Wednesday, November 22, 2006

In Loving Memory...Dr Toh Wai Keong

We had had a very sad weekend as we learnt the news of our beloved GP, Dr Toh Wai Keong's passing on Friday. We were shocked when we learnt the news from the shop owners at our area, especially when Gavin had just saw him on Thursday morning for his flu vaccine. Dr Toh was very nice and comforted Gavin so that he was relaxed enough for the jab. I was getting ready to get my own vaccine done on the coming Monday, but now no more.

Dr Toh was more than a doctor to the residents of Anchorvale. He was like a friend to many and was concerned about everyone that came to see him. So many were sadden by the sudden passing, unable to accept this shocking news. (http://www.todayonline.com/articles/155943.asp; http://sg.news.yahoo.com/061122/5/singapore242852.html)

Gavin was also very comfortable with him although he started seeing Dr Toh only this year. Whenever we need to bring him to see Dr Toh, he will say he is going to visit "Uncle Doctor" to take sweet. (even though he doesn't eat sweets). Also when Gavin misbehave in the clinic, Dr Toh did not even get angry. Dr Toh also made the effort to ask after everyone in the family whenever someone went to see him. He also made calls when we were sick to ask after us. Where can you find another doctor that was so dedicated, friendly and with no "air"???

His hearse passed by Anchorvale yesterday before proceeding to the Mandai Crematorium and we went to sent him off on his last journey. Many were sobbing uncontrollably when his hearse was sighted. This morning I asked Gavin, "Do you missed Uncle Doctor?" He nodded his head and lean into me, somehow sensing the meaning behind my question.

Dr Toh....you shall be greatly missed by the residents of Anchorvale neighbourhood.

Goodbye....Dr Toh...

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