Fees

Kindly contact us if you do not receive a payment link within 3 working days from your online registration date.

Payment Methods

Withdrawal & Refund / Replacement Policies for Participants

For replacements, please notify the organizer in writing 4 weeks prior to the conference by sending an email to trauma@ttsh.com.sg.

For any withdrawals, we regret that no refund will be made once payment is received.

The organizer reserves the right to cancel the conference should unforeseen circumstances necessitate it.

Abstract Submission

Submission deadline has been extended 31st January 2020.

Delegates are invited to submit abstracts for presentation and inclusion in the conference proceedings. Submitted abstracts must not have been published before 1st April 2020.

A committee will review the abstracts and decide if they are to be Oral or Poster Presentations.

Prizes shall be awarded to the following categories:-

• Best Poster (College of Anaesthesiologists)
• Best Free Paper and Best Poster (Chapter of General Surgeons)
• Best Free Paper and Best Poster (Chapter of Orthopaedic Surgeons)

Abstract Format Guidelines

• Abstracts must be written in English.
• The title must contain no more than 30 words.
• For author’s names, abbreviate the first name(s) of each author with the first letter, followed by the author’s last (family) name, which should be CAPITALIZED. Please refrain from including titles or degrees. For example, Dr. John Teo will be written as J. Teo.
• Presenting author’s name must be underlined.
• Include the name of the department, university, town and country of all the authors, in this order. If the authors are from different departments/universities/companies, link each author with a superscript and the corresponding affiliation.
• Please adopt the following 4-section format for the abstract: objective(s), design and method(s), results, and conclusion(s).
• The body of the abstract must not exceed 300 words (excluding title, authors and institution).
• All abbreviations must be defined on first use in the text.
• Use generic drug names.
• References, tables and figures should NOT be included.
• Funding support of the research should be indicated if appropriate. Sponsorships must be given.
• The content of the abstract is solely the responsibility of the author(s), and must be of an original scientific research.
• Emailed files must be in Word 97-2003 format (i.e. a .doc extension).

Please send your abstract to trauma@ttsh.com.sg

Getting around

By Public Transportation (MRT and Buses)

The Mass Rapid Transit, or MRT, is one of the cost-efficient and reliable ways to travel around Singapore, with stations located all across the island. The train stations are split into 4 lines - red, green, purple and yellow lines. The MRT is operational every day from 5.30am to about midnight, depending on the line. Please click here for the MRT Network Map.

In addition to MRT, there is an extensive Bus network which provides a wider coverage across the island. This will enable you to travel to places that are less accessible. You can check the bus routes for SBS Transit Buses and for SMRT Buses online respectively.

To travel on the MRT/Bus, an ez-link card is recommended. The card is used to pay for the cost of the trip, by tapping when entering and exiting the Bus/MRT. Please remember to tap out upon exiting the Bus as the maximum charge will be deducted.

Ez-link cards are sold at Translink Ticket Offices found at various MRT stations, 7-Eleven stores and SingPost Outlets. The price for each card is SGD$5, with any additional cost being added to the card as stored value. If the value in the card runs out, the ez-link cards can be topped up at the locations where they are sold.An alternative choice would be to pay per trip using a Standard Ticket (MRT) or by paying in coins (Bus). However, this payment method will cost more, with a minimum cost of $1.10 up to a maximum of $2.20 per trip.

By Taxi

The more convenient way of travelling around, taxis is available all across Singapore. It is possible to hail down a cab along the road, but the best way is to wait at any of the many taxi stands around the Singapore. However, during peak hours from 7-9am and 5-8pm, it will be difficult to find taxis. Taxis are operational 24 hours a day, but there is an additional percentage surcharge during peak hours and midnight.

For more detailed information, please refer to Land Transport Authority’s website.If you are travelling in a group, are carrying bulky items or are unable to get a taxi, it is possible to call for a taxi.

Listed below are the numbers for the various taxi companies in Singapore:

• Comfort Transportation Pte Ltd / CityCab Pte Ltd – 65521111
• Premier Taxis Pte Ltd – 6476 8880
• Maxi Cab – 65353534
• SMRT Taxis - 65558888

Practical Information on Singapore

Currency

The official currency used in Singapore is the Singapore Dollar (SGD). Most major credit cards are accepted in hotels and shops. However, only SGD will be accepted at Singapore Trauma Registration Counter, if you require to make payment on the event day.

Time

Time zone in Singapore: GMT + 8

Passport and Visa

All travellers to Singapore will require the following to be considered for entry into Singapore:

• A passport with at least 6 months validity
• Valid Singapore visa, if applicable (refer to the Visa Requirements page for more information)
• Sufficient funds to last for the intended period of stay in Singapore
• Confirmed onward/return tickets (where applicable)
• Entry facilities to their onward destinations, e.g. visas.
• Completed Disembarkation/Embarkation Card Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate, if applicable

For more information regarding Passport and Visa requirements, please refer to Singapore Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) Website.

Electricity

The standard voltage in Singapore is 220V/240V, 50 Hz. Please note that the socket used is the British BS1363 three-pronged square pin type socket.

Language

In Singapore, there are four official languages: English, Chinese, Malay and Tamil. However, English is the universal language understood by most for communication, administration and trade. Most of the people in Singapore are able to speak English and it is the common language used on street signs, notice boards, shop etc. Due to the mix of races and languages, locals often converse in a modified version of English termed Singlish, a local slang which consists of a mix of all the languages used locally.

Climate and Clothing

Singapore is a hot and humid country, with only rain (ranging from a light drizzle to a thunderstorm) and sunshine throughout the year. Being at the equator, the average temperature rises to 31 degree Celsius in the day and drops to about 24 degree Celsius in the evening. As such, it is recommended to wear loose light clothing, like shorts and slippers, and bring an umbrella along. However, various places like buses, trains and shopping malls in Singapore have air-conditioning and provide a chance to cool off during the day.

Emergency

Dial 995 for ambulance, rescue services and the fire department (Singapore Civil Defence Force).
Dial 999 for the Police (Singapore Police Force).

Foods to Try

• Mushroom Minced Meat Noodles (Bak Chor Mee)
• Pork Rib Soup (Bak Kut Teh)
• BBQ Sambal Stingray
• Stir-Fried Flat Rice Noodles (Char Kway Teow)
• Chicken/Duck Rice
• Chilli/Black Pepper Crab
• Dim Sum
• Durians
• Fried Carrot Cake
• Fish Head Curry
• Fried Hokkien Prawn Mee
• Ice Kachang
• Katong Laksa
• Kaya Toast & Soft Boiled Eggs
• Oyster Omelette (Orh Lua)
• Popiah
• Rojak
• Roti Prata
• Satay
• Soybean Pudding (Dou Hua)
• Wonton Noodles
• Chinese Restaurant Dishes (Tze Char)

Places of Interest

Shopping Malls:

• Orchard Road
• Marina Bay Sands
• Vivo City
• Raffles City
• Suntec City

Museums:

• National Museum of Singapore
• Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM)
• Singapore Art Museum
• Peranakan Museum
• Baba House

Tourist Attractions:

• Singapore Zoo
• Jurong Bird Park
• River Safari Singapore
• Night Safari
• KranjiFarms
• Universal Studios Singapore
• Sentosa

Nature and Parks:

• Singapore Botanic Gardens
• Pulau Ubin
• Macritche Reservoir
• Southern Ridges
• Gardens by the Bay
• East Coast Park

Culture and Heritage:

• Little India
• China Town
• Esplanade - Theatres on The Bay
• Singapore Science Centre

The official hotel for STACC 2020 is Conrad Centennial Singapore, just a stone's throw from the conference venue.

Exclusive Rate for Delegates:

Deluxe Room King / Twin - SGD300++ per room per night (Subject to availability. Taxes apply)

Check benefits offered by the hotel and terms & conditions here. Call +65 6432 7192 and quote "GTTSE" or click here to book now.

Other hotels can be found via hotels.com or booking.com.