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Medical Oncologist
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Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital , Novena, Singapore0 Years of experience
USD 570 USD 475 for video consultation
Dr. Tan Yew Seng is a renowned oncologist and he served as a Senior Consultant Palliative Medicine Physician at OncoCare Cancer Centre. Since 2006, he worked as Medical Director at Assisi Hospice and later became a Senior Consultant at Bright Vision Hospital in 2014.
Dr. Tan completed his initial medical training at the National University of Singapore, graduating in 1990. He furthered his education by obtaining a Graduate Diploma in Geriatric Medicine in 1998 and a Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy in 2000. His academic pursuits continued, leading to a Master of Medicine (Family Medicine) in 2004. By 2007, he had been recognized for his contributions and expertise in his field, earning the title of Fellow of the College of Family Physicians in Singapore.
He is duly accredited in Palliative Medicine and Family Medicine, showcasing his expertise in these subspecialties.
In addition to his clinical duties, Dr. Tan is deeply committed to education in the fields of Family Medicine and Palliative Medicine. He actively imparts his knowledge to a diverse audience, including doctors, medical students, nurses, physical therapists, art therapists, social workers, counselors, and volunteers. His role as an examiner further extends to the Graduate Diploma in Palliative Medicine and Family Medicine, and the Master of Medicine Advance Specialty Training Exit Examinations, highlighting his significant contributions to advancing medical education in these critical areas of healthcare.
Dr. Tan has contributed extensively to various national committees and workgroups focused on issues such as opiate dependence and abuse, mental health, and dementia. He has played a significant role in developing clinical practice guidelines for managing epilepsy, dementia, and the use of benzodiazepines.
Additionally, his dedication extends beyond his professional commitments; He is a regular volunteer at Rachel House in Indonesia. This children's hospice provides home-based care to children with terminal cancer and HIV, where he applies his expertise to make a difference in the lives of those in need.
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