Department of General Surgery

The experienced surgical team from the Department of Surgery help patients through their next bend of their healthcare journey so that our patients can lead a fulfilling life. We are with our patients at every step, from their first appointment through surgery and recovery. We offer comprehensive care treatment for a wide range of conditions.

Our comprehensive surgical services include, breast surgery, bariatric and metabolic surgery for obesity, colorectal surgery, upper gastro-intestinal surgery, hepato-pancreatico-biliary, plastics, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, vascular and surgical endoscopy. We have a multidisciplinary team in all the various areas, drawing together dedicated surgical teams led by an experienced team of consultants.

Sengkang General Hospital’s Surgery Department also has a strong emphasis on cancer prevention with robust screening facilities such as endoscopy and mammogram suites. We work with many other specialties, nurse practitioners and allied health staff to manage lifestyle and chronic diseases such as obesity and vascular problems related to diabetes.

Our Operating Theatres are equipped with specialised technology, and our surgical teams are equipped to perform minimally invasive (keyhole) surgery.

Our team of surgeons at Sengkang General Hospital have also started active programmes for the community such as PEERS (Programme for Enhanced Elderly Recovery@Sengkang) which focus on active pre-habilitation programmes for elderly patients going for elective surgery. There is active engagement with the primary care team and GPs to ensure continuity of patient care post hospitalisation and once their acute problems are resolved.

Our Surgery Department is also part of the SingHealth Academic cluster. We participate in clinical and translational research, as well as education of Duke-NUS and Yong Loo Lin NUS medical school students. Our doctors also actively provide educational forums for the public and provide training for other healthcare professionals via discussions, simulation exercises, workshops and conferences.

Our Clinical Services

The SKH Department of Surgery provides 24-hour on-site coverage for acute surgical support and manages a wide spectrum of elective and emergency surgical conditions.

From acute emergency surgery, general surgery, an endoscopy, or treatment for skin lesions or a hernia, you can rest assured knowing Sengkang General Hospital’s team of trained professionals are in collaboration with doctors and medical professionals from many other fields to develop the best treatment plan for your condition. This means your surgery and treatment is always holistic, comprehensive and tailored to suit your individual needs.

Our subspecialties:

• Breast Service
  
• Colorectal Service
• Head & Neck Service
• Hepatopancreaticobiliary (HPB) Service
• Plastics, Reconstructive and Aesthetics Surgery Service
  
• Upper Gastrointestinal & Bariatric Service
  
• Vascular and Endovascular Service