Why Choose NHG Emergency Medicine Residency Programme?
The Emergency Department at Tan Tock Seng Hospital is Singapore's largest and busiest, featuring the extensive Emergency Diagnosis and Treatment Centre (EDTC) and a dedicated fever screening area. This dynamic environment provides unparalleled opportunities to refine clinical skills. Our proximity to the NCID positions residents at the forefront of infectious disease response, offering unique experience gained during outbreaks such as SARS, H1N1, and COVID-19.
Our training sites at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Woodlands Health Campus and KK Women's and Children's Hospital, are also renowned for their high-quality training and diverse case mix. While our departments are demanding, we prioritise resident learning, ensuring that service commitments do not overshadow educational goals. Faculty, alongside nurses and allied health professionals, foster a collaborative environment, providing robust support to residents.
Will I have a job as a consultant Emergency Physician?
With increasing patient attendances and the expansion of healthcare facilities, the demand for consultant Emergency Physicians is strong. Emerging areas such as observation medicine, emergency ultrasound, and critical care create ongoing opportunities for aspiring specialists to make significant contributions.
What “sub-specialisations" are available?
Upon completing the NHG Emergency Medicine Residency Programme, residents have the opportunity to pursue sub-specialisation in various clinical domains of Emergency Medicine. These include, but are not limited to:
- Trauma: Expertise in managing acute injuries and coordinating multidisciplinary trauma care.
- Toxicology: Specialised knowledge in diagnosing and treating poisonings and toxic exposures.
- Emergency Geriatrics: Focused care for older adults, addressing complex medical and social needs in the emergency setting.
- Pre-hospital Emergency Medicine: Proficiency in delivering emergency care outside hospital settings, including ambulance-based interventions.
- Disaster Medicine: Leadership in preparing for and responding to large-scale emergencies and mass casualty incidents.
- Observation Medicine: Optimising short-stay care for patients requiring extended evaluation in the Emergency Department.
- Emergency Cardiology and Critical Care: Advanced management of acute cardiac conditions and critically ill patients.
- Emergency Ultrasound: Mastery of point-of-care ultrasound for rapid diagnostic and procedural guidance.
- Infectious Diseases: Expertise in managing acute infectious conditions, including outbreak response.
In addition to clinical sub-specialisations, many of our Emergency Physicians excel in non-clinical disciplines, offering intellectually stimulating avenues for professional growth. These include:
- Medical Education: Leading curriculum development and training for medical students, residents, and allied health professionals.
- Artificial Intelligence and Medical Information Technology: Innovating healthcare delivery through AI and advanced IT solutions.
- Data Science: Leveraging data analytics to improve clinical outcomes and operational efficiency.
- Healthcare Quality: Driving initiatives to enhance patient safety and care standards.
- Medical Law: Applying legal principles to healthcare practice, including ethics and policy development.
What are the examinations I have to take?
Residents must complete the Master of Medicine (MMed) (Emergency Medicine) Part A between years 1 and 3, followed by Parts B and C by the start of year 4. In the fifth year, residents undertake an exit examination, comprising multiple-choice questions, a clinical viva, and critical appraisal components. Additionally, senior residents (R4-R5) compile administrative and teaching portfolios. Our programme provides comprehensive preparation to ensure success in these assessments.
What are the programme's selection criteria for residency application?
We look for the following qualities in our potential applicants:
1. Clinical competence
- Clinical experience in relevant postings
- Good performance and feedback in prior postings
2. Interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team (including nursing and allied health professionals)
- Ability to communicate well with patients and next-of-kin in challenging circumstances
3. Practice-Based Learning and Improvement
- Involvement in research and/or innovative projects
4. Professionalism
- Conscientiousness in completing administrative tasks (example: timely submission of forms/logs/reports, punctuality etc)
- Ability to uphold ethical principles, even in challenging circumstances
5. Personal attributes
- Commitment to completion of the 5-year EM residency program (example of demonstration of commitment includes attempting Master of Medicine in Emergency Medicine Part A, doing relevant clinical rotations.)
- Leadership
- Resilience and diligence
What are the programme's selection criteria for residency application?
Am I eligible for the programme and how do I apply?
For general queries on residency application and eligibility, please refer to this page for more information.