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Hand surgery.

R W Pho1, B P Pereira

  • 1Department of Hand and Reconstructive Microsurgery, National University Hospital, Singapore.

Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore
|March 1, 1992
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Summary
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The development of Hand Surgery in Singapore began in the 1950s. Key milestones include the establishment of the Singapore Society of Hand Surgery and specialized hospital departments.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical History
  • Surgical Development
  • Orthopaedic Surgery

Background:

  • The evolution of Hand Surgery in Singapore traces back to the early 1950s.
  • Initial services were provided by the Orthopaedic Surgery Unit at General Hospital Singapore.

Observation:

  • The Singapore Society of Hand Surgery was founded in 1982.
  • A dedicated Department of Hand Surgery was established at Singapore General Hospital in 1985.

Findings:

  • The Hand and Reconstructive Microsurgery Department was officially established at the National University Hospital in 1990.
  • This marks a significant period of specialization and institutional growth in Singaporean hand surgery.

Implications:

  • These developments highlight the progressive formalization and expansion of specialized hand surgery care in Singapore.
  • The establishment of professional societies and dedicated departments signifies a maturing surgical field.