The Ministry of Health (MOH) has issued warnings to more than 20 doctors and dentists found to be practising without valid registration or with expired certificates between 2023 and 2025.

• Findings: Investigations revealed that the breaches were largely administrative, involving practitioners who continued to work after their practising certificates had expired.
• Patient Safety: MOH confirmed that no patients were harmed in the cases investigated during this period.
• Regulatory Action: A circular was issued on 6 February 2026 to healthcare licensees, mandating stricter due diligence and verification processes for all medical and dental staff.

This summary is based on a news article issued by The Straits Times.