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Best Hospitals for Bariatric Surgery in Singapore

Weight loss surgery is a synonym to bariatric surgery. Not anybody may undergo a bariatric surgery as it may involve certain complications. On the basis of the risk-benefit analysis, the American College of Physicians had issued guidelines on the criteria of patients who should undergo bariatric surgery. According to these guidelines, patients who have the BMI of 40kg/m2 or more and are suffering from other co-morbid conditions such as hypertension, impaired glucose tolerance, sleep apnea, and dyslipidemia may opt for surgical treatment, and the patient should be advised to go to those centers with high experience to perform such type of surgeries.

According to a survey, approximately 40 patients undergo bariatric surgery in Singapore in the period between 1987 to 2003 (16 years). The number rose significantly in the later years and this number increases to 278 in the period between 2005 to 2009 (4 years). The statistics tell about the growing confidence of people in the medical advancement in bariatric surgery in Singapore. Through its most modern facilities, investment in developing huge infrastructure and doctors with advanced training in the field of bariatric surgery has fueled medical tourism for bariatric surgery in Singapore. The hospitals are equipped with modern equipment along with customized post-surgical care which is a critical requirement in such operations.

Cost Comparison

The cost of bariatric surgery in Singapore is relatively less as compared to developed nations such as Europe and the USA. Even with the relatively lesser cost, the quality of services in bariatric surgery is as par with these developed nations. The number of such surgeries has been increased and more and more people are visiting Singapore for bariatric surgery. There are various other factors that decide the cost of the surgery:

1) Type of hospital: More the facilities provided by the hospital, more would be the charges. Further, the charges also depend upon the type of room the patient will choose.

2) Experience of doctors: People generally go to doctors who are highly experienced. The surgery charges of such doctors are relatively high thus escalating the overall cost.

3) Post-surgical care: Post-operative care is critical in bariatric surgery. The hospital with the most modern facilities, equipment, and trained staff would charge higher from the patients.

4) Types of surgery: More complex the surgery, higher will be the charges.

5) Underlying medical conditions: More the patient suffering from an underlying medical condition such as diabetes, hypertension or dyslipidemia, more complex the surgery will be and there would be an increase in total cost.

Apart from the above, the period of hospitalization and medication charges also plays an important role in determining the cost.

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Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital: Top Doctors, and Reviews

Novena, Singapore

  • Joint Commission International, or JCI
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Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital located in Novena, Singapore is accredited by JCI. Also listed below are some of the most prominent infrastructural details:

  • Capacity of 333 beds
  • Intensive Care Unit beds
  • Endoscopy beds
  • Day ward with 20 beds
  • 13 Operating Theatres, which includes 1 Neurological operating room, 2 Cardiac operating rooms, 4 Orthopaedic operating rooms, etc.
  • High Dependency Unit (HDU)
  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • 24/7 Accident & Emergency Department
  • Maternity ward
  • 1 major operating unit with 13 operating rooms inclusive of 1 hybrid theatre
  • In-house Pharmacy
  • Rooms are categorized as Single Signature Rooms, Junior Suite and Regal Suite
  • All patient rooms are equipped with electric safe, LCD, sofa cum bed, wardrobe, radio channels, and much more
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Gleneagles Hospital: Top Doctors, and Reviews

Napier Road, Singapore

  • Joint Commission International, or JCI
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Gleneagles Hospital located in Napier Road, Singapore is accredited by JCI. Also listed below are some of the most prominent infrastructural details:

  • 270+ bedded medical facility, which includes suites, single rooms, two-bedded, four-bedded rooms and maternity wards (9 delivery rooms)
  • 12 operating rooms
  • Surgery ward with 40 beds
  • State-of- the-art intensive care unit (ICU) with 16 beds
  • State-of- the-art neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) with 14 cots
  • Separate transplant unit
  • Endoscopy Centre (VIP room)
  • 24-hour accident and emergency (A&E) and outpatient Unit
  • Accommodation availability for the patients
  • The Hospital has a dedicated Patient Assistance Centre, which is to cater to multi-faceted needs of international patients. It provides services like air evacuation and repatriation, visa application and extension, language interpretation assistance, etc.
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Parkway East Hospital: Top Doctors, and Reviews

Joo Chiat Pl, Singapore

  • Joint Commission International, or JCI
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Parkway East Hospital located in Joo Chiat Pl, Singapore is accredited by JCI. Also listed below are some of the most prominent infrastructural details:

  • Total capacity for 143 beds
  • Hospital rooms are available- Single room, 2-bedded room (8), 4-bedded room (2), Deluxe room, and Orchid/Hibiscus Suite
  • All rooms are equipped with all ensuite facilities like Free wifi, mini fridge, sofa couch, telephone, in-room safe, TV, etc.
  • Maternity wards- Accredited as a baby-friendly hospital under the World Health Organisations Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI)
  • 1 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) with 14 cots
  • Intensive Care Unit
  • 1 Operation Theatre with 5 Operating rooms
  • 1 Nursery with 30 cots
  • 1 Parentcraft room
  • 24-hour walk-in-clinic (for emergency)
  • 24-hour Pharmacy
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Mount Elizabeth Hospital: Top Doctors, and Reviews

Singapore, Singapore

  • Joint Commission International, or JCI
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Mount Elizabeth Hospital located in Singapore, Singapore is accredited by JCI. Also listed below are some of the most prominent infrastructural details:

  • 345 bedded Hospital
  • Maternity wards
  • The Mount Elizabeth Patient Assistance Centre (MPAC)
  • 1 major operating unit with 12 operating rooms and 1 operating theatre dedicated to in vitro fertilisation (IVF)
  • Intensive Care Unit
  • High Dependency Unit (HDU)
  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • Accident & Emergency Department
  • Rooms are categorized as Single rooms, 2-bedded rooms, 4-bedded rooms, Executive deluxe suite, Daffodil/Magnolia suite, VIP Room, and Royal Suite
  • All patient rooms are equipped with electric safe, LCD, sofa cum bed, wardrobe, radio channels, and much more
  • Parking lot
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Farrer Park Hospital: Top Doctors, and Reviews

Connexion, Singapore

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Apart from in-detail treatment procedures available, Farrer Park Hospital located in Connexion, Singapore has a wide variety of facilities available for International Patients. Some of the facilities which are provided by them are Accommodation, Airport Transfer, Choice of Meals, Interpreter, SIM, TV inside room. Also listed below are some of the most prominent infrastructural details:

  • A medical centre is linked to the Farrer Park Hospital Complex, Connexion, Singapore
  • The focus of the hospital is to bring together two essential elements: those of healthcare combined with hospitality.
  • There is a building with 20 different stories which comprises Owen Link, hotel and spa.
  • Personal attention and patient care focus is maintained with a system in place of listening, analysing, evaluating and then implementing a treatment plan.
  • 121 bed capacity
  • Technology and innovations help provide the best of medical and surgical treatment options.
  • Professionally implemented international patient care systems
  • Suites: Cardiovascular, day surgery, endoscopy, major surgery, nuclear medicine, radiation oncology, and inpatient suite
  • Diagnostic imaging and intensive care unit
  • 24 hour emergency clinic and pharmacy
  • Facilities such as dialysis, nutrition services, rehab centre, and teaching clinic
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Artemis Health Institute : Top Doctors, and Reviews

Gurugram, India

  • Joint Commission International, or JCI
  • National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH)
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Artemis Hospital is a 400 plus bed multi-speciality hospital, which aims at providing a depth of expertise in the spectrum of advanced medical and surgical interventions. Some of the features of the infrastructure include:

  • A 400 plus bed multi-speciality hospital.
  • A large number of ICU beds equipped with modern technologies.
  • Imaging techniques include 64 Slice Cardiac CT Scan, Dual Head Gamma Camera, |  16 Slice PET CT, Fan Beam BMD, RIS - HIS Integrated Department, High -end Colour Doppler Ultrasound Systems.
  • Cardiology department supported by Philips FD20/10 Cath Lab with Stent Boost Technology, C7XR OCT - Optical Coherence Tomography, Lab IVUS - Intravascular Ultrasound, Rotablator - for calcified lesions, FFR -Fractional Flow Reserve, Ensite Velocity Cardiac Mapping System, and Endovascular Hybrid Operating Suite.
  • ICU is backed by High-Frequency Ventilator for NICU, Central Venous Pressure Monitoring, Intra - aortic Balloon Pump, Invasive Intraarterial Blood Pressure Monitoring, Ab4 Monitoring, Bedside Percutaneous Tracheostomy, Portable X - ray Viewer, Temperature Regulating Blankets/Warmers, Bedside ECHO Cardiology.
  • Operation Theatre Technologies: Total Knee Replacement - Navigation System, Motor Evoked Potentials (MEP) for Spine Surgeries, Fiber Optic Bronchoscope, Patient Controlled Analgesia (PCA) Pump, Somatosensory Evoked Potential (SSEP) in DBS Surgery.
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Sterling Wockhardt Hospital : Top Doctors, and Reviews

Mumbai, India

  • National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH)
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Sterling Wockhardt Hospital located in Mumbai, India is accredited by NABH. Also listed below are some of the most prominent infrastructural details:

  • The bed capacity of Sterling Wockhardt Hospital is 50.
  • Critical care and complex cases resolution is done with excellent results.
  • Emergency departments with 3 beds capacity and Intensive Care Unit with 10 beds capacity.
  • The healthcare delivery focus of the hospital is both on prevention as well curing the conditions.
  • Diagnostics are well developed with the latest technological developments.
  • Pharmacy, operating rooms, lab services are at par with the best in the country.
  • 24/7 ambulance services to cover healthcare requirements in Panvel and Vashi.
  • Accommodation, airport transfers, flight bookings and translation services are all available for international patients.
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Venkateshwar Hospital: Top Doctors, and Reviews

New Delhi, India

  • National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH)
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Venkateshwar Hospital located in New Delhi, India is accredited by NABH. Also listed below are some of the most prominent infrastructural details:

  • The hospital has the latest healthcare facilities and world class infrastructure.
  • It has a 325 bed capacity and 100 beds for critical care.
  • There are as many as 10 operation theatres.
  • The Intensive Care Unit and blood bank is also present within the hospital.
  • There is complete support for international patients with facilities such as transfers, assistance for visa and accommodation, translators and insurance related assistance.
  • Some of the departments in which medical services are available are Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Orthopedics, Gynecology, Cardiology, Neurology and Oncology.
  • The hospital also provides treatment for infertility, weight loss and has physiotherapy and pain management services.
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Apollo Hospitals: Top Doctors, and Reviews

Hyderabad, India

  • Joint Commission International, or JCI
  • National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH)
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Apollo Hospitals located in Hyderabad, India is accredited by JCI, NABH. Also listed below are some of the most prominent infrastructural details:

  • A premier multi-specialty hospital with 477-bed capacity
  • More than 50 specialties, super-specialties
  • 12 Centers of Excellence
  • The Institutes for Heart Diseases, Neurosciences, Cancer, Emergency, Orthopaedics, Renal Diseases, and Transplants
  • Centers of Excellence are known for patient care, training and research
  • Doctors with years of truly global experience in healthcare delivery
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Star Hospitals: Top Doctors, and Reviews

Hyderabad, India

  • National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH)
  • National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL)
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Star Hospitals located in Hyderabad, India is accredited by NABH, NABL. Also listed below are some of the most prominent infrastructural details:

  • The bed capacity of Star Hospitals, Hyderabad, India is 130.
  • The hospital has Intensive Care Units which are upgraded with the latest technologies.
  • International patient care services are applied to make the process of medical travel easier for international patients.
  • Centres of Excellence across disciplines such as Cardiac Sciences, Renal Sciences, Critical Care, ENT, Spine Surgery etc.
  • A radiology centre which has been digitised.
  • There are Centers of Excellence for prominent specialties such as cardiac care and neurosciences, there are a total of six.
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Global Health City: Top Doctors, and Reviews

Chennai, India

  • National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH)
  • National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL)
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The Hospital has world-class infrastructure with a capacity of over 1000 beds and much more-

  • 265 Licensed beds
  • 13 Operation Theatres
  • 24*7 Cath Lab
  • 24*7 available Blood Bank
  • 24*7 Emergency Department
  • 24*7 Open Pharmacy
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NMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City: Top Doctors, and Reviews

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

  • Joint Commission International, or JCI
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NMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is accredited by JCI. Also listed below are some of the most prominent infrastructural details:

  • Capacity for 500 beds
  • 53 Critical Care beds
  • 24-hour Emergency Services
  • 24-hour Ambulance Service
  • OPD (Outpatient department treatment)
  • An Automated Laboratory
  • The Hospital has the first hybrid Operating Theatre with flex move system
  • First NICU and PICU Combination set up
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Primus Super Speciality Hospital: Top Doctors, and Reviews

New Delhi, India

  • National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH)
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Primus Super Speciality Hospital located in New Delhi, India is accredited by NABH. Also listed below are some of the most prominent infrastructural details:

  • There are as many as 130 hospital beds.
  • The total number of hospital beds is inclusive of the 18 ICU Beds in Primus Hospital.
  • Operation theatres in the hospital have been equipped with the latest technologies.
  • There is 24/7 hour emergency and trauma response and care.
  • 64 slice spirals as well as Cardiac CT Scan are present.
  • International patient care facilities are available such as accommodation, flight booking, airport transfer, and interpreters.
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Medanta - The Medicity: Top Doctors, and Reviews

Gurugram, India

  • Joint Commission International, or JCI
  • National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH)
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Medanta - The Medicity located in Gurugram, India is accredited by JCI, NABH. Also listed below are some of the most prominent infrastructural details:

  • 1250 beds facility
  • 800+ professionally trained & experienced Doctors
  • Patient Support Services Team in International Patients Department, assists patients from different nation during their medical travel journey
  • Hotels and Lodging Arrangements
  • International Lounge
  • Medantas own Air-ambulance service can reach you in any part of the world (fully functional ICU at 30,000 feet above the ground)
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NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah: Top Doctors, and Reviews

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

  • Joint Commission International, or JCI
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NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah located in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates is accredited by JCI. Also listed below are some of the most prominent infrastructural details:

  • This is a multispecialty hospital with all the latest amenities and state of the art equipment.
  • It has the best of doctors, surgeons, and allied healthcare professionals who are completely dedicated to patient care.
  • It comprises the below mentioned smart healthcare facilities which make getting treated at this hospital a comfortable and satisfying experience for the patients.
  • High-end operation theatre
  • 24*7 ambulance service which has all emergency equipment
  • 24*7 emergency services
  • Option of a free overnight stay for one parent for child up to 12 years of age
  • International patient care center
  • Special men and women health package
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Why should you go for Weight Loss Surgery in Singapore?
Singapore is attracting the patients as a part of its medical tourism due to modern facilities, advanced treatment and surgical technology, comprehensive care, cleanliness, and English speaking staff. The healthcare system of Singapore is well in order without any chaos. Due to its quality healthcare services in all the therapeutic area, it has achieved a high rank in the Medical Tourism Index. Various hospitals in Singapore are providing excellent care in bariatric surgery with an exceptionally high rate of success. All the types of bariatric surgeries, whether it is Gastric handing, Gastric Sleeve or Gastric bypass, are available in Singapore. The Hospitals are also equipped with experienced surgeons and trained Para-medical staff to look after the patient.
What is the average cost of Weight Loss Surgery in Singapore?
The cost of bariatric surgery in Singapore is generally divided into two categories on the basis of subsidy. The people who fulfill the criteria of subsidy may have to shell out a lot less as compared to those who fail to fulfill the criteria. On average, the cost of bariatric surgery with subsidy is about 8000$ to 10000$, while the cost without subsidy may be around 25000$ to 28000$. The cost of the bariatric surgery also depends upon the type of surgery and the complexity involved, the cost of the room per day, the infrastructure of the hospital, co-morbid medical condition, testing charges as well the medications.
Which are the top doctors and Hospitals for Weight Loss Surgery in Singapore?

Various top hospitals are available in Singapore for bariatric surgery which is providing comprehensive care and is equipped with huge infrastructure and surgeons with advanced knowledge addicted by highly-trained staff.

Following are the hospitals in Singapore for Bariatric Surgery:

1) Mount Elizabeth Hospital

2) Raffles Hospital

3) Changi General Hospital

4) National University Hospital

5) Alexandra Hospital

6) Lapband Surgery Center

7) Sengkang General Hospital

8) Khoo Teck Puat Hospital

Experienced Surgeons with advanced degrees in bariatric surgeries are also providing their services at the hospitals as well as in their individual clinics. The top bariatric surgeons of Singapore are:

1) Dr. Lim Chin Hong, Sengkang General Hospital

2) Dr. Baladas Haridas Ganesan, Raffles Hospital

3) Dr. Asim Shabbir, National University Hospital

4) Dr. Shanker Pasupathy, Gleneagles Hospital, and Mount Elizabeth Hospital

5) Dr. Jaideepraj Rao, Tan Tock Seng Hospital

How successful in Weight Loss Surgery in Singapore ?
Weight loss surgery in Singapore are performed with a high success rate, provided the patient should follow the guidelines as advised by the surgeon. Almost all the hospitals in Singapore for bariatric surgery are having facilities, post-operative care, and experienced surgeons. This results in an increase in the number of bariatric surgeries on a continuous basis. The complications of bariatric surgeries are effectively managed due to the presence of doctors in various therapeutic areas.
What is the recovery process post weight loss surgery in Singapore?
Most bariatric surgeries in Singapore are performed through minimally invasive techniques. This means that the cut or the incision made is very small and the recovery time is short. Due to the minimally invasive technique, the complications are significantly reduced, and the patient may go home within 2-4 days of surgery. Pain relieving medications are prescribed to ease pain and post-operative exercise improves blood circulation and helps a speedy recovery. The guideline is provided by the experienced medical staff of Singapore hospital on the basis of the daily routine as well as the surrounding environment of the patient. The patient ma performs normal activities within 4-5 weeks.
Which are the different types of Weight Loss Surgeries in Singapore ?

Following are the various types of weight loss surgeries available in Singapore:

1) Gastric balloon: Gastric balloon reduces the urge to eat and a sensation of fullness is induced.

2) Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy: In this surgery, the size of the stomach is significantly reduced, and the stomach looks like a tube or sleeve.

3) Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding: A silicon band is placed on the upper end of the stomach leading to increased fullness and less hunger.

4) Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass: The stomach is converted into a small pouch which is then attached to the intestine. This results in low-calorie absorption.False

FAQ's Related to Singapore

What healthcare accreditation standards are followed in Singapore?

As a world leader in healthcare accredition, Joint Commission International is the premier accredition agency for the hospitals in Singapore as well The standards of healthcare quality and patient safety in the hospitals in Singapore are kept up by Joint Commission International. Joint Commission International apprises hospital in Singapore on Organisation management and those hospitals that make the cut are the ones most sought after by everyone. Hospitals in Singapore are given the accredition by Joint Commission International post stringent assessment measures.

Which are the popular multispecialty hospital groups in Singapore?

The popular multi specialty hospital groups in Singapore are as follows

  1. Mount Elizabeth Hospital
  2. Raffles Hospital
  3. National University Hospital
  4. Gleneagles Hospital
  5. Singapore General Hospital
  6. Changi General Hospital
  7. Johns Hopkins Singapore International Medical Centre
  8. Tan Tock Seng Hospital
  9. Parkway Hospitals Singapore

The high standards of medical care provided by the popular multispecialty hospitals in Singapore ensures that a truly international patient population frequents them. The quality of medical professionals and the wide variety of specialties covered by the Singapore multispecialty hospitals is the reason for the success of the popular multispecialty hospitals in Singapore. In the popular multispecialty hospitals in Singapore you get the best of medical treatment in short waiting times.

Why should I opt for healthcare in Singapore?

The high standards of healthcare infrastructure which is the identity of the healthcare ecosystem in Singapore is a good reason for you to choose Singapore as your treatment destination. The hospitals and healthcare professionals in Singapore are well defined with the best of clinical outcomes and an all round care. The high service levels with which patients are being treated in the hospitals in Singapore is the reason for its popularity as a medical tourism destination. The access to absolutely excellent healthcare and ease of travel has ensured that Singapore remain on top of the map in terms of popular medical tourism destinations.

What is the quality of doctors in Singapore?

It is important to know that with immense practical knowledge in their specialisation and being thorough professionals, doctors in Singapore are among the chosen few. The emphasis of the doctors in Singapore is on precision and efficiency of treatment and these can be used to assess that the quality of doctors in Singapore is really good. As Singapore is a major international medical tourism destination, the doctors in Singapore have great international exposure which ensures that the quality of doctors in Singapore is very high. The doctors in Singapore are educated from the best universities of the world and have acquired great skill in treating patients.

When traveling to Singapore for medical treatment, what essential documents do I need to carry along?

We bring to you the list of documents needed for your medical travel to Singapore:

  1. Medical Records and Reports describing your medical condition
  2. Communication from the hospital and/or the doctor that has referred you
  3. Passport
  4. Treatment Plan and Frequency of treatment
  5. Fit to travel confirmation
  6. To and Fro travel tickets
  7. Visa relevant to your visit as a medical traveller to Singapore
  8. Proof of financial means for travel and treatment
  9. Credit Card/Debit Card/Valid internet banking account in Singapore

Kindly create a checklist of documents as you prepare your journey to Singapore for your medical travel. Your document list when planning your Singapore travel consists of your travel documents, financial documents and your medical condition related documents. Your travel documents should be aligned well with your visa requirements as someone who is traveling for medical purposes so that your treatment, stay in Singapore and your journey back to your home country is seamless.

What are the popular procedures available in Singapore?

We are outlining here the most popular procedures done in Singapore:

  1. Dentistry
  2. Orthopedics
  3. Cardiology
  4. Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery
  5. Ophthalmology

Armed with the best of education and training, healthcare providers in Singapore are performing complex and advanced cardiology procedures everyday. The precision and efficiency shown by doctors in the hospitals in Singapore in performing Orthopaedic surgery procedures has meant that they are one of the most popular procedures in Singapore. Singapore has long been famous for cosmetic surgery procedures some of which are:

  1. Liposuction
  2. Rhinoplasty
  3. Face Lift
  4. Breast Augmentation
  5. Blepharoplasty
What are the other facilities provided by hospitals in Singapore?

The hospital stay is sought to be made comfortable for the patient and their co travellers as well as with many facilities provided by the hospital itself. There are travel and transfer facilities being provided by the hospitals in Singapore such as:

  1. Accommodation
  2. Flight Booking
  3. Airport Transfers
  4. Interpreter

It is pertinent to note that hospitals in Singapore are always seeking to make your medical travel to Singapore easy by enabling private payment gateways and the wide availability of private insurance. Whether it be providing health screening, dietitians and pharmacies presence in the hospitals in Singapore, everything is done in line with the patient centric care practiced by the hospitals.

What is the procedure for obtaining medical visa for Singapore?

When you are applying for a medical visa for Singapore visit do check the visa requirements for your country as Singapore has relaxed visa norms vis a vis many countries. Please find below the required documents for a medical visa to Singapore:

  1. Passport with the required time validity
  2. Completed application form
  3. LOI or Letter of Introduction from a local contact in Singapore
  4. A recent passport size photograph
  5. Bio data page photocopy of the passport of the applicant
  6. Covering letter and forwarding letter

It is advised that you check the required visa fee from your country for medical visa for Singapore. It takes atleast five working days to get your medical visa processed (excluding delays due to rush or submission of an incomplete application). Your original bank statements will be checked by the concerned officials in order to assess your financials so that your Singapore medical visa can be granted.