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Why ChooseDr Tay Khoon Hean Surgery?

  • Trusted Senior Surgeon for Gallbladder Diseases
  • More Than 25 Years’ Experience
  • Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
  • Smaller Incision & Quicker Recovery
  • Accepts Most Insurances

    • Services Provided

    • Cholecystectomy

      People with frequent gallbladder attacks may choose to have their gallbladder surgically removed through a procedure known as cholecystectomy. This procedure is performed using a laparoscope and miniature video camera. The process is minimally invasive and most patients require only an overnight stay at the hospital.

    • Laparoscopic cholecystectomy

      Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is preferred over open cholecystectomy, which requires a 5-to 8-inch incision across the abdomen. Open cholecystectomy results in longer hospital stays and prolong recovery time. Open cholecystectomy is performed only when the gallbladder has severe inflammation, infection or scarring from other operations.

    AboutDr Tay Khoon Hean

    Dr Tay Khoon Hean is an experienced surgeon specializing in gallbladder/gallstone surgery and advanced laparoscopic surgery.

    Dr Tay studied at the National University of Singapore for his medical education graduating with MBBS in 1988. He subsequently obtained his surgical fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow in 1995. He completed his Advanced Surgical Training in General Surgery in April 1998.

    Under the tutelage of two world renowned surgeons, he underwent his subspecialty training and was awarded a Traveling Fellowship Scholarship from the Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow to understudy Prof Alfred Cushieri in Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, Scotland for advanced laparoscopic surgery. Aside from being the director of Tay Khoon Hean Surgery Pte Ltd, he is also a visiting doctor at the National Cancer Centre Singapore General Hospital.

    Dr Tay’s areas of expertise include HPB or hepatopancreatobiliary and minimally invasive surgery with particular emphasis on difficult gallbladder operations. Breaking down the language barrier in medicine, Dr Tay speaks English, Chinese, Malay and French.

    What To Expect On Your Initial Visit For Gallbladder Surgery/ Gallstones Consultation

    Gallstones are usually diagnosed during health screenings for other conditions after severe abdominal pain is experienced. As they may cause extreme discomfort, it is therefore important to have them assessed by an experienced surgeon.

    Meeting with the Surgeon

    Your visit with the surgeon should be a comfortable one and normally starts like your visit to a family physician. Effective doctor-patient communication is important to provide quality care and a good surgeon will take time to listen to the patient and explain your condition clearly as well as the various treatment options.

    FAQ

    • What are Gallstones?

      Gallstones are pebble-like deposits of bile inside the gallbladder. They can be as small as a grain of sand or as big as a gold ball and can occur as a single stone or as a collection of stones in a combination of sizes. There are two types of gallstones: cholesterol stones, which account for 80 per cent of gallstones, and black or brown pigment stones, which are composed of bilirubin, a chemical found in bile.

      The classic presentation of a gallstone attack occurs after a fatty meal and is characterised by pain in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen, often accompanied by referred pain between the shoulder blades or below the right shoulder. The patient may also feel nauseous and become sick.

    • What is the best way to prevent Gallstones?

      Here are some steps you can take to reduce your risk of forming gallstones that can cause symptoms:

      • 1. Maintain a healthy weight. If you need to lose weight, do so slowly and sensibly, with a weight loss of not more than 1-2 lbs (0.5 – 1kg) a week. Rapid weight loss, and subsequent weight regain may increase your risk for gallstones, especially for women.
      • 2. Eat regular, balanced meals. Eat regular meals. Try not to skip meals. Your meals should contain some fat as this causes the gallbladder to empty and plenty of whole grains and fibre. Avoid saturated fat though and foods that are high in cholesterol.
      • 3. Exercise regularly. Exercise will help you reduce your risk for gallstones as well as help you to maintain a healthy weight.
    • Treatment Options

      People with frequent gallbladder attacks may choose to have their gallbladder surgically removed through a procedure known as a cholecystectomy.

      This procedure is minimally invasive and most patients require only an overnight stay in the hospital.

      Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is preferred over open cholecystectomy, which requires a five to eight inch incision across the abdomen.

    • What are your charges

      Our charges for first consultation starts from $200 and our clinic accepts most insurances. In addition, our staff will provide financial counselling for any procedure to be performed.

    • Can I walk in for an appointment or service?

      You are strongly advised to request an appointment with our staff by calling or emailing us to ensure that a time slot is allocated for our surgeon to meet you.

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    See You At Tay Khoon Hean Surgery

    Tay Khoon Hean Surgery
    Gleneagles Medical Centre 6 Napier Road,
    #08-02 Singapore 258499

    Tel : (65) 6471 1221
    Email : tkhsurgery@yahoo.com.sg

    Map & Directions

    We are conveniently located at Gleneagles Medical Centre 6 Napier Road, #08-02 Singapore 258499. Location is close to the heart of the local shopping district. If you require further directions to our office, please feel free to call us at +65 6471 1221.

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