Named after Cynthia Goh (21 November 1949 - 13 February 2022), a pioneering figure in palliative care in Singapore. Born in Hong Kong, Goh moved to London to study at St Bartholomew's Hospital, University of London, graduating in 1974. She became one of the first volunteer doctors caring for terminally ill patients at St Joseph’s Home, Singapore, in 1986 and later led the Hospice Care Group (HCG), which became HCA Hospice Care, Singapore's largest home hospice provider. Goh was Head of the Department of Palliative Medicine at the National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS) and chaired the Asia Pacific Hospice Palliative Care Network.
ABOUT US
The sparrow was chosen as our house animal because it represents resilience, adaptability, and community—qualities that Cynthia Goh embodied in her pioneering work in palliative care. The sparrow's ability to thrive in various environments parallels Goh's dedication to overcoming challenges in providing care for terminally ill patients. The sparrow also symbolizes cooperation and support, reflecting Goh’s role as a mentor and leader in palliative care. This spirit of empathy and perseverance is what we strive to embody in Cynthia Goh House.
LEADERSHIP
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