i-COMM

Integrated Healthcare Communicator (i-COMM) is the first smartphone application developed in Singapore to facilitate communication with vernacular language speaking patients in the local hospital environment.

Led by nursing professionals, i-COMM app was developed to enable healthcare professionals to efficiently communicate with vernacular language speaking patients, leading to a seamless and coordinated patient care experience.

i-COMM app at a glance:

★ 500 Commonly Used Phrases
The library contains mainly healthcare specific phrases, such as “Do you have any drug allergy?”, “Please use the call bell to ask for help.” etc. There are also general phrases, such as “Good morning” and “What is your name?”. All phrases have been thoughtfully crafted to strike a balance between formal and colloquial way of speaking in Singapore.

★ Languages
Select pre-translated phrases in the following vernacular languages: Cantonese, Hokkien and Malay. Each downloaded language would occupy a certain amount of mobile storage space.

★ Audio Playback
Listen to professional voice-overs for clearer verbal translations.

★ Pictorial Display
Use high resolution images to complement some phrases and visually relay instructions or information.

★ Favourite Phrases
Bookmark frequently used phrases for easy retrieval under the “Favourites” page.

★ Phonics Guide
Having trouble pronouncing the language or dialect? Practice at your own pace by using the phonics guide, developed with English phonemes to align pronunciation of the vernacular languages.

★ Learning Guide
Use the learning guide to pick up the meaning of selected key words.


* Wi-Fi or Network data charges do not apply when using the app. Data is required when downloading languages.
* App is not compatible with Android version 18 and below
* No in-app advertisement/purchase.