General Surgery

Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS)

A surgical care programme that improves recovery through evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach.

What is ERAS®?

ERAS® stands for Enhanced Recovery After Surgery.

Implemented in Singapore at Tan Tock Seng Hospital in 2016, ERAS is a surgical care programme that improves recovery through an evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach.

ERAS aims to reduce stress on the body from surgery and to maintain reserves. This is done through strategies before, during and after surgery.

ERAS® Goals

ERAS® guidelines are in place to standardize care to achieve better outcomes.

Aims of ERAS for patients

Faster functional recovery

Decrease post-surgical complications

Decrease hospital length of stay

Decrease in readmission rates

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