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Inspirational Patient & Caregiver Awards
Awards Inspirational Patient & Caregiver Awards Healthcare professionals come in contact with patients and caregivers every day. Many of them demonstrate extraordinary strength, courage, and resilience in the face of healthcare challenges, which inspire and motivate us in our work and lives. Since 2010, the annual Singapore Health Inspirational Patient & Caregiver Awards (IPCA) celebrate the best of patients, caregivers, and partners who have not only touched our hearts with their exemplary show of strength, courage, and resilinece, but also motivated and partnered with us in our mission to deliver better patient care.
12 May 2026 Read Story
Patient Care SKH Doctor on Persistent Hoarseness of Voice Dr Christina Ng, Consultant, Department of Otorhinolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, SKH, highlighted that persistent hoarseness may indicate vocal cord polyps or cysts - conditions that are common but often overlooked. With blue light laser treatment now available, this minimally invasive procedure can be performed in the clinic under local anaesthesia, enabling patients to recover faster and return home quickly on the same day. Mr Loh, an 84-year-old patient who underwent the treatment this year, found it convenient and effective, and encouraged people with similar symptoms to seek medical attention promptly rather than delay treatment.
30 Dec 2025 | Lianhe Zaobao Read Story
Patient Care SKH Doctor Continues Stroke Recovery Journey Dr Jessica Ee, Former Associate Consultant, Dermatology Service, SKH, continues her inspiring recovery two years after her stroke, progressing from wheelchair use to walking with a walking stick. Also a former model, she now walks a different runway - one of rehabilitation and healing, inspiring others with her perseverance. Dr Cao Taige, Consultant, Dermatology Service, SKH, who is also a registered acupuncturist with the Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner Board and provides acupuncture services at SKH, noted that acupuncture has good effects in post-stroke recovery and praised Jessica's determination in rehabilitation. Jessica remains focused on daily improvements as she works towards her goal of returning to work.
27 Dec 2025 | Channel NewsAsia Online Read Story
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