You know what? I actually read it somewhere online. the average pay for healthcare professionals in SG is around S$104,000 annually, with roles like healthcare management & specialist doctors earning significantly more (around S$235,000 annually for specialist doctors). For roles like registered nurses, salaries average around S$72,000 per year. I can assure you this data is the recent one, but i couldn't find the source yet.

For sure would love to hear some personal stories from PWDs about their job search journey!

Praying for the change and the betterment of everyone involved in this healthcare system

I think you’re raising a really important point. I do believe giving fair pay is something that needs to be addressed more urgently to people who working in this healthcare industry

Like you, my family’s experiences played a big role in why I chose healthcare. My father had a chronic illness, and seeing him navigate the healthcare system was eye-opening. It made me realize how crucial patient advocacy and quality care are, and that’s what pushed me toward this field. Personal stories like ours often fuel a deep commitment to helping others

Each country has strengths we could learn from. Switzerland offers patient choice and high-quality care through mandatory insurance, but it comes with high costs. Denmark’s healthcare system is more community-driven, focusing on preventive care and patient-centered services, which I think could be really useful for us. Singapore could look at ways to incorporate a stronger emphasis on prevention to ease pressure on hospitals

There’s the worry that physical clinics might lose business. I feel like both can co-exist, especially for patients who still prefer face-to-face consultations.

Healthcare is one of those sectors where WFH is limited for hands-on roles, but I think there’s potential in areas like telehealth, especially for roles like physiotherapists or dietitians who can offer virtual sessions

I completely understand what you went through. I've faced similar situations where patients were upset and took it out on me. It’s hard, but I try to remember that their anger is usually about the situation, not about us personally. Sometimes, letting them vent while staying calm helps diffuse things.

One improvement could be greater subsidies for low-income patients or even lowering medication prices. It’s not easy, but keeping healthcare affordable should be fine aite