NUS Medicine Continuing Education and Training

Three days. One clear message — successful healthcare AI is about much more than the technology.

The NUS Health. AI Leadership Executive (HALE) Masterclass 2026 has come to a close after three days of learning, discussion and exchange on what it takes to translate AI into meaningful healthcare impact.

Bringing together over 30 senior leaders and professionals from Singapore and across the region, the masterclass welcomed senior academic and healthcare leaders, experienced healthcare professionals from NUHS, SingHealth/SGH, Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Woodlands Health and other institutions, as well as a strong international delegation from Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine and its affiliated hospitals, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hanoi Medical University, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, and Siloam Hospitals.

The multidisciplinary cohort spanned clinical medicine, nursing, pharmacy, radiography, clinical informatics, innovation, hospital administration and transformation, with perspectives from beyond healthcare in technology, strategic transformation, and privacy and governance.

Across the three days, one conversation built on another:

Day 1 | Readiness before technology

Adj Professor Ngiam Kee Yuan and Assoc Professor Mengling “Mornin” Feng explored the foundations of digital transformation, AI and generative AI in healthcare. The takeaway, you can buy the tools, but you cannot buy the readiness. Infrastructure, governance, workflow redesign and change management require leadership, while human judgement and accountability remain central to responsible AI.

Day 2 | Start with the problem

Assoc Professor Kenneth Ban and Adj Professor Ngiam Kee Yuan focused on data science, problem-framing and building clinical AI in the real world. Don’t start with AI. Start with the problem. Getting the problem, data, infrastructure and governance right can matter just as much as the model itself.

Day 3 | From precision to impact

Professor Dean Ho explored precision medicine, N-of-1 optimisation and translating innovation into meaningful health outcomes. More data does not necessarily mean better insight and even powerful interventions have limited impact without trust, adoption and action.

The masterclass concluded with an Executive Dialogue led by Adj Professor Ngiam Kee Yuan, reflecting on AI adoption, leadership and the road ahead for healthcare innovation.

Three days. Different perspectives. One recurring theme:

The technology may be ready. The bigger question is whether our organisations and our leaders are ready to turn it into meaningful change.

Thank you to our esteemed faculty and participants for the thoughtful conversations, diverse perspectives and energy throughout .

🚀 Introducing Healthcare Trends & Insights

Healthcare is constantly evolving, shaped by new discoveries, emerging technologies, changing patient needs and evolving models of care. Staying informed is essential for healthcare professionals committed to delivering high-quality, future-ready care.

Through this new content series, NUS Medicine Continuing Education & Training will share bite-sized insights and perspectives on the trends, innovations, research and ideas shaping the future of healthcare - exploring what they mean for healthcare professionals, lifelong learners and the communities they serve.

💡 Our first feature explores the role of artificial intelligence in healthcare. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into healthcare delivery, it has the potential to support better decision-making, improve efficiency and enhance patient care. At the same time, it reinforces the importance of the expertise, judgement and compassion that remain at the heart of healthcare.

👉 Swipe through for key insights inspired by discussions at CHI Innovate 2026.

💬 Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Just released! ✨ Check out the August 2026 edition of ’s Banyan Tree Column.

This month's feature, ✨ Transforming Healthcare: From Foundational Science to Advanced Cell Therapies ✨, explores how advances in biomedical science are reshaping healthcare, from the essential role of pathology and histology in understanding disease, to the emergence of cutting-edge innovations such as CAR-T cell therapy.

Discover how NUS Medicine's continuing education programmes are equipping healthcare professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to bridge foundational science with advanced therapeutic innovation, preparing them to meet the evolving needs of modern healthcare.

👉 Read the full article here: https://champ.ly/DxiHHl_B

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Transforming Healthcare: From Foundational Science to Advanced Cell Therapies Healthcare is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by advances in biomedical science and the emergence of highly targeted therapeutic approaches. Among the most significant is CAR-T cell therapy, which is reshaping the treatment landscape for complex diseases such as cancer, particularly where co...

📚 Upcoming Courses | Aug 2026 – Feb 2027

Looking to deepen your knowledge, develop new skills or explore a different area in healthcare? Our upcoming continuing education courses are designed to equip healthcare professionals, educators, and practitioners with practical knowledge and industry-relevant skills to thrive in today's evolving healthcare landscape. ✨

From workplace learning, healthcare education to pathology, histology and the science of learning, our diverse range of courses supports your professional growth at every stage of your career.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your current expertise or broaden your horizon, explore our upcoming courses and find one that fits your learning goals.

✨ Applications are open! Explore the courses below:

🔗 Explore SSG-funded Courses: https://champ.ly/2uRcdoeL

🔗 Explore Non-SSG-funded CET Courses: https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/continuing-education/course-catalogue/

💡 SSG Funding Support: Eligible learners may receive SSG funding support, with additional funding schemes available subject to eligibility. Please refer to the individual course pages for full funding and fee details.

🔬 Gain practical skills in tissue-based research and histology.

Develop the essential knowledge and practical skills needed for tissue-based research through our Pathology Lab Techniques & Basic Histology programme.

Designed for beginners in the medical and health sciences, this hybrid programme introduces participants to pathology laboratory techniques, tissue processing and basic histology, while building confidence in recognising normal and cancerous tissues.

Programme highlights:
🧬 Tissue handling and pathology laboratory workflows
🔬 Immunohistochemistry, molecular testing and next-generation sequencing
🖥️ Hands-on virtual microscopy to recognise normal tissues and selected common cancers

Ideal for laboratory and medical technologists, researchers, postgraduate students, and basic science educators looking to strengthen their understanding of tissue-based research.

Choose the learning pathway that best suits your needs:
📌 Asynchronous Course – Self-paced online learning
📌 Full Course – Includes asynchronous learning, a live online histology session, and two days of in-person hands-on laboratory training

📅 Registration is now open.

Learn more and register: https://champ.ly/qEKxzF5e

📬 For enquiries: [email protected]

Final Call - NUS Health. AI Leadership Executive (HALE) Masterclass 2026.

The future of healthcare belongs to leaders who can turn AI into real-world clinical and organisational impact.

Join the NUS HALE Masterclass and learn from leading clinicians, AI experts, and innovators who are driving AI transformation across healthcare. Through immersive discussions, practical implementation strategies, and real-world case studies, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to lead AI adoption within your own organisation.

⏳ Registration is closing soon, and only limited places remain. If you've been considering HALE, this is your final opportunity to be part of the 2026 cohort.

🔗 Learn more and register now: bit.ly/HALEMasterclass2026

🧠 What if you could learn how to learn more effectively?

Learning is a lifelong skill, yet many of us are never taught how the brain processes, stores and retains information. Understanding the science behind learning can help improve memory, strengthen knowledge retention, and enhance the way we teach and learn.

The Learning How to Learn: Understanding Memory, Plasticity, and Brain Health course explores the neuroscience of learning and memory, equipping participants with evidence-based strategies to optimise cognitive performance and apply these insights in education, healthcare and everyday life.

✨ Why attend?

✓ Understand how the brain learns, remembers and adapts.
✓ Apply practical, neuroscience-based strategies to improve learning and memory.
✓ Discover how sleep, stress and lifestyle influence cognitive performance.

📅 31 October 2026 | 9.00am – 5.00pm
⏳ Applications close on 16 October 2026

🔗 Learn more and register: https://champ.ly/V6g37VYa

🧠 How do you design mental health interventions that create meaningful, lasting impact?

Improving mental health outcomes requires more than good intentions. It requires evidence-based intervention design, multidisciplinary collaboration, and robust evaluation to ensure programmes are effective, scalable, and sustainable.

The Design and Evaluation of Interventions to Improve Mental Health course equips healthcare professionals and health services researchers with practical approaches to designing, implementing and evaluating mental health interventions across mental health services, primary care, and population health settings.

✨ Why attend?

✓ Develop practical skills to design, implement and evaluate evidence-based mental health interventions.

✓ Learn how to develop effective, scalable and sustainable mental health programmes.

✓ Strengthen your ability to respond to the growing demand for evidence-based mental health support across healthcare settings.

📅 28–29 July 2026 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
⏳ Registration closes on 20 July 2026

🔗 Learn more and register: https://champ.ly/2Ij5vzYN

🔬 Pathology plays a vital role in advancing medical research and improving patient care.

A strong understanding of pathology laboratory techniques and histology is essential for researchers and laboratory professionals working with tissue-based research, diagnostics and translational science.

Whether you're looking to build foundational knowledge or strengthen your practical skills, the Pathology Lab Techniques and Basic Histology programme offers flexible learning pathways to suit your needs.

👉 Swipe through to explore what you'll learn, who the course is designed for, and the available registration options.

Learn more and register: https://champ.ly/Wcrzpzil

🤖 How can Artificial Intelligence and Design Thinking work together to solve real-world healthcare challenges?

Healthcare innovation is not just about adopting new technologies. It is about understanding unmet needs, identifying meaningful opportunities for improvement, and developing solutions that can create lasting impact.

As AI continues to transform the healthcare landscape, professionals are increasingly expected to understand both the technological and human dimensions of innovation.

This 2-day workshop explores how Design Thinking and AI can be applied to address healthcare challenges through expert sharing, healthcare use case discussions, and interactive group activities. Participants will also gain insights into the broader considerations involved in developing and implementing AI-enabled healthcare solutions.

Whether you are exploring AI for the first time or looking to better understand its role in healthcare innovation, this workshop offers a valuable introduction to one of the fastest evolving areas in healthcare today.

⏳ Registration closes on 2 July 2026

🔗 Learn more and register: https://champ.ly/wr6im-pj