Welcome Message from Head, Department of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine

It is a privilege to introduce a Department with a rich history and a longstanding commitment to clinical care, education and research. Our roots extend back to the early twentieth century, and our story is closely intertwined with the development of medicine in Singapore. Today, as part of the National University Health System, we continue this tradition while looking firmly to the future.

Our mission is to advance the health of our community through excellence in patient care, education and discovery. We are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care, developing the healthcare leaders and educators of tomorrow, and generating new knowledge that improves the lives of our patients.

The Department encompasses a remarkably diverse range of medical specialties, from general and complex medical care to highly specialised and advanced treatments. As an academic department, our ambition extends beyond providing excellent everyday care. We strive to lead in managing complex disease, develop distinctive areas of expertise, and work across traditional specialty boundaries to provide integrated, patient-centred care.

Education remains central to who we are. Across undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing professional education, we aim to nurture thoughtful clinicians, educators and leaders who will help shape the future of healthcare. Research is equally fundamental to our identity. Through innovation, collaboration and scientific discovery, we seek to advance patient care, influence clinical practice and contribute to the progress of medicine in Singapore and beyond.

Ultimately, the strength of our Department lies in its people. We are committed to creating an environment where individuals can thrive, ideas can flourish, and collaboration is valued. By supporting our clinicians, educators, researchers and staff to realise their full potential, we strengthen the care, education and research we provide to our patients and community.

We are proud of the foundations established by those who came before us and excited about the opportunities ahead. I invite you to explore our website to learn more about our people, clinical specialties, education and research. Whether you are considering joining our team, training with us, collaborating in research or partnering with us to improve patient care, we welcome the opportunity to work together to shape the future of medicine.

Associate Professor Matthew Edward Cove
Head of Department
Department of Medicine