MOH FAQs on disclosure of patient medical records to insurers
On 9 January 2026, the Ministry of Health (MOH) issued Circular No. 02/2026, which provided clinics with guidance on the disclosure of patient medical records to insurers. SMA then submitted feedback to MOH on 4 February 2026, seeking clarification on the circular.
MOH later issued on 5 June 2026 a list of responses to frequently asked questions (FAQs), to provide clarification in the areas of patient consent, disclosure requirements, National Electronic Health Record access, etc.
The FAQ may be viewed in full at: https://bit.ly/4wuIDKK.
MOH circular on platelet-rich plasma and autologous protein solution services
On 13 July 2026, MOH issued Circular No. 56/2026, proposing modifications to the licence conditions on licensees providing or intending to provide restricted services, relating to platelet-rich plasma and autologous protein solution.
The circular may be viewed in full at: https://bit.ly/4btjVC9.
SMA partners SCS AI skills pathway launch
The Singapore Computer Society (SCS) has launched the Skills Pathway for Artificial Intelligence (AI), a new initiative to help professionals build AI capabilities relevant to their fields. SMA is proud to be one of the programme's partnering professional bodies, alongside the Institution of Engineers, Singapore and the Singapore Logistics Association.
The pathway offers two tracks: an AI Bilingual pathway for practitioners who wish to develop AI literacy, applied AI skills and governance awareness, and an AI Technical Specialist pathway for those pursuing in-demand technical AI roles.
SMA President Dr Daniel Lee Hsien Chieh noted that AI technology has enormous potential to improve healthcare, but successful adoption depends on clinicians understanding how to apply these technologies responsibly, ethically and in ways that strengthen patient care. Through this collaboration, SMA can help guide the development of AI capabilities so that it reflects both technological advances and the professional standards expected of medical practitioners.
Members interested in building their AI skills can find out more at: https://skillspathway.scs.org.sg/ai.
Skills Pathway for AI – group photo at launch event
