What if healthcare felt more like home? That is the guiding principle behind Sengkang General & Community Hospital. We are standing before a place that embodies Singapore’s commitment to accessible and quality healthcare for all.
Sengkang General Hospital opened its doors on August 18, 2018. Sengkang Community Hospital followed on August 28, 2018. Together, they form an integrated healthcare campus serving the northeast region of Singapore. This includes Sengkang, Punggol, Hougang and Pasir Ris.
Back in 2011, Mr. Khaw Boon Wan, the then-Minister for Health, announced the plan for Sengkang General Hospital. The initial completion date was set for 2020. But the project was expedited. Mr. Gan Kim Yong, Minister for Health, announced in December 2011 that the completion date would be moved forward to 2018. The hospital’s groundbreaking ceremony took place on October 27, 2013. Penta Ocean built the hospital. The official opening of Sengkang General Hospital was held on March 23, 2019.
Sengkang General Hospital has 1000 beds. Sengkang Community Hospital has 400 beds. The Sengkang General & Community Hospital campus expands national healthcare capacity by 1,400 beds. Sengkang General Hospital offers acute medical care. It stabilizes patients’ conditions. Patients have a primary doctor who coordinates their care. This coordinated approach minimizes unnecessary treatments and appointments. It promotes better health outcomes.
Sengkang Community Hospital supports patients transitioning back home. It offers medical and rehabilitation care. The goal is to help patients regain physical functions. This allows them to return to their daily activities. The hospital simulates living spaces. This encourages patients to be mobile and active. Multi-disciplinary teams plan care journeys with patients. They help them achieve goals for a smooth transition back home.
One care plan means one patient experience. This ensures a seamless transition of care. It starts from initial diagnosis and treatment. It goes through to rehabilitative care. Sengkang General & Community Hospital also partners with community organizations. This ensures that patients receive proper care even after leaving the hospital. These partnerships empower patients. They help them take ownership of their health. They also help them stay healthy and happy in their communities.
Sengkang General & Community Hospital represents more than just buildings and beds. It exemplifies a holistic approach to healthcare. The hospital considers not only medical needs. It also focuses on the patient’s overall well-being and reintegration into the community. The integration ensures that patients receive the right care. This happens at the right time. This is a testament to Singapore’s dedication to its citizens’ health.