Yee-Sin Leo

Singaporean infectious disease expert

Yee-Sin Leo is a prominent Singaporean infectious disease specialist known for her significant contributions to the field of infectious diseases, particularly in the management and control of epidemics and pandemics. She is the Executive Director of the National Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCID) in Singapore.

Early life and education

Yee-Sin Leo was born and raised in Singapore. She pursued her medical education at the National University of Singapore (NUS), where she developed a keen interest in infectious diseases. After completing her undergraduate studies, she furthered her training in internal medicine and infectious diseases, eventually becoming a leading expert in the field.

Career

Yee-Sin Leo at SG50 Infectious Diseases event

Yee-Sin Leo began her career at the Tan Tock Seng Hospital, where she worked in the Department of Infectious Diseases. Her expertise and leadership skills led to her appointment as the head of the department. Under her guidance, the department became a key player in managing infectious disease outbreaks in Singapore.

In 2019, she was appointed as the Executive Director of the National Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCID), a role in which she has been instrumental in coordinating Singapore's response to infectious disease threats, including the COVID-19 pandemic.

Contributions to infectious disease management

Yee-Sin Leo has been at the forefront of managing several major infectious disease outbreaks in Singapore, including the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) outbreak in 2003, the H1N1 influenza pandemic in 2009, and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Her work has been pivotal in shaping Singapore's public health policies and response strategies.

She has also been involved in numerous research projects aimed at understanding the epidemiology and transmission dynamics of infectious diseases. Her research has contributed to the development of effective treatment protocols and preventive measures.

Awards and recognition

Yee-Sin Leo's contributions to the field of infectious diseases have been widely recognized. She has received several awards for her work, including national honors for her role in managing public health crises. Her leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic has been particularly lauded, both locally and internationally.

Related pages

• National Centre for Infectious Diseases
• Tan Tock Seng Hospital
• COVID-19 pandemic in Singapore
• Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome