Part 6/11:

Monitoring and Modeling

Singapore's hospitals have invested heavily in monitoring systems. At Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH), a dedicated command center oversees hospital operations—from bed occupancy to patient flow. During the first wave, the system enabled rapid mobilization, allowing expansion of facilities within 24 hours.

Hospital leaders highlight key strategies:

• Ensuring sufficient PPE for staff and patients

• Reducing turnaround times for testing and imaging

• Monitoring patient movements to identify unusual activity or surges

• Maintaining standby facilities and equipment to ramp up capacity within 48 hours if needed