Meet the medical team
The specialists dedicated to keeping our athletes fit, healthy, and ready to play.
Medical Director
Dr. Puah Ken Lee
Dr Puah Ken Lee serves as Medical Director of the Basketball Association of Singapore (BAS) First Aid and Life Support Centre. A Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with subspecialty expertise in sports injuries of the shoulder, elbow, and knee, he is dedicated to advancing safe, high-performance sport for athletes of all levels.
Dr Puah is the Founder and Medical Director of 360 Orthopaedics and was previously a Consultant with the Sports Service at Singapore General Hospital. He currently serves as Chair of the Chapter of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Academy of Medicine Singapore and Chair of the Singapore Shoulder & Elbow Society — National leadership appointments that reflect his standing within Singapore’s orthopaedic community.
Beyond clinical care, Dr Puah is actively involved in training the next generation of doctors and advancing emergency medical preparedness in sport. He leads structured paramedic and pitch-side medical training programmes for BAS, ensuring rapid, evidence-based response to injuries during training and competition.
As BAS Medical Director, Dr Puah oversees a multidisciplinary medical team committed to delivering high standards of athlete-centred care. His approach combines elite-level sports medicine expertise with a strong emphasis on safety, education, and long-term athlete development — giving players and parents confidence in the medical support behind Singapore basketball.
Chief Nurse
Ms. Chua Yuan Lin, Jolin
Jolin is a dedicated registered nurse who graduated in 2022 and currently practices in the Emergency Department at Ng Teng Fong General Hospital.
With her valuable experience in emergency medicine, she has developed a keen interest in sports safety. Collaborating with the BAS medical team, Jolin works to establish clinical protocols that ensure patients receive timely pitch-side treatment prior to their transportation to the hospital.
In addition to her clinical duties, Jolin graciously volunteers her time to provide medical coverage at international-level competitions.
She is also a nurse educator committed to advancing the skills of the First Responders at BAS through continuing medical education , evaluating their clinical competencies and reviewing their case records, thereby ensuring that the medical team is fully prepared to deliver high-quality medical care to the athletes.
Physiotherapist
Ms. Alice Sng
Ms. Alice Sng, a highly skilled physiotherapist with over 15 years of experience, specializes in sports-related injuries. After honing her expertise at Singapore General Hospital and the Singapore Sports Medicine Centre, she pursued her Masters in Sports Physiotherapy at Queensland University.
Now running The Physio & Sports Care Centre, Ms. Sng provides comprehensive care for various conditions, with a focus on sports injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, and preventive physiotherapy workouts. She also aids geriatric patients in improving daily functional activities.
Ms. Sng, an avid athlete herself, participates in marathons and vertical runs, providing first hand insight into athlete injuries. As chief physiotherapist for the National Basketball team since 2019, she brings this experience to BAS, aiding in athlete recovery and conducting sessions and workshops.
Working closely with BAS medical personnel, Ms. Sng ensures athletes receive optimal care for efficient recovery.
Critical Care Paramedic
Mr. Kong Guoquan Jerry
Mr Jerry Kong is a highly regarded critical care paramedic, possessing extensive expertise in pre-hospital emergency care. His commitment to enhancing community well-being is evident through his volunteer work as a medical trainer, where he conducts first aid courses for coaches and referees, empowering them to provide essential care to athletes.
Within his role at BAS, Jerry works in close partnership with Dr. Puah to ensure the effective oversight of medical staff and to facilitate comprehensive medical planning for BAS events. This collaboration is instrumental in delivering superior medical support for athletes.
Additionally, Jerry takes on the important responsibility of overseeing the administrative components of life support and first aid courses, ensuring that all practices align with SRFAC guidelines.
