Board Member & Medical Education Strategist
Prof. Scott Allen Compton
A senior academic leader at Duke-NUS Medical School, Professor Compton advances translational medical education through curriculum innovation, team-based learning, and evidence-driven educational strategy.
About Professor Compton
Professor Scott Allen Compton is Professor and Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education at Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore, where he also serves as Deputy Head of the Office of Education. Since joining Duke-NUS in 2012, he has played a central role in shaping the institution’s curriculum strategy and educational model.
An expert in medical education research and evaluation, Professor Compton focuses on designing learning environments that prepare physicians for the complexity of modern healthcare. His work emphasizes team-based learning, curriculum integration, and evidence-based assessment, ensuring that education translates into clinical competence and leadership capacity.
He co-created and serves as Program Director for the Master of International Translational Medicine program by Eureka, strengthening global training pathways that bridge science, clinical practice, and innovation. He also leads strategic initiatives such as the Innovation and Design Thinking module, integrating creative problem-solving and systems thinking into medical education.
At Eureka, Professor Compton contributes deep expertise in educational design, mentorship, and translational curriculum development, reinforcing the Institute’s commitment to training leaders who can navigate science, medicine, and systems innovation.
Key Highlights:
Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education, Duke-NUS
Co-Creator and Director, Master of International Translational Medicine by Eureka
Leader in Team-Based Learning and Curriculum Innovation
Scholar in Medical Education and Palliative Emergency Medicine
