» The 22nd World Congress of Chinese Medicine was successfully held in Sydney, Australia
From 30 October to 1 November 2025, the 22nd World Congress of Chinese Medicine, a globally significant event for the TCM community, was successfully held in Sydney, Australia.
An 11-member delegation from the SCPA, led by President Dr. Goh Kia Seng, attended the event. The delegation comprised Deputy President Prof. Teo Eng Kiat, Vice President Chu I Ta, Secretary-General Teo Chun Yong, Deputy Secretary-General Ho Ming Gen, Council Member Huang Chun Xiang, along with members Shao Yung-Hsin, Er Chong Tian, Zhou Yan, Chen Yeh-Tung, and Executive Secretary Tin Pit Inn.
During the Opening Ceremony, a plaque presentation ceremony for the “International Cooperation Center for Clinical Research of Traditional Chinese Medicine” was held, where the Chairman of WFCMS, Prof. Ma Jianzhong, presented the plaque to Dr. Goh Kia Seng, President of the Singapore Chinese Physicians’ Association.
At the conference, President Dr.Goh Kia Seng delivered a keynote speech titled “TCM Pediatrics Stepping Towards the World,” sharing the direction and practical achievements of TCM pediatrics in its international development.
During the conference, the 4th Meeting of the 5th Council Board, Standing Council Board, and Supervisory Board of the World Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies (WFCMS) were also convened concurrently. The discussions covered topics such as the internationalization of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), mechanisms for inter-association cooperation, and preparatory matters for the next congress.
During the council voting session, the Singapore Chinese Physicians’ Association was awarded the hosting rights for the 23rd World Congress of Chinese Medicine in 2026, signifying that Singapore will assume a more prominent role on the global stage of traditional Chinese medicine.
» The 15th China Quanzhou–Southeast Asia TCM Academic Symposium Successfully Concluded
The 15th China Quanzhou–Southeast Asia Traditional Chinese Medicine Academic Symposium was successfully held from October 18 to 19, 2025, at the Fliport Shiji Hotel in Jinjiang, Fujian Province. The symposium convened Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) experts and scholars from China and Southeast Asian countries for in-depth exchanges on the inheritance, innovation, and clinical applications of TCM.
On October 18, Professor Teo, Deputy President of the Singapore Chinese Physicians’ Association (SCPA), led a delegation of 46 association members to participate in the event, further promoting academic exchange and cooperation in traditional Chinese medicine between China and Southeast Asia.
During the conference, Professor Teo delivered a keynote speech titled “Clinical Experience of Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome Differentiation and Treatment in Hepatocellular Carcinoma”, sharing valuable clinical experience and research findings on TCM approaches to the prevention and treatment of liver cancer. His presentation was widely recognized and highly appreciated by participants.
Attending Directors:
Kuo Tung Ho (Vice President, SCPA),
Chen Beiqi (Vice President, SCPA),
Chang Soy Lee (Treasurer, SCPA),
Teo Yew Hwa (Director, Chinese Acupuncture Research Institution),
Wong Lee Ling (Deputy Director, Chinese Acupuncture Research Institution),
Chia Khee Seng (Deputy Director, Chinese Medical and Drugs Research Institute),
Huang Chun Xiang (Deputy Head, Internal Inspection),
Chong Kwee Kong (Head, Welfare),
Ong Bock Swee (Executive Council Member)
Attending Members:
Tan Hwee Nguan, Li Yuelin, Teo Chye Fong, Woo Yin Leng, Tjong Kiun Jin, Goh Chui Luan, Peh Shi Yun Charlene, Huang Liyun, Liew Sze Min, Chia Voon Kiah Wendy, Lim Ing, Lee Jia Wei, Ng Yee Teck, Chin Kwet Hiong, Heng Joo Thiang, Seah Chwee Geok, Ho Wah Song, Loh Ai Gueh, Lee Kin Meng, Ng Lay Cheoh, Thng Li Kiang, Lau Wai Fun, Chang Lee Sien, Chia Lee Choo, Chia Shwn Chin, Mao Hanbing, Cheak Miau Leng, Tan Puay Hoon, Tan Ho Pheng, Soo Swee Lin, Wong Toh Chai, Ning Ya Juan, Wong Han Kee, Cheng Sim Kim, Zhang Jing, Tin Pit Inn
» The 2025 WFAS International Acupuncture Academic Conference Successfully Concluded
The 2025 WFAS International Acupuncture Academic Conference was successfully held in Stockholm, Sweden, from September 18 to 22, under the theme “Acupuncture Medicine and Human Health.”
From September 22 to 25, the “Belt and Road Acupuncture Tour – Denmark Stop” was successfully held in Denmark.
The Singapore Chinese Physicians’ Association was represented by Vice President Mr. Kuo Tung Ho, Vice President Ms. Chen Beiqi, and Director Mr. Teo Yew Hwa.
» 14th ASEAN Congress of Traditional Chinese Medicine
On April 26, 2025, President Goh Kia Seng led a delegation of 40 members to the Wyndham Acmar Klang Hotel to attend the 14th ASEAN Traditional Chinese Medicine Academic Conference.
The Opening Ceremony of the 14th ASEAN Traditional Chinese Medicine Academic Conference.
At this conference, Professor Teo Eng Kiat, Deputy President, delivered a report entitled “Strategies of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Prevention and Treatment of Tumors”, providing an in-depth explanation of TCM approaches, clinical experience, and commonly used medicines in tumor prevention and treatment.
The conference was attended by approximately 400 participants. 
The Association’s attending council members (from right to left) were Physician Teo Yew Hwa, Physician Chia Khee Seng, and Dr. Chung Siong Ling. » Lectures on the Treatise on Febrile Diseases Already Conducted
January 5, 2025 – TCM Physician Xu Wenjing delivered a lecture on “A Brief Discussion on Guizhi Fuling Wan”.
January 5, 2025 – TCM Physicians Yee Choon Ho and Tjong Kiun Jin delivered a lecture on “Differentiation and Application of Xiaochaihu Tang and Chaihu Guizhi Tang”.
March 2, 2025 – TCM Physicians Liu Yoke Mooi and Chong Teok Mui delivered a lecture on “Differentiation and Application of Didang Wan and Daxianxiong Wan”.
April 6, 2025 – TCM Physicians Kasagawa Yao and Loke Poon Hoi delivered a lecture on “Differentiation and Application of Shizao Tang and Muli Zexie Tang”.
April 6, 2025 – TCM Physician Guo Yinghong delivered a lecture on “A Brief Analysis of Danggui Sini Tang”.
May 4, 2025 – TCM Physician Ho Wah Song delivered a lecture on “Differentiation and Application of Xiaoqinglong Tang and Zhenwu Tang”.
May 4, 2025 – TCM Physician Heng Hang Kim delivered a lecture on “A Brief Discussion on Zhigancao Tang in the Treatise on Febrile Diseases”.
June 1, 2025 – TCM Physicians Mao Hanbing and Lee Jia Wei delivered a lecture on “Differentiation and Application of Zhigancao Tang and Guizhi Qu Shaoyao Jia Shuchi Longgu Muli Jiuni Tang”.
June 1, 2025 – TCM Physician Ang Lay Beng delivered a lecture on “A Brief Analysis of Dachaihu Tang”.
July 6, 2025 – TCM Physician Loke Poon Hoi delivered a lecture on “Differentiation and Application of Lizhong Tang and Zhuye Shigao Tang”.
July 6, 2025 – TCM Physician Chew Wai Khuen delivered a lecture on “Baihu Tang (Discussion on the Application of Classical Formulas in Modern Clinical Practice)”.
August 3, 2025 – TCM Physician Jin Zhu Ying delivered a lecture on “An Analysis of Zhuye Shigao Tang”.
August 3, 2025 – TCM Physicians Lau Wai Fun and Lim Guek Kiang delivered a lecture on “The Differences and Applications between Guizhi Gancao Tang and Guizhi Gancao Longgu Muli Tang”.
October 5, 2025 – TCM Physician Goh Tong Hwee delivered a lecture on “The Differences and Applications between Mahuang Xixin Fuzi Tang and Sini Tang”.
October 5, 2025 – TCM Physician Chow Kau delivered a lecture on “An Analysis of Emetics – The Application of Guadi San”.
November 2, 2025 – TCM Physician Hong Siew Kiat delivered a lecture on “A Preliminary Analysis of Jiutong Wan”.
November 2, 2025 – TCM Physician Thng Li Kiang delivered a lecture on “Differentiation and Application of Mahuang Lianqiao Chixiaodou Tang and Xiaochaihu Tang”.
» Acupuncture Lectures Already Conducted
January 12, 2025 – TCM Physician Zhou Cai Xia delivered a lecture on “Dong’s Special Acupoint Techniques”.
March 9, 2025 – TCM Physician Chew Heng Seng delivered a lecture on “Acupuncture Treatment for Insomnia”.
May 4, 2025 – TCM Physician Lam Khee Yong delivered a lecture on “Diagnostic and Therapeutic Principles of the Five Shu Points”.
July 13, 2025 – TCM Physician Deng Qian delivered a lecture on “TCM Treatment for Facial Paralysis”.
October 5, 2025 – Dr. Li Ming Shu delivered a lecture on “TCM Diagnosis and Treatment of Gout and Hyperuricemia”.
October 26, 2025 – TCM Physician Brandon Yew delivered a lecture on “A Brief Discussion on the Clinical Application Experience of Five Movements and Six Qi in Acupuncture”.
