It is a commitment Rajpal Singh Baldev Singh first observed in his mentor Datuk Dr Balakrishnan Ratnam, an orthopaedic surgeon who received training at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI). The honour recognises nursing leaders who have contributed significantly to the advancement of the profession and to the improvement of patient care. Rajpal’s siblings and wife also serve in the healthcare profession in different capacities. His achievements include greenfield hospital commissioning, international accreditation, nursing workforce development, patient experience innovation and digital healthcare transformation. It allows fellows to join an extensive professional network across the world and access numerous research and networking event opportunities.

Source: The Star December 28, 2025 11:55 UTC