Medtronic Singapore partners with Society of Colorectal Surgeons to strengthen surgical training

SINGAPORE, [May 25, 2026] - Medtronic plc, a global leader in healthcare technology, announced that Medtronic Singapore and the Society of Colorectal Surgeons, Singapore (SCRS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support ongoing education and professional development for colorectal surgeons in Singapore.

The collaboration will focus on structured training programs, workshops and knowledge-sharing initiatives to support surgeons at different stages of their careers, as colorectal surgery continues to evolve. With advances such as minimally invasive and technology-assisted procedures, the partnership aims to help surgeons keep pace with new techniques through accessible learning opportunities aligned with daily clinical practice.

The collaboration is also expected to foster closer engagement between clinicians and industry partners, including dialogue on emerging clinical evidence, the safe and responsible adoption of new tools and techniques, and the sharing of best practices across Singapore's colorectal surgical community.

Darren Lim, Senior Country Director, Singapore, Malaysia and Brunei, provided the following statement on the partnership:

"At Medtronic, advancing patient care goes beyond technology, it requires continuous learning and strong partnerships. As colorectal surgery evolves, we are committed to working closely with SCRS to create meaningful learning platforms that empower surgeons to adopt new techniques safely and effectively, improving the standard of care for patients in Singapore."

Dr. Tan Wah Siew, President of Society of Colorectal Surgeons, Singapore , commented:

"Collaboration is the essence of life. This partnership with Medtronic aims not only to advance the education and training of colorectal surgeons in Singapore and in the Southeast Asia region, but also to foster collaborations and exchange of expertise. This resonates with our society's commitment to continuous learning and innovation, ultimately leading to improved quality of care for our patients."

The partnership establishes a platform for joint training and knowledge-sharing initiatives to support the continued development of colorectal surgical practice in Singapore.

From left to right: Sharon Lew (Senior Business Manager, Medtronic), Darren Lim (Senior Country Director, Singapore, Malaysia & Brunei, Medtronic), Dr. Tan Wah Siew, (President of Society of Colorectal Surgeons, Singapore), Loong Tse Han, (Secretary, Society of Colorectal Surgeons, Singapore)