The National University Hospital (NUH) is a major academic medical center in Singapore, serving as the principal teaching hospital for the National University of Singapore’s medical and dental faculties.
Leading Clinical Specialties
- Pediatrics: NUH is home to the Khoo Teck Puat – National University Children’s Medical Institute, a dedicated facility providing comprehensive care for children and adolescents. It is the only public hospital in Singapore that offers pediatric kidney and liver transplant programs. The hospital provides a full range of pediatric services, including highly specialized care in cardiology, neurology, hematology, and oncology.
- Oncology: NUH’s cancer services are a key part of the National University Cancer Institute, Singapore (NCIS). The hospital provides a multi-disciplinary approach to cancer treatment, with a focus on both adult and pediatric oncology. NCIS is known for its involvement in medical research and clinical trials, providing patients with access to novel therapies, including CAR-T cell therapy.
- Cardiology: The National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS), which is part of NUH, is a regional leader in cardiovascular care. The center provides a full range of services, including interventional cardiology, cardiac surgery, and heart failure management. It is equipped with advanced facilities for diagnosing and treating a wide variety of heart conditions, from common ailments to complex congenital heart diseases.
- Transplant Surgeries: The National University Centre for Organ Transplantation (NUCOT) is a leading center in Singapore. It has a strong reputation for its expertise in liver, kidney, and pancreas transplants. NUCOT is a pioneer in liver transplantation and performs a significant percentage of all liver and kidney transplants in Singapore annually, with outcomes that are comparable to international benchmarks.
