 in 4 Singaporeans will be aged 65 and above, increasing the need and involvement of caregivers. From our interviews with caregivers, amongst their top concerns were poor wellbeing, lack of knowledge, and difficulties in navigating resources, among others.
In 2020, the nursing-led team introduced Project Carer Matters, attempting to bridge these gaps in caregiving by performing assessments, providing tele-support, and organising programmes for caregivers.
In August, we launched Project Carer Matters 2.0 - leveraging technology to further enhance the caregiversโ journey anytime, anywhere.
This , let us move in solidarity & Move to Live Strong๐ช
๐ญPair up, pose and post to support the breast cancer community!๐
1) Record a video or reel of yourself (or with your buddies!) striking a yoga pose in pink.
2) Share your video on Facebook or Instagram with a caption โWe move to live strong for โฆโ. Include hashtag .
(e.g. We move to live strong for our mum, who beat breast cancer this year! )
3) Tag Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH)
Act now, live strong!
30/09/2025
๐ง๐๐๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฌ๐ฅ๐จ๐ฐ? ๐๐๐ค๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ญ ๐ง๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ?
Itโs not โjust ageing.โ A weak stream, urgency, or frequent toilet trips could point to prostate issues like BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia) โ or even prostate cancer.
In this episode, Senior Consultant Asst Prof Thiruchelvam Jegathesan from the Department of Urology, busts some common myths about prostate health.
๐จSERVICE IN ACTION:๐ Could YOU survive a day as an Emergency Department Pharmacist?
Our Chief Nurse, Dr Hoi Shu Yin, took on the missions in our very first episode - from verifying prescriptions โ to racing the shelves ๐โโ๏ธ, scanning meds like a pro ๐, and facing the Final Bossโฆ getting a performance review by Senior Pharmacist Jade Wong!
๐ฉโโ๏ธ๐ A huge shoutout to our ED Pharmacy heroes - always on the frontline, always keeping care moving.
29/09/2025
Nothing beats a rehab recovery!
We're thankful for our care teams and partners like Lien Foundation that continue to empower rehabilitation for our patients and the community.
A stronger recovery comes from a balance of treatment, rehabilitation, and rest โ plus a good neighbour like Uncle Koyok to help it all stick. ๐ช ๐ซถ
Lien Foundationโs new film shows why community makes or breaks the rehab journey. Stay tuned! ๐ฅ
๐ Visit lienfoundation.org/work/rehab to learn more about Lien Foundation's work in Rehabilitation, with partner like Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) . โจ
29/09/2025
Congratulations to Dr Ng Tat Ming on receiving the Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore (PSS) x Pfizer Innovation and Scientific Research Award! ๐
As a Specialist Pharmacist in Infectious Diseases at TTSH, Dr Ng has been a driving force in advancing pharmacy practice, research, and innovation to improve patient care.
From pioneering antibiotic stewardship supported by IT solutions, to developing personalised dosage forms with 3D printing, and integrating patient-reported outcomes into clinical care, Dr Ng has shown how research and innovation can transform healthcare for the community.
๐ Join us in celebrating Dr Ng Tat Mingโs passion and commitment to pushing boundaries for better health, together.
27/09/2025
๐ Drug Pronouncing Challenge: Think you can say them all? ๐
Our pharmacists took the ultimate tongue-twister test โ and yes, even they got stuck! ๐
Medication names may be tricky to pronounce, but understanding them doesnโt have to be.
๐ข So the next time youโre unsure about your medicines, ask your pharmacist โ no spelling test required. ๐
๐ฉโโ๏ธYour Pharmacist, Your Partner in Health ๐
26/09/2025
The NHG Health members who are part of the Singapore Emergency Medical Team (SGEMT), with Tan Tock Seng Hospital as a proud partner, recently completed its full-scale Ground Deployment Exercise. For the first time, our team took part in this comprehensive training to sharpen the strategic thinking and operational skills needed for overseas disaster relief deployments.
Over two days (August 25-26), 36 passionate medical volunteers from across NHG Health put their skills to the test.
Led by our Ministry of Health, the team practised managing mass casualty scenarios, learning to triage, provide first aid, and stabilise critical patients. They were also trained to handle everything from communicable diseases and psychological stress to reproductive health issues.
Together, with our partners and volunteers from Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Woodlands Health , Institute of Mental Health, NHG Polyclinics, KK Women's and Children's Hospital โ and with strong logistics support from ST Engineering โ we stand ready to help safeguard lives!
26/09/2025
From brunch banter to patient consults.
From grocery runs to supply runs.
Pharmacists do not just fill prescriptions; we fill roles big and small. ๐
Step into the shoes of our clinic, ward, outpatient, and inpatient pharmacists, and see how they switch seamlessly between everyday life and safeguarding your health (and your meds).
Whether itโs for friends or for patients, their advice is always straight from the heart. โค๏ธ
Happy Pharmacy Day !! ๐
๐ฉโโ๏ธYour Pharmacist, Your Partner in Health ๐
A day before National Day, a group of healthcare workers jumped into action to perform CPR on a man who collapsed at the JB Checkpoint - one of them is our very own Ms Kasturi Palanisamy, a Senior Care Support Associate with the TTSH Integrated Care Hub. The man survived and was taken to a nearby healthcare facility.
Kasturi shared that she is proud to be able to use her medical knowledge and expertise outside of the hospital, and that she will continue to improve her skills to be useful to others who might require emergent attention.
Last month, she was presented with the Culture Award: Certificate of Commendation by our Chief Nurse Dr Hoi Shu Yin.
"We are very proud of Kasturi for putting her life-saving skills to good use. Her swift action and bravery in performing CPR saved a life, demonstrating the true spirit of nursing beyond the hospital walls. Her courage and quick action serves as an inspiration to her colleagues, and the community," shared Ms Wee Fong Chee, Deputy Director of Nursing.
We are proud of you Kasturi for your bravery and courage. You are an inspiration to us all ๐ฉต
Today, staff and teams from our TTSH Integrated Care Hub were presented with the Community Care Excellence Awards in recognition of their excellent service standards and outstanding contributions to improving clinical care for our patients.
Join us in congratulating the following teams and staff for this prestigious recognition:
๐๐ช๐๐ฅ๐ ๐๐ก๐๐๐ฉ๐๐๐จ๐๐ ๐๐ช๐๐ฅ๐๐ฆ - ๐ฆ๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ฅ
โข Jonathan Ng Zuo Yao, Patient Service Associate Executive
โข Toh Kai Ting, Senior Staff Nurse
โข Wang Fang, Nurse Clinician
Congratulations to all winners! We are proud of your achievements and continued pursuit for excellence in care ๐ฉต
23/09/2025
The FuSA Chair: An innovative design that empowers patient mobility and caregiver involvement.
During a patient's recovery, it is important that they do not stay in their hospital bed all day long - they need to get out and mobilise themselves. Long periods in bed can result in other health issues for the patients.
Together with collaborating partner Systmz, a multi-disciplinary team - made up of staff from Nursing, Kaizen Office, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Infection control, and Hospital & Environmental Services - came together to conceptualise and develop the FuSA chair, where Function and Safety meets Aesthetics. This innovation serves as a space for patient to mobilise and undergo rehabilitation. Its unique functions also allow an alternative resting or sitting area for caregivers, as they accompany their loved ones in the hospital.
We are proud to share that this year, the FuSA chair received two prestigious design accolades, the iF Design Award & Red Dot Design Award.
Learn more about the FuSA Chair and meet the people that have come together to make it come to life.
23/09/2025
Many of us have unused or expired medicines at home. The real question is โ what should we do with them?
Introducing SafeMedDrop initiative as part of Pharmacy Week 2025!
From now till 30 September, bring down your unused and expired medications to dispose at B2 Outpatient Pharmacy (beside Pharmacy Care Corner)
Every small step protects our health, our community, and our planet
๐ฉโโ๏ธYour Pharmacist, Your Partner in Health ๐
22/09/2025
I โค๏ธ My Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technicians
This week, we celebrate Pharmacy Week!
From being โjust one call awayโ to working tirelessly on the frontlines and behind the scenes, our pharmacists and pharmacy technicians are the watchful guardians of medication safety. ๐โจ
Thank you for always going the extra mile to keep our patients safe. We couldnโt do it without you.
๐ฉโโ๏ธYour Pharmacist, Your Partner in Health ๐
21/09/2025
As we age, our spine naturally undergoes changes that can affect comfort, mobility, and quality of life.
Join our spine surgeons for an educational talk on:
๐ 4 October 2025 (Saturday)
๐ฅ 10.30am โ 11.30am
Hear from:
๐น Dr Tamara Soh, Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) on The Aging Lower Back: From From Wear & Tear to Treatment Options
๐น Dr Joshua Decruz, Khoo Teck Puat Hospital on Cervical Spine Degeneration: From Stiffness to Solutions
๐นModerated by Asst Prof Ling Ji Min, National Neuroscience Institute
Take the first step to protect your spine health for years to come!
20/09/2025
๐ฏ Guess the Pharmacy Clinical Tracks!
Think you know what pharmacists do? Think again. ๐๐
Watch as our pre-registration pharmacists (recent pharmacy graduates) try to guess the pharmacy clinical tracks based on just a few clues ๐ง .
Thereโs so much more to pharmacy than meets the eye. How many pharmacy clinical tracks can you name? ๐ค
๐ฉโโ๏ธYour Pharmacist, Your Partner in Health ๐
19/09/2025
๐๐ค Celebrate TTSH Pharmacy Week 2025 with us!
Show your appreciation to our pharmacy staff who go beyond medications to care for patients every day.
Leave your thank-you note on our Appreciation Board at B2 Outpatient Pharmacy, Emergency Pharmacy, or NCID Outpatient Pharmacy โ or share your note on our Padlet wall here: https://for.sg/pw2025-appreciation-board.
๐ฉโโ๏ธYour Pharmacist, Your Partner in Health ๐
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Tan Tock Seng Hospital is one of Singaporeโs largest multi-disciplinary hospitals with 175 years of pioneering medical care and development. Today, with 1,700 beds and 9,000 staff, TTSH serves the 1.4 million population in Central Singapore, in partnership with patients, primary care and community partners.
The hospital is a member of the National Healthcare Group and part of Singaporeโs public healthcare system, hosting the National Centre for Infectious Diseases, Institute for Geriatrics & Active Ageing, NHG Eye Institute, and the Centre for Healthcare Innovation.
Recognised as AON Hewitt Best Employer (Singapore) in 2013 and 2015, and Hayโs Employer of Choice at the HRM Awards 2018, TTSH believes in Better People delivering Better Care and building a Better Community to achieve Better Health and Better Value for the population it serves.
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