About Us
Our mission, history, and governance
About the Foundation
Founded in Singapore in 1997 by the late Mr. Teddy Chien, Chien Foundation was established with the vision of advancing interventional cardiology training, expertise, and standards of practice throughout the Asia Pacific region. Dr. Richard Ng, together with other philanthropic and medical leaders, served as founding trustees and helped guide the Foundation in fulfilling its mission.
The Visionaries
The late Mr. Teddy Chien
Founder
Mr. Chien was a longstanding advocate for the advancement of interventional cardiology across the Asia Pacific region. Driven by a deep commitment to education, clinical excellence, and global collaboration, he established the Foundation in 1997 to support the development of future leaders in interventional cardiology.
Dr. Richard Ng
Co-founder
Dr Ng was the Co-founder with Mr Teddy Chien of the Chien Foundation in 1997 and actively involved as Chief Executive since then for almost 30 years, particularly in identifying and establishing key international training centres for its fellowship and training programmes.
Mr. David Chien
Founding Trustee
Mr Chien has been closely involved with Chien Foundation since its inception, serving alongside his father, the late Mr. Teddy Chien, the Founder of the Foundation. From the early years, he played an active role in supporting the Foundation's mission to advance interventional cardiology across the Asia Pacific region through education, training, and international collaboration.
Current Board of Trustees
Mr. David Chien
Founding Trustee
Dr. Alan Yeung
Trustee
Prof. Harry Suryapranata
Trustee
Prof. Philip Wong
Trustee
Prof. Tan Huay Cheem
Trustee
Governance
The Chien Foundation is governed by a Board of Trustees, who provide strategic oversight, stewardship, and guidance to ensure that the Foundation remains faithful to its mission and values. The Board is responsible for setting the overall direction of the Foundation, overseeing its programmes and financial stewardship, and ensuring that all activities are carried out with integrity, transparency, and accountability. Trustees bring with them diverse expertise in medicine, education, leadership, and regional collaboration, which collectively shape the Foundation’s work across the Asia Pacific region. The Foundation operates independently and is committed to the responsible use of its resources in advancing education, training, and mentorship in interventional cardiology. Day-to-day coordination and administration are supported by the Secretariat, working closely with the Board to implement approved initiatives and programmes. The Foundation has been solely funded by the late Mr. Teddy Chien, and with his passing, Mr. David Chien. The funds are applied solely towards the Foundation’s objects and are not distributable to any member (including the founder) of the Foundation. No member of the Foundation hold any beneficial interest in funds or receive remuneration.