Desmond is the Head of Exercise Performance. His work focuses on shaping a new frontier in cancer survivorship, one that straddles beyond Allied Health’s formal clinical rehabilitation towards confidence, independent exercising in the community. He drives initiatives that empower survivors and caregivers to reclaim strength, independence, and identity through exercise. He also supports the development of a growing network of SCS community cancer wellness centres.

With over three decades of working experience in diverse sectors, Desmond previously led multidisciplinary teams at The National Kidney Foundation (NKF), advancing dialysis-based exercise platforms and presenting internationally on renal care. He later expanded his impact in the eldercare sector at the Silver Generation Office. He holds a Degree in Sports & Exercise Science and a Master’s in Guidance and Counselling, alongside multiple certifications in clinical exercise, mental health and social services. Previously, he received the AIC Innovation Award for developing a dialysis exercise framework that advanced care delivery and served on the advisory committee of Exercise is Medicine Singapore (EIMS).

Today, Desmond continues walking the talk and championing sports participation as a cornerstone of resilience and lifelong well-being.