Associate Professor Shefaly Shorey
Associate Professor (with Tenure)
Vice-Dean (Administration)
Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
Director
Yeo Boon Khim Mind Science Centre
Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies (NUS Nursing), Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine,
National University of Singapore
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
National University of Singapore (2011 – 2013)
Associate Professor Shefaly Shorey
Dr Shefaly Shorey is an Associate Professor with tenure at Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, National University of Singapore (NUS), and a leading researcher in family and women’s health. Her work centres on developing and evaluating psychosocial and educational interventions for diverse populations, drawing on both quantitative and qualitative methods.
With over 270 peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals, Dr Shorey is also recognised for her expertise in systematic reviews and qualitative research. She serves in key editorial and professional roles, including her appointment as Editor-in-Chief of Midwifery, a leading international journal, and contributes actively to international networks such as the Southeast and East Asian Nursing Education and Research Network (SEANERN) and the Global Working Group (GWG) on Salutogenesis.
Mental well-being is a shared responsibility that requires research, collaboration and strong community support
In 1984, he entered politics when he stood for, and won, the General Election to become a Member of Parliament. His 27-year political career saw him assume the offices of Deputy Speaker, Minister of State, Senior Minister of State and Cabinet Minister in the ministries of The Environment, Home Affairs and Community Development & Sports. In 2002 he became the Speaker of the Singapore Parliament until his retirement in 2011, at the age of 67.
Mr Abdullah continues to keep himself busy after retirement. Currently, he serves in several non-profit entities and initiatives, including being a Permanent Member of the Presidential Council for Minority Rights and a member of the Mind Science Centre, Board of Advisors. A great believer in active ageing and mental wellness, he takes regular walks, meets friends and interesting people, listens to music and continues to struggle to master the cello – when he has the time.
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Career Highlights
- >270 Number of peer-reviewed publications
- >26 Number of notable awards and distinctions
- President’s Nurse Award (2021): Singapore’s highest accolade for nursing.
- National recognition: Her research is regularly featured in national media, and she serves as an advisor on the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) Parenting Expert Panel.
- Teaching excellence: Recipient of multiple teaching awards, including the NUS Annual Digital Education Award (2022).
- Global research impact: Named in Stanford University’s List of the World’s Top-Cited Scientists (2021–2024) (top 2% most-cited scientists globally).
- International honour: Inducted as a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN) (2024), recognising outstanding contributions to nursing science, research, and practice worldwide.
Highlights
Research Focus
- Maternal, paternal, and newborn health across the perinatal period
- Child and adolescent health
- Healthcare education and training
- Healthcare service delivery
- Development and evaluation of psychosocial and educational interventions
- Applied research methods
- Systematic reviews