By Asia Samachar | Indonesia |
Malaysian-born nurse leader Rajpal Singh has received one of the world’s highest honours in nursing — the Fellowship of the Faculty of Nursing and Midwife at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI).
“I’m told I could be the first person from Malaysia or Indonesia to be conferred this fellowship,” he told Asia Samachar in a text message after the ceremony in Dublin on Dec 8.
A milestone—and a moment of history.
Rajpal’s journey into healthcare stretches across three generations of family service. His grandfather, Lecheman Singh Gill, was among Malaysia’s earliest radiographers. His mother, Jesbir Kaur, served as a clinic nurse and continues to inspire his approach to patient care. Many uncles, aunties and cousins also serve in medical and nursing professions, while his siblings and spouse have all continued the tradition in their own roles.
His father, Baldev Singh Gill, now retired, served in the government’s Mining Department in Ipoh, adding yet another layer of public service to the family’s story.
Today, the 39-year-old Rajpal leads nursing transformation as the Corporate Head of Nursing at Mayapada Healthcare Group in Jakarta, where he oversees nursing operations across seven hospitals. His portfolio includes patient safety, accreditation, digital innovation, international standards and large-scale workforce development. Prior to this, he held leadership roles with IHH Healthcare, Pantai Hospitals, Penang Adventist Hospital and Hospital Fatimah.
A PhD candidate, Rajpal continues to champion the growth of nursing across borders, contributing to regional collaboration and raising standards of care.
The RCSI, founded in 1784, is one of the world’s most respected medical institutions. Its Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, established in 1974, has grown into a global leader in advancing nursing scholarship, professional excellence and clinical innovation.
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