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Lee Pheng Lip Ian v Singapore Medical Council [2025] SGHC 129
In Lee Pheng Lip Ian v Singapore Medical Council, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Professions — Medical profession and practice.
Singapore Medical Council v Ling Chia Tien [2024] SGHC 283
The court held that a 19-month suspension imposed by the disciplinary tribunal was not manifestly inadequate, and that the SMC's primary case for an 81-month suspension (reduced to 36 months) was overstated.
Amit Patel v Singapore Dental Council [2024] SGHC 188
A supervisor of a conditionally registered dentist has a duty to ensure the supervisee is supervised at all times while at work, and this duty is not absolute but requires taking adequate steps to verify supervision.
Ho Tze Woon v Singapore Medical Council [2023] SGHC 254
A medical practitioner commits an offence under s 53(1)(e) of the MRA if they fail to provide professional services of the quality reasonably expected of them, which is an objective standard. The Wong Meng Hang sentencing framework is not automatically applicable to all s 53(1)(e
Singapore Medical Council v Wee Teong Boo [2023] SGHC 180
The court held that a medical practitioner who repeatedly prescribes controlled substances without clinical basis and perpetuates patient dependency demonstrates high culpability, warranting a striking-off order despite the absence of profit motive.
Hennedige Oliver v Singapore Dental Council [2006] SGHC 218
In Hennedige Oliver v Singapore Dental Council [2006] SGHC 218, the High Court overturned a disciplinary finding of guilt, ruling that the prosecution failed to meet the burden of proof beyond a reasonable doubt, despite the appellant's unreliable evidence and poor record-keeping.
Singapore Medical Council v Shorvon Simon [2005] SGHC 93
The court held that disciplinary proceedings are a hybrid category of cases and costs should be assessed based on all relevant circumstances rather than a rigid per-trial day basis.
Tang Kin Hwa v Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners Board [2005] SGHC 153
The court affirmed the Board's decision to suspend the appellant's registration for two years, finding that the appellant had forged a signature on a certificate of employment and provided inaccurate particulars in his registration application, which constituted improper conduct
Ling Uk Choon and Another v Public Accountants Board [2004] SGHC 127
The High Court allowed the appeal in Ling Uk Choon v Public Accountants Board, ruling that improper conduct alone is insufficient for disciplinary sanctions. The Board must also prove the conduct brings the profession into disrepute, a distinct requirement that was not met in this case.
Tay Kim Chuan Patrick v Public Accountants Board [2002] SGHC 9
An auditor's duty is to exercise reasonable care and skill, which is an exacting standard that must be assessed in light of modern conditions, professional codes, and surrounding circumstances, avoiding the benefit of hindsight.
Ong Kian Peng Julian v Singapore Medical Council and other matters [2022] SGHC 302
The Court of Appeal dismissed the appeals of Dr. Ong and Dr. Chan, increasing their suspension periods to two years and 18 months respectively. The Court found the original disciplinary sentences manifestly inadequate, emphasizing the need for deterrence in cases of professional misconduct.
Teo Lay Gek and another v Hoang Trong Binh and others [2019] SGHC 84
In Teo Lay Gek and another v Hoang Trong Binh and others, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Professions — Valuer.
Fong Chee Keong v Professional Engineers Board, Singapore [2016] SGHC 54
In Fong Chee Keong v Professional Engineers Board, Singapore, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Professions — Engineers.
Singapore Medical Council v Mohd Syamsul Alam bin Ismail [2019] SGHC 58
The Court of Appeal increased the respondent's suspension from three months to two years and six months, while affirming a $40,000 fine. This case clarifies the sentencing framework for medical professionals, emphasizing that fines supplement, rather than replace, suspension for errant doctors.
Singapore Medical Council v Wong Him Choon [2016] SGHC 145
In Singapore Medical Council v Wong Him Choon, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Professions — Medical profession and practice.
Uwe Klima v Singapore Medical Council [2015] SGHC 97
In Uwe Klima v Singapore Medical Council [2015] SGHC 97, the High Court overturned a professional misconduct conviction, ruling that a disciplinary body cannot convict on grounds that deviate from the specific particulars of the charge, citing a fundamental lack of nexus.
Jayanti Nadarajoo v Bronwyn Helen Matthews and another [2015] SGHC 222
In Jayanti Nadarajoo v Bronwyn Helen Matthews and another, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Companies — Shares, Professions — Valuer.
Ang Pek San Lawrence v Singapore Medical Council [2014] SGHC 241
The High Court allowed the appeal in Ang Pek San Lawrence v Singapore Medical Council [2014] SGHC 241, setting aside the conviction and orders regarding the Fourth Charge. The court ruled that the Disciplinary Committee's findings were contrary to evidence due to incomplete witness testimony assessm
Lee Kim Kwong v Singapore Medical Council [2014] SGHC 151
In Lee Kim Kwong v Singapore Medical Council, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Professions — Medical profession and practice.
Pang Ah San v Singapore Medical Council [2013] SGHC 266
In Pang Ah San v Singapore Medical Council, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of PROFESSIONS — Medical profession and practice.
Lim Mey Lee Susan v Singapore Medical Council [2013] SGHC 122
In Lim Mey Lee Susan v Singapore Medical Council, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Professions — Medical profession and practice.
Cheng Shi Ying Cherissa v Khoo Chong Kiat and another [2025] SGHC 53
In Cheng Shi Ying Cherissa v Khoo Chong Kiat and another, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Professions — Medical profession and practice, Tort — Negligence.
Dr Ang Yong Guan v Singapore Medical Council [2025] SGHC 17
In Dr Ang Yong Guan v Singapore Medical Council, the High Court of the Republic of Singapore addressed issues of Professions — Medical profession and practice.
Low Chai Ling v Singapore Medical Council [2012] SGHC 191
The High Court allowed Low Chai Ling's appeal against the Singapore Medical Council, setting aside five professional misconduct charges. The court ruled that ethical guidelines cannot be applied retrospectively to aesthetic medicine practices performed during a period of regulatory uncertainty.