The event then moved on to the opening speech by Minister Ong Ye Kung. In his speech, he emphasised the importance of primary care in our healthcare system, especially with the growing demands of an ageing population. The redeveloped SHP-Pasir Ris marks a major milestone in the primary care system and reflects the commitment to invest in and grow our primary care capabilities and capacity in Singapore.


Senior Minister (SM) Teo Chee Hean then took the stage. In his speech, he reflected on the polyclinic’s remarkable journey over the past 22 years since its opening at the former site. SM Teo, who officially opened the old SHP-Pasir Ris back in 2002, opined on the importance of continually renewing facilities through advancements and strong partnerships with the wider community, so that residents may enjoy coordinated and enhanced healthcare services in line with their evolving care needs.

Following his address, our VIPs officiated the opening of the redeveloped SHP-Pasir Ris. The ceremony featured a dazzling sand-pouring ceremony to reveal the words “SingHealth Polyclinics – Pasir Ris”. The glittering words not only created a dazzling spectacle with uplifting music and loud applause, but also reflected the shared commitment to health and wellness as SHP-Pasir Ris strives to become the urban health oasis for Pasir Ris residents.

​Our VIPs officiating the launch of the redeveloped SHP-Pasir Ris

​A group photo to commemorate this significant event

As a testament and commitment to expand our network with nearby community partners, we also had the honour of welcoming seniors from the Methodist Welfare Services Active Ageing Centre - Golden Lily@Pasir Ris to the event. Their ukelele and song performance of the classic medley of “You are my Sunshine” and “小白船” radiated happiness and warmth to those who were present, and delivered a powerful message about the importance of healthy ageing.

​Our talented seniors shining brightly with every note and chord!	​Dr Derek Tse (right), DCEO, SHP presenting the token of appreciation to our seniors from Methodist Welfare Services Active Ageing Centre - Golden Lily@Pasir Ris
​​Loud cheers and applause for the wonderful performance put up by our seniors	​ Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean extending heartfelt gratitude to our seniors for lighting up the stage

Dr Koh Kim Hwee, Clinic Director, SHP-Pasir Ris was up next, where he shared that the Pasir Ris community can look forward to a range of preventive care services designed to support their well-being. “From breast, cervical, and colorectal screenings to cardiovascular assessments, vaccinations, fall risk evaluations, and smoking cessation programmes, the redeveloped Pasir Ris Polyclinic is well-equipped to meet the preventive care needs of our residents,” he said.

Our VIPs and guests were then invited to tour the new clinic and services, where they had the opportunity to engage and thank our staff for their support, and interact with the residents on the clinic’s first day of operations.

​Our physiotherapy colleagues giving an introduction of our services and facilities

​Minister Ong interacting with residents at the new polyclinic

As our VIPs passed by level 1M, they were introduced to a hand-painted wall mural in the clinic. This masterpiece, created by visual artist, Mr Muhd. Ridhuan from CANVAS, an arts support group for former inmates, features the unique icons of Pasir Ris, such as its lush mangroves, Downtown East, the beloved fishing pond and the majestic spotted wood owls of Pasir Ris Park. The beautiful mural was completed with the help of nearly 20 people, including volunteers from PAssionArts, SHP Helping Hands volunteers, and staff from SHP-Pasir Ris and our HQ Office. By bringing the icons of Pasir Ris Town into the polyclinic, we hope to inspire healing, creativity, and a sense of familiarity and community when residents visit us for their primary care needs.
 
Minister Ong Ye Kung, SM Teo Chee Hean and Mr Cheng Wai Keung were then invited to add the finishing strokes to the wall painting to symbolise the completion of the mural, leaving a lasting testament to this artwork.

​SM Teo Chee Hean (left), Minister Ong Ye Kung (center) and  Mr Cheng Wai Keung (right) adding their finishing strokes to the wall mural

​A group photo with our VIPs to mark this masterpiece

Across the wall mural is a wall showcasing scenic landscapes and abstract paintings by inmates from the Visual Arts Hub, a rehabilitative workshop under the auspices of the Singapore Prison Service. This is part of SHP Healing Arts Programme to harness the power of art into our polyclinics and provide a calming and therapeutic experience for our patients and staff. The paintings are open for adoption, with proceeds supporting programmes under Changi Medical Facility (CMF).

There is also a special artwork, created from the fingerprints of our SHP-Pasir Ris staff, in commemoration of our move to the redeveloped new polyclinic. This artwork signifies our unwavering commitment to our SingHealth Philosophy: Patients At The Heart Of All We Do.”

We invite you to luxuriate in the paintings the next time you visit SHP-Pasir Ris.

​Featuring an array of paintings filled with vivid colour, stories and emotions

​The meaningful artwork is made from thumbprints  from our SHP-Pasir Ris staff

The opening of the redeveloped SHP-Pasir Ris has brought the community buzzing with excitement. We would like to thank the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Health Holdings, our corporate and community partners, our community and Helping Hands volunteers and the entire SHP Family, particularly the Polyclinics Development Department and SHP-Pasir Ris team, colleagues from Allied Health, Clinical Services, Dental, Nursing, Operations and Pharmacy, who have put in a lot of hard work, dedication and countless hours to achieve this significant milestone. The redeveloped SHP-Pasir Ris is poised to make a lasting impact on the residents to attain good health and beyond!