dermatology

As the body’s largest organ, the skin plays a crucial role in our overall well-being, acting as the first line of defence against pathogens, disease and injury. Healthy skin is a significant indicator of overall health, and maintaining it can greatly enhance your quality of life.

The Dermatology Department at Sengkang General Hospital provides comprehensive outpatient and inpatient services for the diagnosis and management of dermatological conditions affecting people of all ages. Our team of dermatologists get to the source of skin problems, delivering effective treatments that provide much-needed relief. We regularly care for people with difficult-to-treat problems, such as acne, autoimmune skin diseases, inflammatory skin diseases, skin cancers, hair loss and nail problems. We also offer a range of minimally invasive aesthetic procedures to improve skin appearance.

At Sengkang General Hospital, you receive personalised care that is tailored to your needs. Our team of dermatologists, prevent, diagnose and treat a wide range of problems, and will work closely with patients to decide on the best course of treatment.

Our Clinical Services

Medical Dermatology

The department evaluates and treats a wide variety of acute skin disorders such as skin infections and allergies; as well as a range of chronic skin disorders such as atopic eczema, psoriasis, chronic urticaria, acne, bullous pemphigoid and hair loss.

Surgical Dermatology

The department evaluates and offers surgical treatments for benign skin growths such as warts, tags, cysts; as well as a range of cancerous skin problems such as basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and Bowen's disease. Among the specialised procedures we perform is Mohs micrographic surgery, a gold standard treatment for high risk non-melanoma skin cancers such as basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas. This technique is particularly beneficial in anatomically critical areas where maximum skin conservation is necessary, such as on the nose, and around the eyes and mouth. Additionally, skin cancer screening is also offered to patients at risk of developing skin cancer.

Aesthetic Dermatology

The department evaluates and treats common cosmetic skin conditions such as acne scars, wrinkles, sun spots, age spots and melasma using a variety of advanced techniques. Our therapeutic arsenal includes lasers, intense pulsed light, injectables, and chemical peels. These treatments are carefully tailored to effectively address specific cosmetic concerns and enhance the skin's appearance to achieve the best possible results for each individual patient.

Paediatric Dermatology

Specialists from KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital run an outpatient paediatric dermatology service catering to children and adolescents aged 17 years and below.

Our Department Facilities

Consultation rooms
Procedure rooms for surgery and laser
Phototherapy booth
Treatment rooms for wound dressing and review

Conditions We Treat

Autoimmune blistering diseases (bullous pemphigoid, pemphigus etc) Benign skin growths (cysts, skin tags, seborrheic warts) Hair, nails and scalp disorders (hair loss, scalp problems, fungal nails etc) Inflammatory disorders (acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, vasculitis etc) Pigmentation disorders (melasma, lentigo, vitiligo etc) Scarring problems (keloids, hypertrophic scarring, acne scarring etc) Skin cancers (basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, mole surveillance etc) Skin infections and infestations (bacterial infection such as cellulitis, viral infection such as herpes zoster, viral warts, fungal infection etc) Skin rejuvenation (wrinkles, age spots)

Treatments Offered

The dermatology service at the Skin and Plastic Surgery Clinic in Sengkang General Hospital offers a variety of treatments including:

Biologic therapy Chemical peels Cryotherapy Electrosurgery Injectables (Botox and fillers) Intense Pulsed Light Intralesional corticosteroid injections Lasers Milia and comedonel extraction Nail unit surgery including nail avulsion Phototherapy Skin cancer surgery including Mohs micrographic surgery Surgical removal of benign skin growths such as cysts and warts Topical and systemic medications

FAQs

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Dermatology is the medical science of diagnosing and treating skin diseases affecting the skin, hair, and nails. Dermatologists are trained to diagnose and treat disorders of the skin, fat, hair, nails and oral and genital membranes. Along with treating diseases and medical conditions, dermatologists also address cosmetic issues and can help you revitalize and improve the appearance of your skin, hair & nails.

Skin conditions arise due to a number of causes, including allergies, irritants, genetic makeup, certain diseases, and immune system problems. Some of the conditions dermatologists are most likely to encounter include: Acne, cold sores, hives, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, skin cancers, bullous pemphigoid and viral warts. If you suspect you have one of these conditions, consider seeing your GP who will refer you to a dermatologist if necessary.

Acne is an inflammation of the hair follicle. It is often due to various factors including genetics, skin type, sebaceous oil production, hormones, etc.

Mild acne requires only surface treatment, such as antibacterial and drying agents. Moderate or severe acne may need both surface treatment, oral antibiotics and retinoids. For more information on these conditions and treatments available, please make an appointment with our dermatologist.

Psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder which causes the skin to form scaly, erythematous plaques, usually on the elbows and knees. Our dermatologists will be happy to discuss the various treatment options for moderate to severe disease which are available in our hospital.

Atopic eczema is the most common chronic inflammatory skin disorder that affects about 10% of our local adult population, of whom a quarter has been found to have moderate to severe eczema. This group of people may require phototherapy, systemic or biologic treatments for their condition. For more information on these treatments, please make an appointment with our dermatologists.

Hives, also known as urticaria, are a common skin reaction that produces transient, raised, itchy rash. Prolonged hives may be bothersome and may need to be treated with long term anti-histamines or even biologic therapy for severe cases. Our dermatologists will be able to discuss more about these treatment options which are available at our hospital.

You can take the Northeast Line (purple line) towards Punggol and arrive at Sengkang MRT Station (NE16). From the MRT station, take Exit D. It is roughly a 400m walk (6 minutes) to the hospital. Alternatively, take the LRT on level 3 of Sengkang MRT Station to Cheng Lim LRT Station (SW1) and take Exit B to use the pedestrian link bridge that connects to the hospital (level 2).