Old Thong Chai Medical Institution

Old Thong Chai Medical Institution (Tong Chai Yee Say) was built in 1892 with the traditional style of southern Chinese architecture. Thong Chai Medical Institution, was the first Chinese organization where free medical treatment was available to all - thong chai translated means "benevolent to all" - a symbol of the spirit of self-help rendered among the early Chinese settlers here. The name "Thong Chai" was derived from the Chinese word "Tong", meaning "the same" -- same or equal treatment for all; Chai is derived from the word "Ji", meaning "to help or relieve" the people. As a hub for the Chinese community, it was a meeting point and center of activities, also housing the Chinese guilds and the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. Old Thong Chai Medical Institution Building is located at 50 Eu Tong Sen Street, Singapore 059803.

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