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National University Health System
The National University Health System (NUHS) is an integrated Academic Health System and Regional Health System in Singapore that delivers value-driven, innovative and sustainable healthcare. Throughout the history of our institutions, our staff has worked across the health system to advance the tripartite missions of achieving clinical excellence, developing the
next generation of healthcare professionals, and changing the natural history of chronic diseases through research. At NUHS, we leverage our unique position as an academic health system to tap on the wealth of resources residing within the whole of the National University of Singapore (NUS). Through collaborations with NUS faculties, we are able to draw upon their academic, research and creative capabilities to develop solutions for existing and emerging health and healthcare needs of the Singapore population. As part of our regional health system responsibility, we work in close collaboration with community hospitals, general practitioners, family medicine clinics, nursing homes and other community and social partners to provide integrated care to the community. Institutions in the NUHS group include four tertiary, acute and community hospitals :
National University Hospital (NUH)
Ng Teng Fong General Hospital (NTFGH)
Jurong Community Hospital (JCH)
Alexandra Hospital (AH)
Three National Specialty Centres:
National University Cancer Institute, Singapore (NCIS)
National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS)
National University Centre for Oral Health, Singapore (NUCOHS)
A polyclinic group:
National University Polyclinics (NUP)
One medical centre :
Jurong Medical Centre
Three academic health sciences institutions:
NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
(including the Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies)
NUS Faculty of Dentistry
NUS Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health
With member institutions under one academic health system, NUHS creates synergies as a fully integrated cluster to provide seamless care from prevention to home care, and with our academic institutions, to continue to develop solutions for Singaporeโs healthcare challenges, and nurture the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Every year, NUHS takes pride in celebrating the remarkable achievements of our colleagues during Singaporeโs National Day.
This year, almost 200 NUHS team members received the prestigious National Day Awards โ recognising exceptional merit and service to the nation. These honours celebrate both Singaporeans and non-Singaporeans who have made outstanding contributions to civil or military service, community work, or excellence in their fields.
This National Day, weโre celebrating the heart of NUHS โ our people. ๐
At NUHS, caring for our staff is just as important as caring for our patients. From emotional and social wellbeing to professional growth and physical health, weโre committed to creating a workplace where our people can truly thrive.
Wellbeing for all is our priority โ and itโs definitely . Join SGAG Zaki as he chats with A/Prof Dan Yock Young, NUHS Deputy Chief Executive, and the Chief Executive Officer of Ng Teng Fong General Hospital and Jurong Community Hospital (JurongHealth Campus). Expect meaningful conversations, surprising moments, and a few laughs along the way.
Our peopleโs wellbeing matters โ and weโre proud to stand by them through every season of life. โฅ๏ธ
National University Hospital - NUH
Alexandra Hospital
Tengah General and Community Hospital - TGCH
National University Polyclinics
National University Cancer Institute, Singapore - NCIS
NUHCS - National University Heart Centre, Singapore
National University Centre for Oral Health, Singapore
NUHS at Home
08/08/2025
How does a custom-fitted aortic sleeve implant minimise the risk of life-threatening aortic aneurysm? An aortic aneurysm occurs when the biggest artery in the body, the aorta, bulges or balloons, and even ruptures, due to a number of reasons.
Adj A/Prof Vitaly A Sorokin, NUHCS - National University Heart Centre, Singapore Cardiothoracic Surgeon, shares more about this preventive measure.
In this CNA documentary, catch the AI-driven robot nurse companion as it makes its rounds down the halls at National University Hospital - NUH. Adj Prof Ngiam Kee Yuan, NUHS Head of Artificial Intelligence Office, walks us through the use of AI in hospitals.
Catch Innovations That Matter here โฌ๏ธ
Find out how the National University of Singapore is pushing the frontiers of technology and grooming a new generation to lead the AI age.
07/08/2025
From the hospital to the NDP stage ๐ธ๐ฌโจ
Teen cancer survivor Sara Grace Kuehโs journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Diagnosed with soft tissue cancer as a baby and later bone cancer, she endured multiple surgeries, chemotherapy and radiotherapy โ all before the age of 20.
Despite being bullied for her appearance, Sara found strength through dance, which became a powerful outlet for healing. This year, she takes the stage at the National Day Parade 2025, showing the world what resilience looks like.
With the support of her family โ including her sister Isabelle Joy Kueh, a nurse at National University Hospital - NUH โ and the care of her doctors at NUH and Khoo Teck Puat โ National University Children's Medical Institute (KTP-NUCMI), Saraโs story is one of courage, hope, and unbreakable spirit.
Keep a lookout for Sara at this yearโs NDP and join us in cheering her on!
Read her inspiring journey ๐๐ป
Four-time cancer survivor Sara Grace Kueh is performing a hip hop dance at the National Day Parade. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
07/08/2025
Obesity doesnโt mean the end of the road. Changes to a healthier lifestyle can result in healthier YOU! โจ
Not sure where to start? Learn more with our dietitians, who can support your health journey.
Join NU-LITE, a 12-week evidence-based community weight management programme led by dietitians to help you to build healthier habits and embrace long-term lifestyle changes. ๐ช๐ป๐
Next intake starts 21 August 2025! Learn more at for.sg/nuhs-nulite2025 and sign up today at โฌ๏ธ
for.sg/nu-lite-nuhs-7aug
07/08/2025
Something serious is brewingโฆ or is it? ๐
Our Deputy Chief Executive, A/Prof Dan Yock Young sits down with SGAGโs Zaki โ and letโs just say, things take an unexpected turn. ๐คจ๐
What could they be talking about? Healthcare? How to get MC? The meaning of life??
Dr Tan Yi Quan, a urologist at Ng Teng Fong General Hospital (JurongHealth Campus), shares that about half of the patients he sees over 50 have benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) โ a condition that can make even simple things like travelling or watching a movie feel overwhelming.
But thereโs good news. A new minimally invasive treatment, available in Singapore since May 2024, provides relief without cutting, burning or removing prostate tissue โ and recovery is almost immediate.
After years of bathroom anxiety due to an enlarged prostate, Mr Savio Wong found lasting relief through a new minimally invasive BPH procedure in Singapore. Such cases will rise as the population ages, says one doctor. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Facing stigma from being overweight can impact one's mental health and wellbeing. ๐ง ๐ Dr Chan Soo Ling, NTFGH (JurongHealth Campus) Endocrinologist, says that it is important to shift away from blame and instead focus on understanding the complex interplay between body weight, biology and mental health.
Read more โฌ๏ธ
Their bodies might have changed drastically, but the sting of fatphobia still lingers.
02/08/2025
Big news for nursing โ and even bigger impact for our patients ๐
With the launch of Singaporeโs first Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and three new Masterโs programmes at NUS Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, NUHS nurses now have more opportunities than ever to level up while continuing to serve on the ground.
From leading care transformation to strengthening community health and critical care expertise, these new pathways will empower our nurses to take on expanded roles โ ultimately delivering safer, smarter, and more person-centred care to our patients.
Weโre proud to see NUHS nurses like Ms Katherine Leong, Deputy Director of Nursing and Advanced Practice Nurse at National University Hospital - NUH, and Nursing Lead at Tengah General and Community Hospital - TGCH paving the way, and canโt wait to see how sheโll help lift the profession โ and the care we provide โ to even greater heights. ๐
The first cohort for the two-year part-time programme has 16 students. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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The National University Health System (NUHS) is an integrated Academic Health System and Regional Health System in Singapore that delivers value-driven, innovative and sustainable healthcare.
Throughout the history of our institutions, our staff has worked across the health system to advance the tripartite missions of achieving clinical excellence, developing the next generation of healthcare professionals, and changing the natural history of chronic diseases through research.
At NUHS, we leverage our unique position as an academic health system to tap on the wealth of resources residing within the whole of the National University of Singapore (NUS). Through collaborations with NUS faculties, we are able to draw upon their academic, research and creative capabilities to develop solutions for existing and emerging health and healthcare needs of the Singapore population.
As part of our regional health system responsibility, we work in close collaboration with community hospitals, general practitioners, family medicine clinics, nursing homes and other community and social partners to provide integrated care to the community.
Institutions in the NUHS group include tertiary, acute and community hospitals - National University Hospital (NUH), Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, Jurong Community Hospital and Alexandra Hospital (2018); National Specialty Centres - National University Cancer Institute, Singapore (NCIS), National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS) and National University Centre for Oral Health, Singapore (NUCOHS) (2019); a polyclinic group - the National University Polyclinics (NUP); a medical centre โ Jurong Medical Centre; and academic health sciences institutions โ NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (including the Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies), NUS Faculty of Dentistry and NUS Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health.
With member institutions under one academic health system, NUHS creates synergies as a fully integrated cluster to provide seamless care from prevention to home care, and with our academic institutions, to continue to develop solutions for Singaporeโs healthcare challenges, and nurture the next generation of healthcare professionals.
