NTU Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine

31/07/2026

▶️ Hear Evelyn Yeo share how patients and caregivers are shaping the future of healthcare research in Singapore: For nearly a decade, Evelyn Yeo cared for her father through his battle with dementia and Parkinson’s Disease. That experience gave her a firsthand look at the unique gaps, challenges, and nuances in patient care.
 
Today, she brings the caregiver perspective to the research table with 's OPEN Voices Network, so as to lend a voice to those who are not able to speak for themselves. She is currently playing a key role in developing Singapore’s National Guidance Document for Patient and Public Involvement in Health Research, helping build a framework that bridges the gap between researchers and community partners. 📜
 
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31/07/2026

Medical research should truly reflect the needs of the people it serves. To this end, the Consortium for Clinical Research and Innovation, Singapore (CRIS) and the Office of Patient Engagement (OPEN) at signed an MOU yesterday, formalising their partnership to create Singapore's first National Guidance Document for Patient and Public Involvement in Health Research.

The initiative brings together six patient partners and 23 researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals, who will work collaboratively over the next two years to develop a guidance document offering practical insights and principles for integrating the voices of patients and caregivers into health research.

We have published the initial roadmap detailing the key priorities and action plans for a sustainable culture of patient engagement in Singapore.

📖 Read here: https://bit.ly/PPIRoadMap

30/07/2026

"Success is measured not by academic titles or prestige, but by the lives we touch and the kind of person we become."

In his latest Dean’s Blog, Prof Joseph Sung reflects on a special five-year journey with the Class of 2026. Offering timeless pieces of advice, he shares why the path to a fulfilling career in medicine is rooted in passion, lifelong curiosity, unwavering values, interdisciplinary learning, and teamwork.

Read Dean’s Blog: https://bit.ly/DeanBlog-July26 or tap link in bio.

     

28/07/2026

Living with chronic inflammatory arthritis has given graduate, Dr Eugene Chua, a deeper understanding of the uncertainties patients face, shaping him into a more empathetic doctor.

Now a doctor in the Department of Medicine at NUH, he was also an active student leader at LKCMedicine, serving as logistics director for Camp Simba 2023 and as Careers Head of the 12th LKCMedicine Students' Medical Society.

🎓 This year's graduating cohort is distinguished not only by exceptional medical knowledge, but also by resilience, compassion and a diverse range of talents. Featuring graduates Dr Loh Pei Yi, Dr Zachary Vincent, Dr Roshini Selvakumar, Dr Jonathan Lim, Dr Haziq Rohani and valedictorian Dr Colin Goh, read about their journeys at the medical school via the link in our bio or by visiting 👉 bit.ly/convoceremony-26

27/07/2026

26/07/2026

Homecoming 2026, held last Friday, brought together alumni from the School's undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, graduating students, donors, faculty, and partners to celebrate shared memories and milestones.

One of the highlights was the light show and pyrotechnic display at the Novena Campus, which delighted guests and set the stage for different cohorts to reconnect.

Another key moment was the presentation of academic and professional prizes to the graduates of , recognising outstanding achievements across a wide range of disciplines.

See the list of awardees and hear what our alumni community has to say: bit.ly/homecoming-26

26/07/2026

🎓 Congratulations, Class of 2026! Embarking on the next chapter in life, may you continue to lead with compassion and purpose, caring for communities and advancing healthcare. 💙

Guest speaker Dr Janil Puthucheary, Senior Minister of State for Education and for Sustainability and the Environment, encouraged graduates to stay curious, embrace teamwork, and continue to make a positive impact on society.

25/07/2026

24/07/2026

A new research led by Prof Joseph Sung, Dean of , and Asst Prof Wilson Goh shows that there is a gap in AI regulation awareness among developers, which raises potential concerns for healthcare rollout.

The researchers recommend the following measures to increase awareness:

🎓 Integrating regulatory training into academic curricula at educational institutions.

👥 Establishing robust senior-to-junior mentorship programmes among developers in an organisation.

🌐 Active oversight and international harmonisation by national regulatory bodies.

Learn about this research finding reported in npj Digital Medicine: https://ntu.sg/4vLZxmY

22/07/2026

Class of 2026, just 3 more days until your Convocation🎓✨

The celebrations are almost here, and we can't wait to see you take the stage before stepping boldly into your careers as healthcare professionals. Here's to celebrating your achievements and the exciting journey ahead!

22/07/2026

20/07/2026

The Office of Patient Engagement (OPEN) is co-organising an upcoming regional round table with the International PPI Network: "Advancing Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) in Asia – Research with the people, for the people."

We invite you to join our OPEN team, alongside international experts online to discuss the future of PPI in medical research. This session will explore where we are with PPI in Asia, explore synergies between PPI in health research and health technology assessment (HTA), and identify key opportunities, barriers and facilitators influencing development of PPI across Asia.

📅 Wednesday, 5 August 2026

🕘 4:00 PM – 5:45 PM SGT (09:00 AM – 10:45 AM BST)

📍 Online via Zoom

Register via the link in our bio.

14/07/2026

"A meaningful life in medicine is built over decades, not days."

In his latest Dean’s Blog, Prof Joseph Sung reflects on the power of perseverance. Drawing inspiration from Cristiano Ronaldo’s final World Cup journey, Prof Sung explores why the most important contributions in medicine often come from those who refuse to give up.

Read Dean’s Blog: https://bit.ly/julyblog26 or tap link in bio.

11/07/2026

3 days to : This is your last chance to sign up for the onsite session on 14 July at our Novena campus for an exclusive look at the experience.

Do not miss this opportunity to get your questions answered in person.

Register via the link in our bio.

07/07/2026

We are delighted to share that Prof Lim Kah Leong, the School’s Neuroscience and Mental Health Programme Director, has been honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Singapore Neuroscience Association (SNA) at their 38th Anniversary Celebration.

This award recognises Prof Lim’s visionary leadership and his sustained contributions to neuroscience research in Singapore. His work continues to play a vital role in advancing the field and inspiring our faculty and students.

Congratulations, Prof Lim, on this well-deserved honour.

05/07/2026

Join us on 14 July 2026 for an insider’s look at undergraduate life at .

From experiencing our Team-based Learning pedagogy to getting your burning questions answered by our current cohort, the upcoming session held on the Novena campus is your chance to learn about our MBBS programme.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Sign up now in the link in our bio.  

03/07/2026

👏 Assoc Prof Jimmy Lee, our new Director of the Academic Partnership Office (APO) at , plays a pivotal role in fostering synergy across the NHG Health–LKCMedicine Academic Health System.

A/Prof Lee serves as Group Chief Research and Innovation Officer and Clinical Director of the Translational Research Office at NHG Health , as well as a Senior Consultant at the Institute of Mental Health Singapore.

The APO strengthens system-level interdisciplinary partnerships across the NHG Health, LKCMedicine and the wider , enabling the institutions to jointly advance academic excellence, translate research to clinical practice, and nurture the next generation of research and education talent.

24/06/2026

The future of education belongs to educators who can identify problems and design meaningful AI-powered solutions. With this in mind, Health and have co-organised a new CREATE Hackathon, welcoming healthcare professionals to leverage no-code AI tools to find solutions for clinical education.

Whether you arrive with a project in mind or join a team on the day, you will receive guidance on prototyping and developing tangible solutions.

📅 Friday, 4 September 2026
📍 NTU LKCMedicine Clinical Sciences Building, Learning Studio

🌐 Register via the link in bio.

Fees are covered for participants from both organisations.

23/06/2026

📖 Your path to becoming a doctor starts here.

UCAT 2026 registration is now open. If you are aiming to pursue an MBBS degree at next year, taking the University Clinical Aptitude Test is an important part of your admissions journey. The test assesses key skills such as critical thinking and problem-solving.

We encourage you to book your test slot early via the official UCAT website and complete the test by 24 September.

Have questions about admissions, our distinctive curriculum or student life at LKCMedicine? Join us at our final event at our Novena campus on 14 July and connect with our team in person.

☝️Check the link in bio for full details.

22/06/2026

In the middle of busy wards, back-to-back clinics, and late-night emergencies, Dr Sunil Ravinder Gill is exactly where he wants to be.

A Urology Resident at Sengkang General Hospital and an alumnus of LKCMedicine Class of 2019, Dr Gill’s days are fast, demanding, and often unpredictable, but it is the moments with patients that make it all worth it – like seeing someone walk back into clinic fully recovered after a life-threatening condition.

Beyond the hospital, he continues to serve in the Singapore Scout Association, carrying the same values of responsibility, teamwork and service into everything he does.

Read the full feature at the link in our bio.

19/06/2026

In a recent interview with BFM 89.9, LKCMedicine’s Head of Anatomy, Associate Professor Sreenivasulu Reddy Mogali, joins ArtScience Museum curator Jerome Chee to explore the intersection of anatomy and art, and discuss the School’s collaboration with the ArtScience Museum for its landmark exhibition, Flesh and Bones: The Art of Anatomy.

🎧 Listen to the podcast: When Anatomy Meets Art on BFM 89.9. Link is in bio.

Take the next step and continue your exploration of the human body as both a scientific method and social construct across centuries and cultures at Flesh and Bones, which will be running till 16 August 2026.

🎟️ Buy your tickets now: https://www.marinabaysands.com/museum/exhibitions/flesh-and-bones.html