About SGLM
The evidence on the benefits of using Lifestyle Medicine as the center of medical care in order to prevent, manage and even reverse chronic conditions has been increasing immensely in the last years all over the world, and the professionals in Singapore are also progressively embracing the benefits of this practice.
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The Singaporean Society of Lifestyle Medicine (SGLM) has been formed by healthcare professionals that have been already applying the principles of lifestyle medicine with their patients and in their own lives, and that would like to help educate other professionals and the population about its benefits, as well as promote a community for clinical discussions, networking and certification in lifestyle medicine.
Our Executive Board
SGLM is governed by a volunteer board of doctors, allied health practitioners, public health professionals, educators and health executives. Together, they work with strategic partners, members, and the population to advance evidenced-based lifestyle medicine as the first treatment option to address chronic disease in Singapore.
Dr. Miina Öhman
President
Dr. Leonard Leng
Vice President
Dr. Sundus Hussain-Morgan
Secretary
Shrimathi Swaminathan
Deputy Secretary
Dr. Eva Yoosuff
Treasurer
Dr. Maleena Suppiah
Strategist
Former Executive Board Members
Our heartfelt thanks to the members whose contributions were instrumental to the board in previous terms.
Dr. Elaine Barretto
Founder & First Executive Director
Dr. Emina Obarcanin
Former Deputy Treasurer
Dr. Arun Jayaraj
Former Deputy Secretary
Dr. Tiffany Yeo-Reddy
Former Deputy Treasurer
Dr. Shariffa Syahidah
Former Treasurer
Dr. Kim Ah-Moye
Former DeputyTreasurer
We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the founding members who, while not part of the executive committee, played a part in registering the society during its early formation, namely: Dr. Charu Narayanan, Dr. Tsin Uin Foong, Dr. Neil Forrest, and medical student Meryl Ong.
Our Board of Advisors
SGLM is very proud to have these experienced professionals advising the organization and guiding its steps in the right direction, as well as helping to establish stronger bonds with other institutions.
Dr. Ng Lee Beng
Dr. Ng Lee Beng is a Senior Consultant with the Department of Family Medicine and Continuing Care at Singapore General Hospital. She has been in active clinical practice in Family Medicine for over 40 years, with a special interest in preventive medicine and health education.
She is actively involved in research and education related to lifestyle management. She is board-certified in Lifestyle Medicine.​
Dr. Chan Tat Hon
Dr. Chan is one of the leading pioneers in lifestyle medicine in Singapore. He brings with him a wealth of experience in designing and delivering lifestyle behaviour interventions in public health, corporate and individual patient settings.​
Simon Matthews
Simon is a psychologist and leadership coach, with a particular interest in supporting leaders in healthcare. He is a Fellow of both the American College and Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine. Simon is Board Certified in Health Coaching and Lifestyle Medicine. He is an Adjunct Lecturer at Avondale University Lifestyle Medicine & Health Research Centre and is Lead Coach and faculty with Wellcoaches School of Coaching (US, Australia, Singapore, China).​​
At SGLM, we believe patients should be empowered to take ownership of their health through sustainable habits!
Our Mission
To advance the understanding, implementation and practice of Lifestyle Medicine through education, research, and collaboration.
Our Vision
A Singapore where Lifestyle Medicine forms the foundation of healthcare and enables healthier lives for all.