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A hospital-based return-to-work programme in Singapore.

Mei Ling Tan1,2, Elliot Eu1, Benjamin Wei DA Yap3

  • 1Preventive Medicine Residency Programme, National University Health System, Singapore.

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Summary

Return to Work (RTW) programmes significantly improved work ability and health status in Singapore. Holistic, multidisciplinary support is key to successful employee reintegration and sustained participation.

Keywords:
CoordinationHealth performance indicatorsInjuryOccupational fitnessOccupational healthOccupational rehabilitationPerformance

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • Return to Work (RTW) programmes are crucial in addressing workforce shortages.
  • Tertiary hospitals face unique challenges in managing employee rehabilitation and reintegration.
  • Evaluating the effectiveness of RTW programmes is essential for optimizing healthcare resource allocation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a novel RTW programme implemented in a Singapore tertiary hospital.
  • To report on patient outcomes, including work ability and self-perceived health status.
  • To discuss the practicality and effectiveness of the RTW programme model.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective study involving 73 workers over a two-year period.
  • Utilized a Return to Work Coordinator-anchored multidisciplinary model.
  • Assessed work ability and self-perceived overall health status at baseline and discharge.

Main Results:

  • Statistically significant improvements in work ability and self-perceived health status from baseline to discharge.
  • Higher baseline work ability and health status were associated with continued programme participation.
  • The multidisciplinary model effectively supported workers and addressed stakeholder interests.

Conclusions:

  • The RTW programme demonstrated significant positive outcomes for participants.
  • A holistic, multidisciplinary approach anchored by a dedicated coordinator is effective.
  • Increased awareness of RTW benefits can enhance programme participation and success.