Ms Samantha Ong Bee Cheng is a highly respected nursing leader and mental health nursing advocate with over four decades of service at the Institute of Mental Health (IMH), Singapore. A Registered Nurse and Mental Health Nurse, she has dedicated her career to advancing psychiatric nursing practice, professional leadership, and recovery-oriented mental healthcare.
Recognised nationally for her contributions to nursing excellence, Samantha was awarded the President’s Award for Nurses in 2019. Throughout her distinguished career, she has contributed actively to clinical practice development, research, professional education, and the advancement of evidence-based mental health nursing. She has co-authored clinical practice guidelines, participated in research initiatives, and contributed to psychiatric nursing literature.
Since 2020, Samantha has served as President of the Singapore Nurses Association (SNA), leading strategic transformation efforts within the Association. Under her leadership, SNA has strengthened organisational governance, professional advocacy, and national engagement in healthcare policy and nursing development.
Guided by the values of integrity, lifelong learning, and professional excellence, Samantha remains committed to strengthening the nursing profession and advancing high-quality, compassionate mental healthcare in Singapore.
Mr Sahari Bin Ani is a Registered Nurse with extensive experience spanning healthcare leadership, humanitarian services, healthcare education, and community resilience. With close to four decades of professional experience, he has contributed significantly to both the nursing profession and humanitarian development locally and internationally.
He currently serves as Vice President of the Singapore Nurses Association (SNA) and has been an active member of the SNA Board for over 20 years. As the first recipient of the Singapore Nurses Association Scholarship, Sahari completed his Master of Science in Healthcare Management in 2000. He has contributed actively to strategic leadership, professional advocacy, and long-term organisational development within SNA.
Beyond nursing leadership, Sahari serves as Dean and Group Director at the Singapore Red Cross. Since 2002, he has participated in more than 70 humanitarian missions and projects across 24 countries, supporting disaster response, psychosocial care, capacity building, and community resilience initiatives.
He contributes actively to national and sectoral platforms including the Work Safety and Health Council (Healthcare), the Singapore Resuscitation and First Aid Council, and various educational advisory boards. His service has been recognised through several awards, including the Courage Star Award and the Humanity Award.
Ms Lilian Yew serves as Chief Nurse, Singapore Healthcare at Raffles Medical Group, bringing over 33 years of distinguished leadership across public and private healthcare sectors. She holds advanced qualifications in Health Sciences from SIM–University of Sydney and a Master in Education from the National Institute of Education, Singapore, and has been pursuing a Doctorate in Healthcare Management since 2024.
Under her visionary leadership, Raffles Hospital has attained multiple accreditations, including three ANCC Provider with Distinction recognitions, two Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative re-accreditations, and two NCPD Premier Awards, reflecting her steadfast commitment to nursing excellence, education, and professional standards.
A trailblazer in nursing innovation, Lilian conceptualised and led the RAFFLES Nursing Professional Practice Model, strengthening nursing culture and practice across the organisation. She also advances professional knowledge as Chief Editor of Raffles Nursing Times. Her global influence is reflected in her selection as a scholar in the 2025–2026 ICN Global Nursing Leadership Institute and her induction into the Global Woman of Influence Hall of Fame.
Her achievements have been widely recognised through numerous accolades, including the Singapore Healthcare Quality Star Award 2025, SkillsFuture Fellowship Award 2024, Global Woman of Influence Award 2024, Top 10 Finalist for the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2023, and the HMA Chief Nurse of the Year Award 2023.
Beyond her organisational role, Lilian contributes to the profession as Vice-President of the Singapore Nurses Association, Vice-President of Sigma Theta Tau International’s Upsilon Eta Chapter, and Team Leader for the ANCC Appraiser Team, championing leadership globally.
Ms Siti Samira is a Senior Nurse Manager at Mount Elizabeth Hospital, IHH Healthcare Singapore, with over 20 years of experience in nursing leadership, clinical operations, and healthcare quality within the private healthcare sector.
Throughout her career, she has held key leadership appointments across medical-surgical services, where she has led numerous initiatives in patient safety, clinical governance, and quality improvement. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she served as a Pandemic Coordinator, overseeing operational readiness, workforce deployment, and the implementation of infection prevention and control measures to ensure the safe and effective delivery of patient care during a critical period. She also leads Peripheral Intravenous Catheter (PIVC) management initiatives, driving evidence-based best practices to enhance patient outcomes and reduce clinical complications.
In addition to her clinical leadership responsibilities, Ms Siti Samira leads Corporate Social Responsibility and Wellness initiatives for IHH Healthcare Singapore. She spearheads community outreach programmes and staff well-being initiatives, reflecting her strong commitment to holistic healthcare that extends beyond the hospital environment.
Ms Siti Samira holds a Bachelor of Health Science from the University of Sydney-SIM and a Master in Healthcare Administration from Flinders University. She is deeply passionate about fostering psychologically safe workplaces, empowering nurses, and developing high-performing healthcare teams. Her professional focus centres on strengthening nursing leadership capabilities, advancing professional development, and driving continuous improvement in nursing practice.
She is a recipient of the MOH Nurses Merit Award and the Healthcare Humanity Award in recognition of her contributions to nursing excellence, leadership, and community service. A strong advocate for nursing leadership, collaboration, and innovation, Ms Siti Samira remains committed to advancing the nursing profession to meet the evolving demands of the healthcare landscape.
Mr Warric Ng is a healthcare leader with extensive experience in nursing leadership, strategic management, healthcare informatics, and organisational development within Singapore’s public healthcare sector.
He previously served at the Institute of Mental Health (IMH), where he held senior leadership appointments including Senior Nurse Manager and Senior Manager, Corporate Development. Over his 16-year tenure, he led initiatives across clinical operations, healthcare quality, organisational excellence, strategic planning, and service transformation.
Warric holds a Master of Arts in Professional Education and is a strong advocate for healthcare informatics, digital transformation, and the responsible integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare and nursing practice. He believes technology will play a critical role in enhancing care delivery, operational efficiency, workforce capability, and patient outcomes in the future healthcare landscape.
As Assistant Honorary Secretary of the Singapore Nurses Association (SNA), Warric is passionate about advancing nursing leadership, professional development, and technology adoption within the nursing profession. He advocates for a future-ready nursing workforce that embraces innovation, continuous learning, and collaborative transformation to strengthen healthcare delivery in Singapore.
Ms Tan Ai Ling Anita is an experienced nursing leader with extensive expertise in acute care, renal nursing, primary healthcare, and chronic disease management. She currently serves as Senior Nurse Manager at National Healthcare Group Polyclinics, where she leads nursing teams in delivering preventive health services, and chronic disease management programmes.
Anita began her nursing career in 1987 at the National University Hospital following her graduation from the School of Nursing, Singapore. Driven by a strong commitment to bedside nursing and patient-centred care, she pursued an Advanced Diploma in Medical-Surgical Nursing and dedicated over two decades to acute inpatient nursing practice.
Her transition into renal nursing at the National Kidney Foundation further strengthened her clinical expertise in dialysis care and chronic disease support. Throughout her career, she has remained passionate about supporting patients and families through complex healthcare journeys, particularly in wound care, chronic disease management, and long-term patient recovery.
As Honorary Treasurer of the Singapore Nurses Association (SNA), Anita contributes actively to organisational governance and professional advancement initiatives. She remains committed to strengthening nursing leadership, advancing patient-centred care, and supporting the continued development of nurses across diverse healthcare settings in Singapore.
Mr Tham Juncheng (Derek) is a healthcare professional with diverse experience spanning clinical nursing, rehabilitation care, healthcare operations, education, and organisational leadership. He currently serves within healthcare operations under Raffles Medical Group and has been a member of the Singapore Nurses Association (SNA) Board of Directors since 2023.
Derek’s clinical experience includes Stroke Rehabilitation, Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, Dementia Care, Palliative Care, Medical-Surgical Nursing, and Acute and Critical Care. His multidisciplinary contributions to stroke rehabilitation and patient-centred care have been recognised through several professional accolades, including the Healthcare Humanity Award and the Community Care Manpower Development Award.
Beyond clinical practice, Derek is a strong advocate for lifelong learning, healthcare leadership, and professional development. He serves as Chief Editor of The Connect, the official newsletter of SNA, and contributes to nursing education as an adjunct lecturer at a local private institution.
He holds Master’s degrees in Business Administration and Human Resources Management, and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA). His academic and professional interests focus on healthcare management, workforce development, organisational leadership, and the future transformation of healthcare delivery.
Derek is also actively involved in community service and volunteerism through grassroots initiatives, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF), and HealthServe, reflecting his commitment to service, resilience, and social responsibility.
Ms Coreen Low Kim Kuan is a senior paediatric nursing leader with extensive experience in paediatric, neonatal, burns, reconstructive, and craniofacial nursing care. She has been actively involved with the Singapore Nurses Association (SNA) since 1996, beginning her service as Chairperson of the Paediatric Neonatal Nurses Chapter before subsequently serving on the Board of Directors.
Coreen currently serves as one of the Directors of the Nurses Learning Hub and has played a significant role in advancing nursing education, mentorship, and professional development. She was instrumental in the establishment of nursing units at the new KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital in 1997 and has since contributed extensively to specialised paediatric services.
Over the past 16 years, she has overseen the Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Department at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital, including the Cleft and Craniofacial Centre. She also contributed significantly to the development and renovation of the Paediatric Burn Centre, supporting advancements in specialised paediatric burns care.
Coreen holds a Master in Nursing from La Trobe University and a postgraduate qualification in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing from Curtin University. In recognition of her professional contributions and leadership, she was honoured with the La Trobe Distinguished Alumni Award in 2025. She remains actively involved in professional societies and regional outreach initiatives, contributing towards the advancement of specialised nursing practice in Singapore and beyond.
Ms Lim Siew Geok is a senior nursing educator and leader with extensive experience in nursing professional development, adult learning, and workforce capability building. She is currently the Director of the Nurses Learning Hub and serves as Nurse Advisor, Nursing Service at Tan Tock Seng Hospital. She is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Singapore Institute of Technology (Health and Social Sciences).
Passionate about developing nursing excellence through education and lifelong learning, Siew Geok has played a pivotal role in advancing professional competency, clinical education, and leadership development within the nursing profession. Her expertise spans curriculum design, instructional development, competency-based education, and adult learning methodologies.
Beyond her healthcare institution, she contributes actively to nursing education as an Adjunct Lecturer with the National Healthcare Group College and the Singapore Institute of Technology. She is also a member of the Singapore Nurses Association’s Infusion Nurses Chapter, supporting the advancement of specialised nursing practice and professional standards.
Siew Geok holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a Master in Instructional Design and Technology, an Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA), and a Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Adult Education. She remains committed to empowering nurses through education, mentorship, and continuous professional growth.
Ms Brenda Lim Bee Khim is a seasoned nursing leader with extensive experience in Singapore’s healthcare sector, with a particular focus on dermatology nursing, nursing management, clinical governance, and service innovation. She currently serves as Head of Nursing at the National Skin Centre (NSC), a position she has held since 2010, where she leads nursing operations and advances clinical education, workforce development, and nurse-led services.
Brenda holds a Master of Nursing (Management) from La Trobe University, Australia, and a Postgraduate Certificate from the National Healthcare Group Health Professions Educators programme, delivered in collaboration with the Harvard Macy Institute. Her professional contributions extend across institutional, national, and professional platforms.
She serves on various committees within NHG and the Singapore Nurses Association (SNA), where she has served two terms on the Board of Directors as Treasurer. She is the founding Chairperson of the Asian Dermatology Nursing Group and the Dermatology and Infusion Nurses Chapter, and is also a pioneer member and former President of the Association of Diabetes Educators (Singapore). In addition, she contributes to the Service Quality Committee of Thye Hua Kwan Moral Charities Limited, the MDIS Healthcare Training and Education Programme Advisory Board, and serves as a Career Advisor for Workforce Singapore.
Her contributions have been recognised through the NHG Outstanding Citizenship and Education Leader Awards, the La Trobe University Distinguished Alumni Award (International), and the Association of Diabetes Educators (Singapore) Commendable Award.
A/Prof M Kamala Devi is a distinguished nurse academic, researcher, and professional leader whose career spans clinical practice, education, research, and professional governance. She began her nursing career at Singapore General Hospital, where she developed extensive expertise in oncology care and contributed to clinical service planning, staff development, mentoring, coaching, and the commissioning of new oncology services.
In 1999, she transitioned into nursing education, contributing significantly to programme development, curriculum planning, assessment design, and clinical supervision at the School of Health Sciences, Nanyang Polytechnic, and subsequently at the National University of Singapore. In September 2023, she was appointed Programme Director of the BSc (Hons) Nursing programme at the University of Glasgow, jointly offered with the Singapore Institute of Technology.
Her research interests include innovative educational pedagogy, interprofessional education, ethics and professionalism, women’s health and quality of life, cancer and palliative care, and psychosocial issues. She has supervised more than 100 student research projects and published over 40 scholarly works. She also serves as a reviewer for local, regional, and international journals, and sits on the Editorial Boards of the Asia-Pacific Journal of Oncology Nursing and the Singapore Nursing Journal. She has served as Editor-in-Chief of the Singapore Nursing Journal for more than a decade and received the Asia-Pacific Journal of Oncology Nursing Outstanding Editorial Board Member Award in 2025.
Her leadership extends to professional governance as a Board Member of the Singapore Nursing Board, Co-Chair of its Education Committee, and Member of its Audit and Risk Committee. She has served as a Board Director of the Singapore Nurses Association since 2014 and was appointed to the Healthcare Ethics Capability Committee in 2025, representing SNA.
Dr Juriyah Yatim is an Advanced Practice Nurse and Assistant Director of Nursing at Singapore General Hospital (SGH). Her clinical practice is based in the SGH Pelvic Floor Disorder Service, a specialised multidisciplinary service that supports patients with functional pelvic floor conditions arising from urologic, gynaecologic, and colorectal pathologies.
Juriyah obtained her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Duke University School of Nursing, North Carolina, United States, in 2015. She is the SingHealth Lead Clinical Preceptor for the Graduate Diploma in Clinical Nursing in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing, delivered in collaboration with Curtin University. She also holds the appointment of Lead Education Associate with Duke-NUS.
She is deeply committed to research, evidence-based practice, and clinical innovation. Her contributions include the hospital-wide implementation of a nurse-led timely urinary catheter removal protocol, known as HOUDINI, which is being implemented across the cluster. She has also developed Serious Games to support nursing competency development and training.
Juriyah has produced and presented numerous nursing papers across local and international platforms, and has contributed to journal publications and book chapters. She has delivered professional talks in Singapore and internationally, including in Malaysia, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Thailand, Taiwan, Australia, and the United States. As a Board Member of the Singapore Nurses Association, she contributes to advancing advanced nursing practice, clinical education, and evidence-based professional development.
Dr Png Hong Hock (Jane) is a nursing educator and academic leader with experience in nursing education, curriculum development, clinical supervision, and programme leadership. Since transitioning into nursing education in 1999, she has dedicated her career to preparing and developing future generations of nurses.
Jane has contributed to nursing education through her appointments at the School of Health Sciences, Nanyang Polytechnic, and later at the National University of Singapore. Across these roles, she has been actively involved in programme and course development, curriculum planning, assessment design, and clinical supervision. Her work reflects a sustained commitment to strengthening academic standards, educational quality, and practice readiness among nursing students.
Her dedication to advancing nursing education culminated in her appointment in September 2023 as Programme Director of the BSc (Hons) Nursing programme at the University of Glasgow, jointly offered with the Singapore Institute of Technology. In this role, she contributes to the development of a rigorous and contemporary nursing curriculum that supports the preparation of competent, reflective, and future-ready nursing graduates.
As a Board Member of the Singapore Nurses Association, Jane supports the advancement of nursing education, professional development, and academic-practice collaboration. She remains committed to nurturing nursing talent and strengthening the educational foundation of the nursing profession in Singapore.
Dr Lee Yee Mei is a distinguished Advanced Practice Nurse leader with more than two decades of experience in oncology nursing, clinical leadership, and professional development. As former Head of Oncology Nursing, she has played a pivotal role in advancing nursing practice, strengthening clinical governance, and developing future nursing leaders across the healthcare system. Her leadership has contributed significantly to the implementation of integrated, high-performing models of care that enhance patient outcomes, service quality, and operational excellence.
With a strong strategic and future-oriented perspective, Dr Lee advocates for the integration of research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement to support sustainable, value-based healthcare delivery. She is a strong proponent of digitally enabled and person-centred care models that are aligned with population health priorities and evolving healthcare needs. Through her strategic oversight, she continues to drive alignment between clinical practice, organisational goals, and broader healthcare transformation initiatives.
Dr Lee is deeply committed to strengthening the nursing profession through robust governance, leadership development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. She believes in positioning nurses as key contributors to system-level innovation and healthcare transformation, while fostering resilient and future-ready nursing teams capable of addressing emerging healthcare challenges and sustaining excellence in patient care.
Ms Jennifer Bao is a senior nurse educator and academic leader at Ngee Ann Polytechnic, School of Health Sciences, with over 30 years of experience in clinical nursing, education, and leadership. She currently serves as Deputy Director, leading strategic initiatives in continuing education and training (CET) to advance the nursing workforce and capabilities across sectors.
Jennifer contributes to the Singapore Nurses Association (SNA) through advancing professional development, capability-building, and the evolving role of nurses in community care. Her work aligns nursing education with national priorities in palliative care and mental health.
Jennifer’s leadership achievements include spearheading the development of post-registration programmes and strengthening specialty nursing capabilities. She has also led cross-sector CET initiatives that equip professionals with skills in mental health and workplace well-being, positioning nurses as key contributors to preventive and community care.
She has built strong strategic partnerships with healthcare institutions, government agencies, and industry stakeholders, enabling co-creation of responsive training aligned with Singapore’s healthcare transformation agenda. In addition, she plays an active role in mentoring educators and developing future-ready curricula.
Jennifer remains committed to advancing the nursing profession through leadership, education, and collaborative practice.
Ms Amy Lim Ee Lin obtained her Master of Nursing from the National University of Singapore in 2012. She has over 20 years of extensive clinical experience in renal nursing, with professional interests in Renal Supportive Care, Critical Care Nephrology, and Haemodialysis. Recognised for her expertise in the field, she is regularly invited to present at local and international conferences, seminars, and professional forums.
Ms Lim is actively involved in advancing nursing practice and professional development through her contributions to various professional organisations. She serves as the current Chairperson of the Singapore Nurses Association and is an active member of the Society of Nephrology Singapore Nursing Chapter and the Asian Nephrology Nursing Committee.
Beyond her professional commitments, Ms Lim is deeply engaged in community service and volunteerism. She collaborates closely with non-profit organisations, including Karuna International and the Renal Support Group at Singapore General Hospital, to support community outreach and patient advocacy initiatives. In recognition of her humanitarian contributions and dedication to service, she was conferred the National Humanity Award in 2019.
Mr Jeffrey Woo is currently an Adjunct Lecturer at the Curtin University School of Nursing and Midwifery. A registered nurse since 2006, he has over 20 years of professional experience and has held several nursing leadership appointments across Intermediate and Long-Term Care (ILTC) settings, including roles as Senior Nurse Educator and Nurse Manager.
Mr Woo obtained his Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) from the University of Sydney, where he was awarded the University of Sydney Honours Scholarship. He further advanced his academic and professional qualifications through the attainment of a Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma in Higher Education from Nanyang Technological University’s National Institute of Education. He subsequently completed a Master of Health Services Management at Griffith University with Distinction and was conferred the Griffith Award for Academic Excellence for two consecutive years. He is presently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy at Curtin University under the prestigious Curtin Overseas Postgraduate Research Scholarship (COPRS).
An experienced educator and active researcher, Mr Woo’s scholarly contributions encompass peer-reviewed journal publications, book chapters, and leadership in healthcare management and higher education. He is currently a Fellow of the Australasian College of Health Service Management (FCHSM), the Hong Kong College of Health Service Executives (FHKCHSE), and Advance HE (FHEA).
Mr Woo remains actively engaged in advancing the nursing profession through leadership and service. He serves as Chairperson of the Singapore Nurses Association (SNA) Education Committee, a member of the SNA Board of Directors, and President of the Upsilon Eta Chapter of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. In 2026, he was appointed Honorary Adjunct Lecturer at the Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Sydney.
Mr Muhammad Hafashah is a Nurse Clinician in the Intensive Care Unit, where he oversees nursing care across the Medical and Cardiothoracic Intensive Care disciplines. In his secondary portfolio in Nursing Quality, he leads the monitoring of Key Performance Indicators, patient safety initiatives, and Quality Improvement projects, while also playing an active role in hospital re-licensing audits. He currently spearheads a Patient Experience initiative aimed at enhancing nurse-patient engagement through the implementation of a structured communication framework, which is presently being rolled out hospital-wide.
Beginning his nursing career as an Enrolled Nurse, Mr Hafashah has since developed a distinguished academic and professional portfolio. He holds a Juris Doctor from the Singapore University of Social Sciences, a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) from the University of London, and a Bachelor of Nursing from Griffith University. His interdisciplinary expertise uniquely positions him at the intersection of nursing, healthcare ethics, and the law.
A strong advocate for the protection and professional welfare of healthcare workers, Mr Hafashah champions a zero-tolerance approach towards abuse against healthcare providers. He developed a legally grounded workflow to support nursing supervisors in the management of outrage of modesty incidents, a framework that has since been adopted across all hospital departments. He has also delivered educational sessions to nursing staff on their legal rights and professional protections and has been invited to share with nursing supervisors on the conduct of Coroner’s cases, drawing upon the Coroner’s Act 2010.
Mr Hafashah is also a dedicated educator and facilitator. He teaches the in-house Healthcare Law and Ethics Course for Nurses and has co-facilitated the Educators’ Course in Healthcare Ethics, Law and Professionalism at the NUS Centre for Biomedical Ethics. Guided by the belief that “the secret to finding our passion is to bring passion to everything that we do”, he remains committed to advancing the nursing profession through clinical excellence, ethical practice, and legal scholarship.
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