Why Medik Awas?

A person known to be hypersensitive to a drug, such as penicilin or tetanus antitoxin, must be so identified, as administration of the offending drug can lead to a violent, if not fatal reaction. Similarly, a patient suffering from a chronic disease, like bleeding tendency or diabetes, should carry a warning message. In the event of an accident or complication of the disease, immediate recognition of his condition can save his life. Patients on long-term course of drugs, e.g. steriods or anticoagulants, are identified in the same manner, as the therapy itself may give rise to hazardous side-effects.

All these patients and others with different hidden problems should enrol with Medik Awas and carry an identification card as a protection in an emergency. If a patient is unable to tell his medical history after an accident or sudden illness, the card may just save his life.

Medik Awas Form

In order to ensure accurate certification, only a medical or dental practitioner can enrol a patient in the Medik Awas scheme. A patient is therefore advised to see his doctor for registration.

A Medik Awas form is available with one's doctor. Doctors, you may download the Medik Awas form here.

Patients, please mail the completed and signed Medik Awas form, with S$15/- and a passport-sized photo to:

Medik Awas Department
Singapore Medical Association
Tiong Bahru P.O. Box 643
Singapore 911602

For further enquiries, please contact Liena at Tel: 6223 1264 or drop us an email at medik@sma.org.sg

After Enrolment

The patient will receive the Medik Awas card within 4-6 weeks through postal mail. One is advised to carry this card at all times and show it to a doctor or dentist during all visits.