Adj Associate Professor Sue-Anne Toh
Senior Consultant, Endocrinology
Novi Health Founder, Chief Executive Officer & Medical Director
MA, MBBChir (University of Cambridge, UK), ABIM (Int Med, Endocrinology)
Dr Sue-Anne Toh is a Senior Consultant Endocrinologist with nearly 20 years of experience in internal medicine, diabetes, and metabolic health. Trained in Cambridge and the University of Pennsylvania, she specializes in diabetes, lipid disorders, and cardiovascular risk management. Dr Toh is also a clinician-scientist and educator with a strong focus on holistic, patient-centered care.
View full bioQualifications
- MA, MBBChir (University of Cambridge, UK)
- American Board of Internal Medicine (Board Certified in Internal Medicine)
- American Board of Internal Medicine (Board Certified in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism)
- Master of Science in Translational Research (University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, USA)
Awards
- Public Service (PS21) Gold Award
- National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Excellence Champion Medal
- Singapore’s National Medical Research Council Clinician Scientist Award
- American Heart Association Awards
Notable projects
- Leads the world’s largest comprehensive scientific study on progression of diabetes in Asian populations
- Workgroup member for the development of the Singapore Ministry of Health’s Clinical Practice Guidelines on Lipids
- Founding Director, Singapore Population Health Improvement Centre
- Member of the National Telehealth Implementation Workgroup and the Diabetes, Hypertension, Hyperlipidaemia (DHL), and Obesity Working Group under the Screening Test Review Committee
I believe effective care begins with a true partnership. It's about taking the time to listen and understand your unique lifestyle, health concerns and priorities, so we can work together to create a health plan that empowers you to live your life to the fullest.
- Dr Sue-Anne Toh
Full Biography
A Collaborative Approach to Health Management
Dr. Sue-Anne Toh is dedicated to empowering individuals through a collaborative approach to health.
Globally-Informed Medical Expertise, Research & Health System Contributions
With over two decades of clinical experience in internal medicine, diabetes, and metabolism, Dr. Toh brings globally-informed expertise to her patients at NOVI Health. She earned her medical degree from the University of Cambridge, UK, and completed her specialist training in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology at the University of Pennsylvania, USA. Her post-graduate training included serving at teaching hospitals such as Addenbrooke’s Hospital (Cambridge University) and Harvard University-affiliated Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Massachusetts General Hospital. She served as an Attending Physician Endocrinologist, and Instructor of Medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania before returning to Singapore’s National University Hospital.
Dr. Toh's commitment to improving patient care is supported by her contributions to medical science, research and national healthcare policy:
Shaping National Guidelines:
She was a member of the Ministry of Health's workgroup that developed Singapore’s official Clinical Practice Guidelines for Lipid Management, which influences national care for cholesterol management and cardiovascular risk reduction. She was also a member of the National Telehealth Implementation Workgroup and the Diabetes, Hypertension, Hyperlipidaemia (DHL), and Obesity Working Group under the Screening Test Review Committee.
Leading Research Initiatives:
As Principal Investigator for scientific studies like the APT-2D (Assessing Progression to Type 2 Diabetes) study, she focuses on understanding how diabetes develops, particularly in Asian populations. She was also the founding Director of the Singapore Population Health Improvement Centre. This research contributes to developing approaches to healthy longevity in communities.
International Advisory Role:
Her input is sought by international pharmaceutical and biotech firms, where she serves on advisory boards to help guide the development of health solutions.
A Dedication to Mentorship & Ongoing Professional Development
As Adjunct Associate Professor at Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, NUS, Dr. Toh is a mentor to medical students, doctors, and research scientists, and is a frequently invited speaker at conferences. Her commitment to continuing education helps her remain current with medical knowledge and practices, which supports her patients' care at NOVI. Her role in shaping the future of medicine and engagement with leading research allow her to provide informed perspectives on pressing public health issues, as frequently featured in national media.
