A Reason to Smile

Conversation with a CEO: Nuffield Holdings Founder, Chairman and Director Dr Samintharaj Kumar.

A distinguished figure in the fields of dentistry and medicine in Singapore, Dr Samintharaj Kumar has contributed significantly to local healthcare through his multifaceted expertise and dedication to holistic patient care. With a foundational degree in Dentistry and an MBBS from London, his academic and professional journey is one that has been marked by excellence as well as an unwavering commitment to provide the best medical care to his patients.

As the Founder, Chairman and Director of Nuffield Holdings, Dr Kumar has helped to revolutionise healthcare delivery in Singapore through a multi-disciplinary approach encompassing Dentistry, Medicine and Surgical Specialties in the field of ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat), and Wellness.

Nuffield Holdings, under his visionary leadership, offers a comprehensive suite of patient care over a number of different disciplines. For this Prime Interview, Dr Kumar shares with us insights into his extensive training, his career journey, his experiences with Nuffield, as well as his perspectives on health and wellness.

Good morning, Dr Kumar. Thank you for taking time out from your busy schedule to talk to us. Let's get straight to the interview, shall we? Can you share with us the journey that took you into dentistry? What then led you to pursue further medical training?

Dr Samintharaj Kumar: Good morning to you as well! It’s a pleasure to speak with Prime. Now, onto your question. When I was 13 years old, I once happened to observe children with unique and curious head shapes at KK (Kandang Kerbau) Hospital while I was in the hospital lift. This incident fascinated me and sparked a deep interest in pursuing a career where I could help to treat such patients. Craniofacial surgery would become my initial focus in healthcare.