Distinguished clinician-scientist Professor Marcus Ong is first Singaporean emergency medicine physician elected to National Academy of Medicine, USA
Professor Marcus Ong has become the first Singaporean emergency medicine physician elected to the U.S. National Academy of Medicine. His work focuses on improving survival rates for out-of-hospital cardiac arrests through innovative prehospital care policies.
Why it matters
This recognition highlights Singapore's growing influence in global medical research and the importance of emergency resuscitation science in public health.
SINGAPORE , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Professor Marcus Ong Eng Hock, Senior Consultant, Department of Emergency Medicine, Singapore General Hospital (SGH), has become the first Emergency Medicine specialist from Singapore to be elected to the United States National Academy of Medicine (NAM). He is the fourth Singaporean to join the Academy.
Election to NAM is widely regarded as one of the highest international recognitions in healthcare. Members are elected by their peers in recognition of significant contributions to medicine, research and healthcare. Prof Ong’s election reflects the contributions of Singapore’s healthcare and research community to advancing healthcare practices and improving patient outcomes globally.
A non-profit, non-governmental organisation, the NAM provides leadership and evidence-based advice on critical issues in health, medicine and science. Up to 90 American and 10 international members are elected each year.
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