A transformative vision
NKF commemorates 55 years of unwavering dedication to kidney health and patient care. Since its founding in 1969 by Professor Khoo Oon Teik, NKF has transformed dialysis care and impacted over 13,000 lives along with their families. Your steadfast commitment has been the cornerstone of NKF’s mission, touching the lives of countless dialysis patients with compassion and hope. Together, not only have we provided life-saving dialysis care, but also built a community dedicated to advocating kidney health and well-being. Looking ahead, NKF’s “Future Forward 2030” strategy embodies a two-engine approach, designed to address the escalating challenges posed by chronic kidney disease (CKD) head-on.
“For over 55 years, NKF has transformed dialysis care in Singapore. Beyond dialysis treatment, NKF is now delivering holistic care for its patients, including kidney disease prevention, emotional and psychosocial support for patients and their caregivers, and programmes to help patients re-integrate into society and lead fulfilling lives.”
Mr Ong Ye Kung, Minister for Health, guest of honour at NKF’s 55th anniversary event
Engine 1, focuses on evolving care delivery models to meet patient needs, from in-centre haemodialysis to home care peritoneal dialysis to conservative care. Through our Renal Rehabilitation Programme, we strive to not only improve treatment outcomes but also enhance the quality of life for our patients, enabling them to lead fulfilling and purposeful lives. This empowers patients with the tools and support necessary to effectively manage their condition.
Engine 2, the medium- to longer-term strategy, emphasises robust upstream education and prevention efforts to raise awareness about kidney health and making kidney screenings available through our CKD Intervention Programme, aligned with the national Healthier SG strategy. Early detection and intervention are key to safeguarding the well-being of Singaporeans. The impact of CKD also propels us to advance
NKF’s milestone event themed “Journeying as One” on 25 April 2024 is a testament to our enduring commitment to providing compassionate care, driving innovation, and fostering a community of support and empowerment for kidney patients and their families.
“It felt like yesterday when my doctor told me I had kidney failure. I felt completely lost and hopeless. And then my doctor told me that all hope is not lost. I can still choose how I want to live my life with kidney failure. I managed to go for a home visit to one of the PD (peritoneal dialysis) support group members’ homes. After the visit, I gained a lot of confidence because I could see how he lives normally. I never thought I could still do the things I love, like travelling overseas and hiking, and I’m so thankful that I still can.”
Kenneth Ng, 44, started peritoneal dialysis in 2023, benefitting from NKF’s pre-dialysis programme that empowers patients to make an informed decision on their treatment option
“I have been on dialysis for 44 years now. Looking back, it was quite amazing that I have come so far. Being gainfully employed and achieving success in my career give me joy and satisfaction. It’s what keeps me going, and along with great family support; they give my life real purpose. Dialysis has become a routine part of my life. It does not define who I am. I define myself.”
Richard Tay, 63, has been on dialysis for 44 years and is the longest surviving dialysis patient in Singapore and probably in the world
