Education

Training & Continuing Medical Education (CME) for General Practitioners (GPs)

2025/08/20

Dr Ashna Nastar presenting on ‘Diabetes Management in the Community’ at an NUHS training session for healthcare professionals.

As the first point of contact in healthcare, primary care doctors play a crucial role in managing patients' ongoing health needs. At NUHS, we are committed to supporting your professional development through curated training programmes designed to enhance your clinical knowledge and strengthen care coordination. 

Our regular Continuing Medical Education (CME) and Training series will provide you with up-to-date information on managing chronic disease complications of your patients, as well as insights into the care services available across NUHS institutions. These sessions are designed to help you make informed referrals of patients if they require specialist care.

Key Features of NUHS CME

  • Monthly sessions conducted by NUHS clinical experts
  • Topics focused on chronic disease management, referral workflows, and care coordination
  • Held on Saturdays, from 2 - 3pm (timings may be subject to change)
  • Access to session recordings and presentation slides via the NUHS Education Support and Training Hub (NEST)

How to Enrol?

  • Register via the CME calendar
  • Attendance will be reflected in your account within three working days
For feedback or enquiries, please email us at [email protected].
Upcoming Continuing Medical Education (CME) Sessions

Monthly CME Training for GPs
NUHS conducts monthly CME sessions, typically held on Saturdays from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. These sessions are designed to be practical and directly relevant to general practice settings.

To Note:
* Scheduled dates in the calendar below are subject to potential changes due to unforeseen circumstances. Any updates will be provided via email after your registration is confirmed.

^Tip: Missed a session? Access recordings and slides on the NUHS Education Support and Training Hub (NEST) post-session.

16 August 2025
Trauma: Foot, Ankle and Spine

Speakers:

Dr Alex Teo 

Consultant, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, National University Hospital & Alexandra Hospital) & Consultant, National University Spine Institute

Adj A/Prof Andrew Hong Choon Chiet 

Head & Consultant, Orthopaedic Surgery, National University Hospital

Register Here

13 September 2025
Dementia Care 

Speakers:

Dr Tan Li Feng 

Consultant, Department of Medicine, Alexandra Hospital

Ms Cai Suqi (Dementia Singapore)

Register Here

4 October 2025
Women’s Emotional Health

Speaker:

A/Prof Cornelia Chee 

Head & Senior Consultant, Department of Psychological Medicine, National University Hospital

Register Here

8 November 2025
Breast Cancer Management

Speakers:

A/Prof Samuel Ow 

Senior Consultant, Department of Haematology-Oncology, National University Cancer Institute, Singapore

Adj A/Prof Oh Han Boon

Consultant, Department of Surgery, National University Hospital, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital & Jurong Medical Centre) & Consultant, National University Cancer Institute, Singapore

Register Here

​Training Resources

NUHS Education Support and Training Hub (NEST)

NEST is a one-stop repository providing:

  • Past CME session recordings
  • Clinical practice guidelines for GPs
  • Resource links tailored for primary care providers in Singapore's western region

How do I access NEST?

Click here to register for access to the platform. CME sessions will appear in your account within three working days of registration.

Training Partners Outside NUHS
Agency for Integrated Care (AIC)
Agency for Integrated Care (AIC)

AIC plays an important role in Singapore’s healthcare landscape by encouraging collaboration among various stakeholders, streamlining care services, and ensuring that individuals with long-term care needs receive appropriate and coordinated care in a variety of settings, including hospitals, community care facilities and homes.

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College of Family Physicians Singapore (CFPS)
College of Family Physicians Singapore (CFPS)

The CFPS is a professional organisation in Singapore dedicated to promoting and enhancing family medicine. It focuses on family physician training, education and professional growth. The CFPS is vital in raising awareness for the importance of family medicine within the healthcare system.

Find Out More
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