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Free TCM Consultation at Chung Hwa (Zhong Hua)

Singapore's largest TCM organisation offers free medical consultations to everyone, with medication costs around S$8 per visit.

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Archive · 24 Feb 2009

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KEY POINTS

●Chung Hwa Medical Institution is the largest TCM organisation in Singapore and offers free consultations to the general public regardless of background.
●The typical out-of-pocket cost per visit is around S$8 for medication, after a S$3 registration fee is credited towards treatment.
●Five clinics are located across Singapore: Toa Payoh (main office), Yishun, Woodlands, Bukit Panjang, and Joo Chiat.
●All clinics except Joo Chiat operate the same hours (8.30am–12pm, 1pm–4.30pm, 6.30pm–9pm) and are closed on Sundays and public holidays.
●First-time visitors should bring an ID card and arrive early; morning queue numbers can be obtained for afternoon and evening sessions.

IN SIMPLE TERMS

Chung Hwa is Singapore's biggest Traditional Chinese Medicine provider. They give free doctor consultations to anyone, and you only pay about S$8 for medicine when you visit. There are five clinics across Singapore in different neighbourhoods.

WHY IT MATTERS

Accessible TCM care at minimal cost removes financial barriers for Singaporeans seeking traditional medicine.

Five clinic locations across different neighbourhoods ensure convenient access across Singapore.

Free consultations open to all regardless of race, nationality, or religion promote inclusive healthcare.

Extended evening hours and multiple sessions allow working people and others with time constraints to access care.

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IN THIS ARTICLE

Chung Hwa Clinics

The Full Story

Chung Hwa (Zhong Hua) Medical Institution is the largest TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) organisation in Singapore.

It offers free TCM medical consultation to the general public regardless of race, nationality and religion.

While medical treatment is free-of-charge, a token registration fee of S$3 will be collected.

It will used to offset part of your medication costs, which are about S$8.

So on a normal visit, expect to pay S$8 only.

Chung Hwa Clinics

The following are details of the 4 Zhong Hua clinics located in Singapore:

Addresses, Contact Numbers and Operating Hours

Singapore Chung Hwa Medical Institution – Toa Payoh Main Office
Address: 640 Lorong 4 Toa Payoh Singapore 319522
Tel: 6251-3304
Operating Hours (Closed on Sun & P.H.): 8.30am-12pm; 1pm-4.30pm; 6.30pm-9pm

Yishun Branch
Address: Blk 215 Yishun Street 21 #01-301 Singapore 760215
Tel: 6756-7830
Operating Hours (Closed on Sun & P.H.): 8.30am-12pm; 1pm-4.30pm; 6.30pm-9pm

Woodlands Branch
Address: Blk 679 Woodlands Avenue 6 #01-710 Singapore 730679
Tel: 6366-3246
Operating Hours (Closed on Sun & P.H.): 8.30am-12pm; 1pm-4.30pm; 6.30pm-9pm

Bukit Panjang Branch
Address: Blk 123 Pending Road, #01-42 Singapore 670123
Tel: 6766-7576
Operating Hours (Closed on Sun & P.H.): 8.30am-12pm; 1pm-4.30pm; 6.30pm-9pm

Joo Chiat Branch
Address: 291 Joo Chiat Road, JK Centre #02-01 Singapore 427543
Tel: 6444-8727
Operating Hours: 8.30am-12pm; 1pm-4.30pm; 6.30pm-8.30pm [Mon – Thurs only]

Tips for First-Timers to Chung Hwa Clinics

Bring along your identification card for registration
Registration starts 30 minutes before opening
Cut down your waiting time by getting a queue number for afternoon and evening sessions in the morning

For more info, visit Zhonghuayiyuan.

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