About NUHS Residency

NUHS Residency is one of Singapore's three sponsoring institutions for postgraduate medical education, offering 29 residency programmes accredited under the Accreditation of Postgraduate Medical Education Singapore (APMES) framework administered by the Joint Committee on Specialist Training (JCST). Since July 2026, all NUHS Residency programmes have successfully transitioned to the national accreditation framework, reflecting our commitment to maintaining high standards of postgraduate medical education in Singapore.

At NUHS, we are committed to developing outstanding doctors who excel in both the science and the art of medicine. Our training is grounded in the core values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Excellence and Patient-Centredness, equipping residents with the knowledge, skills and professionalism needed to deliver exceptional healthcare.

Our faculty comprises dedicated clinicians who are deeply passionate about teaching and mentoring. As role models who embody NUHS values, they are committed to supporting each resident’s personal and professional growth, recognising every individual as an integral member of the NUHS family. Together with our senior leadership team, they are entrusted with nurturing the next generation of medical leaders who will shape the future of healthcare in Singapore.

NUHS residents are empowered to make meaningful contributions to the advancement of medicine, both locally and globally. Through rigorous training, strong mentorship and diverse clinical experiences, they are equipped to become highly respected specialists, leaders and innovators in their respective fields.

Our Mission

To develop future-ready, values-driven healthcare professionals who:

• Become skilled, resilient and adaptable lifelong learners who place patients at the heart of everything they do.
• Advance healthcare through innovation, research and transformative solutions.
• Serve the community with purpose whilst nurturing future generations of healthcare professionals.
• Earn the trust of patients, the respect of colleagues, and the pride of our faculty and staff.

Our Vision

Training Minds, Shaping Hearts

We aspire to nurture well-rounded healthcare professionals who lead with compassion, serve with purpose and advance healthcare through excellence in patient care, research and education, while upholding the NUHS core values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Excellence and Patient-Centredness.

Our Commitments

• Align education with evolving workforce needs and healthcare priorities.
• Develop future-ready healthcare professionals who can thrive in a volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous (VUCA) environment.
• Foster local, regional and international partnerships to expand opportunities for learning, collaboration and professional growth.

Why Choose NUHS Residency?

Comprehensive Training Across 29 Accredited Programmes
NUHS Residency offers a comprehensive portfolio of 29 specialty and subspecialty training programmes, each accredited by recognised local or international accrediting bodies.

Personalised Mentorship and Career Development
Residents benefit from the guidance of dedicated faculty members, senior clinicians and mentors who are committed to supporting their professional and personal development. Tailored mentorship ensures that each resident receives the support needed to achieve their career aspirations.

Future-Ready Healthcare Education
NUHS prepares residents to lead the future of healthcare. Our residency programmes cultivate clinicians with the knowledge, skills and adaptability required to thrive in an increasingly complex and evolving healthcare landscape.