"The Singapore College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (SCTCM), located within the beautiful precinct of Toa Payoh, in Central Singapore, was established as the Singapore Chinese Physician Training School (renamed in 1975) by Singapore Chinese Physicians’ Association in January 1953. In her early days, the founding fathers of the College, who had the vision to promote and develop Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), had to overcome the difficulties of post-war Singapore and the cultural differences among the different races in Singapore. They have succeeded in educating batches of qualified physicians through their dedication and perseverance. They even compiled their own textbooks. Their persistent hard work, drive for academic excellence and selfless dedication have laid a solid foundation for the development of the Singapore College of Traditional Chinese Medicine."