Professor Jason Cheah, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Woodlands Health (WH), will step down from his role on 31 January 2026, after more than a decade of service. He will be succeeded by Joe Hau, who will take over as CEO-Designate on 1 January 2026 and officially assume the CEO position on 1 February 2026. Hau will leave his current role as Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Khoo Teck Puat Hospital and Yishun Community Hospital on 31 December 2025.
Professor Cheah will continue his contributions to NHG Health as Deputy Group Chief Executive Officer for Strategy, Planning and Resourcing. Since 2014, he has been pivotal in transforming WH into a fully integrated healthcare facility, including the establishment of the first Women’s Health & Specialist Centre and Children’s Clinic in Northern Singapore. His leadership has been recognised with awards such as the Public Administration Medal (Silver) (Bar) in 2025.
Joe Hau brings over two decades of leadership experience in healthcare management, having previously led institutions like Ren Ci Hospital. His tenure has been marked by significant improvements in patient care and operational efficiency. Hau has also been honoured with the Public Administration Medal (Bronze) in 2022.
Professor Joe Sim, Group CEO of NHG Health, expressed gratitude for Cheah’s leadership and confidence in Hau’s ability to continue WH’s mission. As Hau steps into his new role, he is expected to further strengthen WH’s position as a trusted healthcare partner in Northern Singapore.
