MBBS, MMed (Anaes), FIPP (WIP), DAAPM, FAMS Special Interest: Anaesthesiology & Pain Medicine Dr Nicholas Chua completed his Medical and Anesthesiology training in the National University of Singapore. He completed his Fellowship of Interventional Pain Physician (FIPP) accreditation in 2007 by the World Institute of Pain (WIP) in Memphis-Tennessee, United States of America. He is a certified Diplomate with the American Academy of Pain Management (DAAPM) and has undergone training and certification in Quantitative Sensory Testing (QST) for Pain Diagnostics in Bochum, Germany. Dr Nicholas Chua completed 14 months of Advanced Pain Fellowship with a special focus on Pain Diagnostics and Interventional Pain Management in the University Medical Centre of Nijmegen, The Netherlands. His completed PhD thesis with the university is titled Chronic Neck Pain and the development of Cervicogenic Headache. He has a keen interest in academic work and research involving chronic pain, especially chronic head and neck pain and has published and presented a number of original manuscripts in that area. He had also reviewed numerous submissions in various journals including The Lancet, BJA, Neurosurgery, Neuromodulation, Pain Practice, Annals of Academy of Medicine-Singapore and The Open Pain Journal. He currently serves as an Associate Editor of the Journal […]

Dr. Suyi Choo possesses an extensive track record treating a wide variety of ailments in Australia, Malaysia and Singapore. A graduate from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) with a double degree in Bachelor of Chiropractic and Bachelor of Applied / Clinical Science, over the years she has developed the most effective techniques for optimal results. Her specialities include Trigger Point Therapy (for muscular strains and spasms), Active Release Technique (ART), Pediatric and Geriatric Chiropractic, and Sports Injuries Her patient and caring attitude has endeared her to patients, while her keen attention to detail and well-honed skills have helped resolve many of her patients’ spine and health problems. Fuelled by a strong belief that prevention is better than cure and a healthy body is within everyone’s reach, Dr. Choo aims to encourage a responsible, well-balanced lifestyle and a positive outlook to attain total well-being. Practice Address Family Chiropractic Blk 302 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 3 #01-1848, Singapore 560302

Master of Clinical Chiropractic (RMIT University, Australia), Bachelor of Health Science in Chiropractic (RMIT University, Australia) Graduated Master of Clinical Chiropractic and Bachelor of Health Science (Chiropractic), with distinction, from Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia Extensive study on a variety of techniques including Diversified, Thompson Drop, Toogle Recoil, Gonstead and Chiropractic BioPhysics® (CBP®) High interest and experience in wellness and preventive care for athletes and families Conducted public awareness lectures about chiropractic in Australia Has done chiropractic mission work throughout Australia Has personal interest in travelling, public speaking, soccer, hiking and marathons Practice Address Chiropractic First (West Mall) 1 Bukit Batok Central Link, #04-07 West Mall, Singapore 658713

Slated for completion in 2020, the 550-bed Outram Community Hospital (OCH) will play a key role in supporting the growing ageing population in Singapore. The community hospital was developed under the Singapore Healthcare 2020 Masterplan. Patients transiting between Singapore General Hospital (SGH) and OCH will benefit from the seamless continuity of care, as the hospitals are connected via a link bridge. Patients will also achieve favourable rehabilitation outcomes, with care from multi-disciplinary teams from OCH, SGH and the SingHealth National Specialty Centres.In addition, HCA Hospice Care will be locating their home hospice offices and a day hospice at OCH. Community partnerships like this not only promote coordinated care for patients but also improve sharing of resources and staff training at both OCH and HCA.

When fully opened, the Sengkang Community Hospital (SKCH), together with the Sengkang General Hospital (SKH), will be one of Singapore’s largest regional hospitals. Serving the Northeast community, the 400-bed SKCH is easily accessible from the nearby Sengkang MRT station and bus interchange. The co-location of the community hospital, along with the acute hospital and specialist clinics, will ensure a smooth transition for patients from initial diagnosis to treatment and follow-up care. This healthcare hub will also allow patients convenient access to a wide range of medical and rehabilitative services. Going beyond functional infrastructure, our healthcare team strives to listen to patients’ concerns, empower them with accurate information to make informed decisions and live meaningfully. Offering holistic treatment, the team comprises family physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals who each has a critical role to play. Even though rehabilitative care is the focus in community hospitals, family physicians also help to stabilise medical conditions and treat chronic diseases. In line with SCH’s aim to bridge care and build communities, we connect patients with healthcare teams in their own communities so that they can continue receiving care after discharge.

Sengkang General Hospital (SKH) forms a vital part of Singapore’s master plan to provide quality and accessible care to better serve the healthcare needs in North-Eastern Singapore. Offering a wide spectrum of specialist clinics and co-located with Sengkang Community Hospital, SKH will be part of the newest integrated hospital campus delivering multi-disciplinary and patient-centric care covering all major healthcare disciplines. Reflecting our mission of achieving better health together, SKH’s team of doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals practise multi-disciplinary and team-based care. Patients are treated holistically and will benefit from having a primary doctor (specialist) oversee and coordinate their care throughout their hospitalisation stay and follow-up. For patients who need longer-term rehabilitative care, they can be seamlessly transferred from the general hospital to the community hospital to receive the appropriate care during their recovery. As part of the hospital’s efforts to provide integrated care for patients, our multi-disciplinary care team works with polyclinics, general practitioners, and other healthcare providers to provide longer-term care for chronic disease management through follow-ups with patients and ensuring timely and appropriate access to specialist care for acute and complex cases. Allowing residents in the north-east to access national specialty services nearer their home, SKH has collaborated with National Heart Centre, National Cancer Centre, Singapore National Eye Centre, National Dental Centre Singapore, National Neuroscience Institute and KK […]

Yishun Community Hospital is one of Singapore’s largest community hospitals to provide intermediate care for recuperating patients who do not require the intensive services of an acute-care hospital. Situated beside Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, the two hospitals bring about an integrated care experience for patients, through a network of healthcare teams, information flow and treatment plans.