Embedded Geriatric Care for Nursing Homes in Singapore

Specialist geriatrician support that prevents avoidable hospitalisations

Alami Clinic partners with nursing homes, assisted living centres, and residential care facilities across Singapore to deliver geriatrician-led medical care directly within your facility. Our embedded care model reduces avoidable hospitalisations, improves resident outcomes, and provides your team with specialist support — all at a transparent, predictable cost.

Led by Dr Nur Farhan Alami — SAB-accredited geriatrician with 19+ years of experience across Raffles Hospital, Changi General Hospital, Mount Elizabeth, and Gleneagles. Learn more about our team →

The Challenge Nursing Homes Face

Managing the medical needs of elderly residents is increasingly complex. Many facilities face these recurring pain points:

Constant Doctor Turnover

High GP turnover disrupts continuity of care. Residents see a new face every few months, leading to repeated assessments and inconsistent treatment plans.

Hidden Costs & Surprise Charges

Unpredictable billing from external specialists and emergency transfers makes budgeting nearly impossible for facility administrators.

Expensive Hospital Transfers

Avoidable A&E visits and hospitalisations cost facilities thousands per resident. Many of these transfers could be prevented with proactive on-site specialist care.

Siloed Medical Support

GPs, specialists, and nursing staff operate in disconnected silos with poor communication, leading to medication errors and care gaps.

Episodic Specialist Consults

Visiting specialists see residents briefly every few months. They lack the context of daily changes and cannot respond to emerging issues in real time.

No Measurable Outcomes

Most facilities lack systems to track clinical outcomes, hospitalisation rates, or care quality metrics — making it impossible to demonstrate value to families.

Our Partnership Models

We offer flexible partnership models tailored to your facility's existing medical setup and needs.

For Nursing Homes With Existing GPs

On-Site Geriatrician Rounds

Regular specialist visits to review complex residents, adjust care plans, and support your existing GP team.

Clinical Guidance & Protocols

Evidence-based protocols for falls prevention, polypharmacy management, and end-of-life care aligned to MOH standards.

Staff Training & Upskilling

Ongoing education for nursing staff on geriatric syndromes, medication management, and early warning signs.

For Facilities Needing Full Medical Coverage

Dedicated GP + Geriatrician Team

A consistent medical team that knows every resident, providing both primary care and specialist geriatric oversight.

Integrated Care Coordination

Seamless coordination between doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and allied health — all under one clinical governance framework.

Outcome Tracking & Reporting

Monthly dashboards tracking hospitalisation rates, falls incidents, medication reviews, and quality of care indicators.

Why Nursing Homes Choose Alami Clinic

Accredited Geriatrician-Led

Our care model is led by SAB-accredited geriatricians — not locum GPs.

Proven Track Record

Currently partnering with nursing homes across Singapore with measurable outcomes.

Transparent, Predictable Pricing

Fixed monthly retainer model — no hidden fees or surprise specialist charges.

Full Clinical Team

Geriatricians, GPs, nurses, pharmacists, physiotherapists, and dieticians — all in one team.

Why Embedded Geriatric Care Works

Traditional Episodic Model

Specialist visits once every 2-3 months
Limited knowledge of individual residents
Reactive approach — problems are addressed after escalation
Disconnected from nursing staff and daily care
Unpredictable billing and hidden specialist fees

Embedded Geriatrician Model

Regular on-site rounds (weekly or fortnightly)
Geriatrician who knows every resident by name
Proactive identification and management of emerging issues
Integrated with nursing team and daily workflows
Transparent, fixed monthly pricing

Key Benefits of Embedded Geriatric Care

Consistent geriatrician who knows every resident by name
Proactive identification and treatment of emerging conditions
Reduced avoidable A&E visits and hospitalisations by up to 40%
Integrated medication review reducing polypharmacy risks
Regular staff training improving overall care quality

"Since partnering with Alami Clinic, we have seen a significant reduction in emergency hospital transfers. Dr Farhan and her team provide consistent, high-quality geriatric care that has made a real difference to our residents' well-being and our operational efficiency."

Abdul Hadi

Director of Nursing, Jamiyah Nursing Home

Service Tiers

Choose the partnership level that fits your facility's needs. All tiers include transparent, fixed monthly pricing.

Geriatric Specialist Backup

For facilities with an established GP who needs specialist geriatric support.

Monthly geriatrician rounds
Complex case reviews
Clinical protocol development
Staff training sessions (quarterly)
Phone/email consultation support

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Integrated GP + Geriatrician

Our most popular model — a complete medical team embedded in your facility.

Dedicated GP visits (weekly)
Geriatrician rounds (fortnightly)
Full medication management
Care plan development & reviews
Monthly outcome dashboards
Priority hospital liaison
Staff training (monthly)

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GP Foundation with Geriatric Support

For facilities starting out or needing foundational primary care with geriatric access.

Dedicated GP visits (fortnightly)
Geriatrician on-call support
Basic medication reviews
Quarterly care plan reviews
Staff orientation sessions

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a geriatrician?

A geriatrician is a medical doctor with specialist training in the care of older adults. Unlike a general practitioner, a geriatrician has completed additional years of advanced training focused on managing complex, multi-system conditions common in elderly patients — including dementia, frailty, falls, polypharmacy, and end-of-life care. In Singapore, geriatricians must be accredited by the Specialist Accreditation Board (SAB).

What does embedded geriatric care mean?

Embedded geriatric care means having a dedicated geriatrician integrated into your facility's care team on a regular, ongoing basis — rather than relying on episodic specialist visits. The geriatrician becomes familiar with every resident, participates in care planning, trains your nursing staff, and proactively manages emerging medical issues before they escalate to hospital transfers.

How can a geriatrician reduce hospital transfers from our facility?

A geriatrician reduces hospital transfers through proactive management: early identification of deteriorating conditions, evidence-based protocols for common geriatric emergencies (falls, infections, delirium), optimised medication management to prevent adverse drug events, and advance care planning. Facilities with embedded geriatric care typically see a 30-40% reduction in avoidable hospitalisations.

Do we still need a geriatrician if we already have a GP?

Yes. While GPs provide essential primary care, geriatricians bring specialist expertise in managing the complex, multi-morbid conditions common in nursing home residents. Our partnership models are designed to complement your existing GP — not replace them. The geriatrician handles complex cases, provides clinical protocols, and upskills your care team, while the GP manages day-to-day primary care needs.

What areas in Singapore do you serve?

We provide embedded geriatric care services island-wide across Singapore. Our team can support nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and residential care homes in any location. Contact us to discuss your facility's specific needs and location.

What are Dr Farhan's qualifications?

Dr Nur Farhan Alami holds MBBS (Singapore) and MRCP (UK) qualifications and is accredited as a Specialist in Geriatric Medicine by the Specialist Accreditation Board (SAB), Singapore. She has 19+ years of clinical experience across Raffles Hospital, Changi General Hospital, Mount Elizabeth, and Gleneagles. She is also a Clinical Faculty member at NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine and an accredited Severe Disability Assessor and LPA Certificate Issuer.

Partner With Us

Tell us about your facility and we will get in touch to discuss how our geriatric care model can support your residents.

Ready to improve geriatric care at your facility?

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