The KTP-NUCMI is the paediatric arm of the National University Hospital and comprises the Departments of Paediatrics, Paediatric Surgery and Neonatology. We provide comprehensive and specialised medical and surgical services for newborns, children and adolescents, and are the only public hospital in Singapore that offers paediatric kidney and liver transplant programmes. Through a generous gift from the estate of Khoo Teck Puat, we have set up an integrated outpatient facility with medical, diagnostic and rehabilitation services.
As the principal teaching facility of the Department of Paediatrics, NUS Medicine, KTP-NUCMI is the primary institution for paediatric medical education in Singapore.
In addition to delivering undergraduate and postgraduate medical education in paediatrics to doctors, nurses and allied health professionals, KTP-NUCMI is committed to advancing paediatric scientific research in Singapore and the Southeast Asia region.
KTP-NUCMI is a part of the National University Centre for Women and Children (NUWoC), a national university specialist centre that aims to empower women, children and their families to lead healthier lives.
To be the Paediatric Centre of Excellence, to Shape Child Health for the Future.
We strive to achieve this through:
To Advance Child Health by Integrating Excellent Clinical Care, Research and Education.
Maternal and childhood healthcare in Singapore saw significant development beginning in the early 1900s. The first dedicated paediatrician was appointed in the 1920s. In 1932, Singapore General Hospital (SGH) established Singapore’s first separate ward for sick children. Before this, children who were admitted to hospital – most critically ill children died before even reaching – were cared for alongside adults. Click here to read the article on the history of paediatrics in Singapore.
Post World War II, thanks to a $1 million donation from Mr NR Mistri, SGH constructed the Mistri Wing in 1955, a four-storey building dedicated to paediatric care. The Medical School of the then University of Singapore, located on the SGH campus, established the University Department of Paediatrics in 1962, with Professor Wong Hock Boon as its first Founding Professor of Paediatrics. The department’s clinical, teaching and research activities were primarily conducted in the Mistri Wing.
Video courtesy of The SGH Museum
In 1980, following a merger with Nanyang University, the University of Singapore was renamed the National University of Singapore (NUS). The NUS Campus, along with the newly built NUH, moved to Kent Ridge. The Department of Paediatrics joined them in 1985.
In 2005, the Medical School of NUS was renamed the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (NUS Medicine). In 2008, NUS Medicine, NUH and the NUS Faculty of Dentistry integrated under the governance of the National University Health System (NUHS).
The Department of Paediatrics became the Khoo Teck Puat – National University Children's Medical Institute (KTP-NUCMI) in 2010, in recognition of a generous donation from the estate of Khoo Teck Puat to support the advancement of paediatric education, research and patient care.
In 2022, KTP-NUCMI celebrated 60 Years of Child Health, marking six decades of transformative contributions to paediatrics, clinical care, education and translational research.
Emeritus Professor Wong Hock Boon, the founder of the Department of Paediatrics, NUS, led the department from its inception in 1962 until his retirement in 1988. Known as the Father of Paediatrics in Singapore, he left a legacy of excellence in teaching, research and clinical care. His dedication extended beyond Singapore, benefiting children in neighbouring countries. Emeritus Professor Wong trained and mentored a generation of paediatricians, significantly influencing the field.
Adj Associate Professor Jacqueline Ong
Deputy Head, Academic Affairs, Postgraduate Education
Dr Jeremy Lin
Deputy Head, Outreach
Dr Andrew Sng
Deputy Head and Director, Clinical Services
Dr Chen Ching Kit
Deputy Head, Undergraduate Studies and Research
Associate Professor Elizabeth Tham
Deputy Head, Undergraduate Studies and Research
Dr Seo Woon Li
Head, Children's Emergency
Adj Associate Professor Chan Poh Chong
Head, Division of General Ambulatory Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine
Associate Professor Elizabeth Tham
Head, Division of Paediatric Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology
Professor Quek Swee Chye
Head, Division of Paediatric Cardiology
Adj Associate Professor Jacqueline Ong
Head, Division of Paediatric Critical Care
Adj Associate Professor Chong Shang Chee
Head, Division of Developmental and Behavioural Paediatrics
Associate Professor Loke Kah Yin
Head, Division of Paediatric Endocrinology
Associate Professor Marion Aw
Head, Division of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Nutrition, Hepatology and Liver Transplantation
Associate Professor Denise Goh Li Meng
Head, Division of Paediatric Genetics and Metabolism
Professor Allen Yeoh
Head, Division of Paediatric Haematology and Oncology
Dr Chan Si Min
Head, Division of Paediatric Infectious Diseases
Professor Yap Hui Kim
Head, Division of Paediatric Nephrology, Dialysis and Renal Transplantation
Associate Professor Ong Hian Tat
Head, Division of Paediatric Neurology
Ms Ng Siau Hwei
Head, Division of Paediatric Psychological Services
Adj Associate Professor Mahesh Babu Ramamurthy
Head, Division of Paediatric Pulmonary Medicine and Sleep
Since 14 January 2019, our outpatient paediatric services have been centralised in a one-stop centre, made possible by a generous donation from the estate of Khoo Teck Puat.
This new centre is designed to create a therapeutic, child-centric and family-friendly environment. The ‘playscape’ design concept, inspired by nature, stimulates a child’s physical, mental and emotional development, encouraging interaction and creativity. This ethos is evident from the moment one enters the arrival atrium, creating a holistic care experience for children and their families.
Our 10-storey outpatient centre stands out with its 14-metre-high arrival atrium. This design ensures a clear separation of vehicular and pedestrian flow for safe access and smooth registration.
The spacious atrium is intuitively arranged to guide visitors arriving by various modes of transports or from other buildings within the Kent Ridge campus. A linkway on the fourth level connects the new centre to the Main Building, integrating it with existing inpatient facilities and services. This design enhances operational efficiency and focuses on two key aspects of the visit: one-stop convenience and a positive experience for children.
Our aim is to make paediatric consultations a pleasant experience for both the child and their caregiver.
Your child and family will first be greeted with an explosion of colours at our city-themed atrium. The journey to the upper storeys sees a nature-themed reception and waiting areas which will lead to the outdoor playground.
Traditional seating and room configuration are replaced by modular furniture that serve as play objects and resting areas. The sky gardens are adjacent to the waiting areas on every floor. This access to daylight and the outdoors creates a therapeutic environment integral for a healing experience.
Waiting time is translated into play time in the themed (i.e. rainforest, savannah, arctic) waiting area as the child climbs, crawls, interacts and explores the theme-inspired features within observatory vicinity of the parents.
Our new centre aims to change the experience of a visit to the hospital for both the child as well as the accompanying caregiver. We hope to change the way paediatric care is delivered in Singapore, to elevate healthcare for children and adolescents, and to improve health outcomes for the future.
Click here (PDF, 9.59 MB) for directions on how to get to the Khoo Teck Puat - National University Children's Medical Institute from Kent Ridge Station (Circle Line), where to alight if arriving by car as well as where to park.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did we move? We have consolidated our outpatient clinical services, pharmacy, diagnostic and rehabilitation services within a one-stop centre as part of our expansion plans. The aim is also to create a child-friendly and family-centred environment to enhance the experience of a visit to the hospital for both the child as well as the accompanying caregiver. |
What are the paediatric services not seen in the Khoo Teck Puat - National University Children's Medical Institute? Our Viva-University Children's Cancer Centre will remain at Medical Centre. The Paediatric Day Therapy and Shaw-NKF Children's Kidney Centre will also remain at their current locations. Patients visiting the Dental, Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat or Neuroscience clinics can continue to do so at the respective locations. Paediatric speech therapy communication / services will still be seen at Main Building Level 1, Rehabilitation Centre. |
When do I go to the Khoo Teck Puat - National University Children's Medical Institute for my appointments? If you have been going to Children's Clinic A, Children's Clinic Annex, Baby and Child Clinic or Rehabilitation Centre (paediatrics) for your appointments before 14 January 2019, please proceed to the Khoo Teck Puat - National University Children's Medical Institute for your appointments from now onwards. |
How do I get to the Khoo Teck Puat - National University Children's Medical Institute? Please refer to our directional guide here (PDF, 652 KB) if you are walking from Kent Ridge Station (Circle Line) or arriving by car. Follow the hospital signages to get to our centre. |
If I am coming by train, how do I make my way to the new centre? Alight at Kent Ridge Station (Circle Line) and walk towards the Main Building Lobby B. Make a left turn at the ATM machines and continue walking towards Kent Ridge Wing. Walk towards Lift Lobby 7 of Kent Ridge Wing Level 1. The directional signages will lead you to the new centre. |
Is there a taxi stand or drop-off/pick up point? There is no taxi stand but we have a drop-off/pick-up point at the new centre. If you are using private hire transport (e.g. Grab) or taxi, please indicate 'Khoo Teck Puat - National University Children's Medical Institute' as the location. |
Where is the nearest carpark? You may park at Kent Ridge Wing carpark (Basement and Level 1) or Medical Centre (Levels 5, 6, 7, 7A). |
NUH now has a visitor management system (VMS) to register visitors and patients. Do I have to register myself/my child in order to come for my/my child's appointment at the Khoo Teck Puat - National University Children's Medical Institute? You do not need to register via the VMS if you are coming to the Khoo Teck Puat - National University Children's Medical Institute during our operational hours. |
Are there breastfeeding / diaper changing rooms in this centre? There are 7 breastfeeding rooms located at the Lobby as well as on Levels 6, 7 and 8 near the restrooms. |
Where are the nearest food courts? The centre does not have F&B outlets. There are 2 Kopitiam Food Courts located at Main Building Level 1 and Medical Centre Level 5 respectively. |
Where are the nearest ATM machines? ATMs for POSB, UOB and OCBC are located at Main Building Level 1. Click here for more information on other amenities in the hospital. |
Will there be an SMS reminder to prompt me for my/my child's appointment? Yes, you will receive the standard SMS reminder about 3 working days before your appointment. It will indicate 'Khoo Teck Puat - National University Children's Medical Institute' on the SMS. |
How will I be notified of the change in consultation venue? Your SMS reminder for upcoming appointments, referral card or letter will reflect the name of the new building. |
Who should I contact to change my appointment? Please call the main appointment hotline at 6908 2222 or email to [email protected] to change your appointment. |
Khoo Teck Puat - National University Children's Medical Institute will be adopting the 1-Queue System. It is an integrated system that generates one queue number which lists down all the service points for your appointment.
When you arrive, you will receive one queue number upon registration. This queue number is the same number throughout your appointment from registration to payment. The ticket will list down the location(s) of your consultation and/or procedures. Your last stop is the pharmacy if you have medicines to collect before making payment. This will help to streamline processes for a smoother patient journey with us.
For more information on our facilities, please click here.
At KTP-NUCMI, we aim to use research to improve the care of our patients. Our collaborative approach to research has paved the way for innovative ideas to emerge, nurture and translate to patient care.
We endeavour to conduct studies that contribute directly to improving patient care or answer specific targeted research questions that may have a future impact on clinical outcomes.
Our research is conducted by all full-time clinical staff. The emphasis is to enhance impact through collaborative research with other clinical and basic science departments within NUS.
Our research focuses on many different aspects of neonatology, as our work involve both well infants as well as sick premature infants.
Click here to find out more about our research.
Paediatric training in NUS Medicine consists of three paediatric postings across Phases III to V, which provide experiential learning for students. The primary goal is to prepare future physicians to excel in clinical practice involving children and adolescents.
As the primary paediatric teaching institution of NUS Medicine, KTP-NUCMI plays a crucial role in training the next generation of doctors and specialists. This training includes structured training programmes for local and regional young doctors, as well as keeping healthcare professionals informed about advancements in paediatric care through symposiums.
Our programmes include:
Click here to find out more about our paediatric trainings.
KTP-NUCMI hosts clinical electives and research electives for both NUS Medicine and non-NUS medical students.
For NUS medical students, clinical electives are available to Phase IV (Year 4) students, while research electives are open to all students regardless of their exposure to clinical training. Students may refer to the electives instructions by the School, or the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Programme website for more information.
For non-NUS medical students, students in Year 3 and above may apply. For more information on how to apply for electives, please refer to this website.
Click here to view our health resources for woman and child health.
Our overseas outreach programmes include:
Click here to learn more about our overseas outreach programmes.
PEACe is an operational unit within KTP-NUCMI established in 2013 to systematically address the ethical challenges that arise from the medical care of as well as research involving children. It comprises clinical and nursing staff from KTP-NUCMI and professional staff from the Centre for Biomedical Ethics in the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. A generous donation from the estate of Khoo Teck Puat enabled the KTP-NUCMI to establish PEACe, the first of its kind in the region.
Advancement in clinical practice, research, and scholarship, raise fundamental ethical questions of how to enhance the best interests of the child, minimise harm and assure distributive justice. In addition, demographic trends have resulted in an increase in the diversity of the social, religious and cultural backgrounds of the patients and the parents that we manage; this diversity is expected to widen in the coming years. This ethical awareness and sensibility regarding different perspectives and values and the ability to understand and constructively question them is vital for medical progress. Unresolved ethical issues will threaten the trust in the doctor-patient-family relationships.
Excellence in ethical care of children.
To enhance the medical care of children and their families through ethical practices and advocacy in Singapore and the region.
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Click here for more information about the National University Center for Organ Transplantation (NUCOT).
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| Tel | : | (65) 6772 5483/ 5496 (Saturday, Sunday or Public Holidays) |
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The NUH Children's Fund, managed by NUHS Fund, raises monies for financially disadvantaged children seeking treatment at KTP-NUCMI. Your donation can make a difference to the lives of the needy patients.
Find out more about NUH Children's Fund and how you can donate here.
