Dying at home Honouring patients' wishes a compassionate initiative
The Straits Times|November 12, 2024
As a family member of a recently deceased patient, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Ng Teng Fong General Hospital for the incredible work on the IAmGoingHome project headed by Dr Tan Chee Keat and her team.
Chiam Tat Peng

This compassionate initiative is making a profound difference in the lives of patients facing the end of life by honouring their wish to spend their final days at home.

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