Useful information

Titles approved for use

Doctors in the 'Register of Specialists' may use titles like Specialist - [Specialty] or their approved title from Annex A.

Doctors on restricted scope of practice

Doctors on restricted scope of practice must clearly state their limitations and avoid misrepresenting their specialty to comply with Section 65 of the MRA.

Fact sheet for doctors residing overseas

This document is for doctors who are residing overseas, and provides information on CME, PC, name removal/restoration from/to SMC registers, personal particulars updates, and SMC election exemptions.

Reduced Practice for fully registered doctors

Doctors in Reduced Practice have lower CME requirements and limited prescribing rights. They must apply online and can resume full practice after meeting CME criteria within 24 months.

Removal of name from SMC’s register(s)

Doctors who fail to renew their Practising Certificate (PC) for over 2 years and cannot be contacted will be removed from SMC’s register. Doctors may also request removal if no proceedings are pending.

Restoration of name to SMC’s register(s)

Doctors removed from SMC’s Register must apply for restoration with a fee before practicing in Singapore.