Protect your medical practice with specialist insurance for doctors across Singapore. Lockton provides medical malpractice, professional indemnity, and regulatory support.

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Medical Malpractice Insurance By Lockton Healthcare

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Our Coverage

Lockton’s coverage is based on a policy wording benchmarked to provide the best protection available. This includes:
Broad-based malpractice cover

Protection that starts as soon as a patient voices any complaint

Protection levels that match the largest malpractice claims Singapore has ever seen

Protection for your entire practice team

Protection up to the maximum SMC fine threshold

Protection that continues after you cease practice, at no extra cost

Protection that gives you access to the best advice

Claims Advocacy

The acid test for any Medical Malpractice Insurance policy is its claims response. The Lockton Healthcare team has managed some of Singapore’s largest and most complex malpractice claims, working with the best law firms and medical experts in the field. We will never pass you off to a separate claims handler; the team that advised you on your policy will be the same team supporting you through the claims process.

Our claims advocacy approach is also discussed in our Insights.

Quick Quote

For an estimate of the annual premium for your Lockton Medical Malpractice Insurance policy, please provide the following details:


Our Healthcare Practice Team

The Lockton Healthcare team has been managing Medical Malpractice Insurance policies in Singapore for over twenty years. We are brokers to IHH Healthcare, Mount Alvernia Hospital, Thomson Medical Centre, and many others. Our long track record supports our commitment to you – when the time comes to call on our help, we will be there.

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Michael Griffiths

Regional Healthcare Lead – Asia
Michael.Griffiths@lockton.com
+6597361972

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Rebecca Cady

EVP, National Healthcare Practice Leader - Risk Solutions
becky.cady@lockton.com
+1 816 381 3106

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Ian Maybury

National Manager, Health and Community Services

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William Barber

Global Healthcare Market Solutions
William.Barber@lockton.com
+44 207 933 2664

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Doctors FAQs

What is medical malpractice insurance for doctors, and why is it essential?

Medical malpractice insurance for doctors is a critical safeguard for healthcare professionals worldwide. It provides protection against claims of negligence, misdiagnosis, or treatment errors that may arise during patient care. This coverage includes legal defence costs, settlements, and damages, ensuring that doctors can continue practicing without the risk of severe financial disruption. In today’s complex healthcare environment, malpractice claims can be unpredictable and costly. By securing comprehensive malpractice insurance, doctors protect both their professional reputation and their ability to deliver safe, effective care to patients.

Professional indemnity insurance for consultants is essential because it covers claims arising from incorrect advice, administrative errors, or breaches of duty. Consultants often provide guidance that influences patient care or organisational decisions, and even minor errors can lead to significant consequences. Professional indemnity insurance ensures that consultants are financially protected against non-clinical risks that could impact their practice. This type of coverage is globally relevant, as healthcare consultants play a vital role in shaping policies, procedures, and patient outcomes across diverse healthcare systems.

Private practice risk management is a proactive approach to identifying vulnerabilities and reducing exposure to malpractice claims. It includes strategies such as staff training, compliance audits, and patient safety initiatives. By implementing effective risk management, private practices can lower the likelihood of costly incidents, negotiate better insurance premiums, and build stronger patient trust. For doctors, this means greater resilience in a competitive healthcare market and the ability to deliver care with confidence.

Lockton offers comprehensive healthcare regulatory support to help doctors and dentists navigate complex compliance requirements. This includes assistance with disciplinary matters, representation in investigations, and guidance on meeting international healthcare standards. Regulatory support is critical in today’s environment, where healthcare providers face increasing scrutiny from governing bodies. By partnering with Lockton, professionals gain expert advice that helps them avoid penalties, maintain compliance, and protect their reputation.

While general liability insurance covers risks such as property damage or employee injury, medical malpractice insurance for doctors focuses specifically on patient care errors. This distinction is important because malpractice claims often involve complex legal proceedings and significant compensation demands. Malpractice insurance ensures that doctors are protected against these specialized risks, while general liability insurance provides broader operational coverage. Together, they form a comprehensive risk management strategy for healthcare professionals.

By minimising incidents and demonstrating strong governance, private practice risk management helps healthcare providers negotiate better insurance terms and reduce overall operational expenses. Effective risk management also improves patient safety, which reduces the likelihood of costly claims. For doctors and dentists, this means greater financial stability and the ability to reinvest savings into improving patient care.

With expert guidance, healthcare regulatory support ensures that providers meet international standards, avoid penalties, and maintain patient trust. Regulatory support helps healthcare professionals stay ahead of evolving requirements, reducing the risk of non-compliance. By partnering with Lockton, doctors and dentists gain access to resources that strengthen their practice and protect their reputation in a competitive global healthcare market.