Embrace a new era in healthcare as Woodlands Health, Singapore's latest
integrated acute and community hospital, welcomes its first patients. Unveiling specialist clinics and 40
community hospital beds on December 22, this 7.7-hectare facility located at 17 Woodlands Drive 17 is set to
fully open its array of services, including an emergency department and acute wards, in May 2024.
Woodlands Health, designed to alleviate Singapore's bed crunch, targets a robust future with
1,000 acute and community beds and nearly 400 beds in its long-term care facility. With the flexibility to
expand to 1,800 beds, it stands ready to meet evolving healthcare needs.
Key Features and Services:
Integration of Acute and Community Care: Seamless transition from acute to step-down care within the same facility, ensuring continuity of care.
Specialist Outpatient Services: Access to specialist clinics for conditions like asthma and diabetes, with rehabilitation services provided by an allied health team.
Cutting-Edge Medical Centre: A medical center linking specialist clinics, radiology, rehabilitation, and pharmacy services to the main hospital via a bridge.
Long-Term Care Tower: Houses Ren Ci @ Woodlands nursing home and a senior care center, emphasizing dementia-friendly design and home care services.
Singapore's Largest Therapeutic Garden: The 1.5-hectare Woodlands Healing Garden, in collaboration with the National Parks Board, promotes mental, emotional, and physical well-being through nature interaction.
Innovative IT Integration: Woodlands Health pioneers integration of three national healthcare IT systems for electronic medical records, billing, and pharmacy systems, enhancing workflow efficiency.
Patient-Centric Approach: Woodlands Health prioritizes patient experience and recovery, ensuring a seamless and stress-free healthcare journey. The hospital's chairman, Dr. Nicholas Chew, underscores the therapeutic benefits of the Woodlands Healing Garden for mental health outcomes.
Community Impact and Future Plans: Since its planning phase in 2015, Woodlands Health has collaborated with community care providers to create a comprehensive ecosystem supporting 600,000 residents in the north region. Initiatives like community health posts aim to streamline post-hospital recovery and chronic disease management.
Health Minister Ong Ye Kung, speaking at the hospital's opening ceremony, highlighted
Singapore's efforts to expand healthcare capacity. The successful hiring of nurses and the opening of new
polyclinics signify a positive trajectory in Singapore's healthcare landscape.
As Woodlands Health sets a precedent for innovative healthcare solutions, the phased opening
signifies a promising step toward a resilient and patient-centric healthcare system.
