What is the National Neuroscience Institute (NNI) and what is its role?

The National Neuroscience Institute (NNI) is the national center for referrals in neurosciences. It acts as a specialized hub for patients with neurological conditions.

When was the NNI established and how?

The NNI was established in 1999 by transferring the Departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery from Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH).

What are the three main pillars of NNI's mission and goals?

The NNI's mission and goals are based on three pillars: patient care, research, and education.

What departments were initially transferred to the NNI in 1999?

The Departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery were transferred from Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH).

What department was added later to the NNI?

A new department of Neuroradiology was later added to provide specialized diagnostic imaging and interventional services for neurological diseases.

National Neuroscience Institute

Q: What was the NNI's initial location and function?

Initially, the NNI occupied a portion of the new Tan Tock Seng building and functioned as the neuroscience division of TTSH.

Q: How does the NNI support its clinical services and research?

The NNI is supported by dedicated bench research laboratories, as well as administrative and education resources.

11 Jln Tan Tock Seng, Level 1, Singapore 308433

The National Neuroscience Institute (NNI) is the national center for referrals in neurosciences. It was the last of the three national centers to be established under the government’s blueprint for enhanced specialist healthcare. As the national and international center of excellence in the neurosciences; our mission and goals rest upon our tripod of strengths – patient care, research, and education. In 1999, NNI was established through the transfers of the Departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery from Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) and formed the foundation of clinical service and officially began operations on 1 June 1999. At the time, we occupied part of the new Tan Tock Seng building and functioned as the neuroscience division of TTSH. A new department of Neuroradiology was later initiated to provide the specialized diagnostic imaging and interventional services for neurological diseases. These were supported by dedicated bench research laboratories, as well as administrative and education resources. In 2001, the NNI integrated the TTSH campus clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery services and research resources with the Department of Clinical Neurosciences at Singapore General Hospital.

About

Specialisation

Doctors