Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) specialists in Singapore

Andrew Mark Choong Tze LiangPHD

General surgery · Singapore

Dr Andrew Choong is a vascular, endovascular, aortic and venous surgeon at Mount Elizabeth Hospitals, Singapore. He manages the full spectrum of arterial, venous and aortic disorders, including aortic aneurysm and aortic dissection repair using open, hybrid and endovascular (EVAR/TEVAR) approaches; peripheral arterial disease revascularisation, limb salvage and amputation prevention; carotid artery disease and carotid artery stenosis surgery for stroke prevention; varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency management using minimally invasive techniques such as radiofrequency, laser ablation, adhesive closure and foam sclerotherapy; deep vein thrombosis thrombolysis and aspiration thrombectomy; and dialysis access surgery including catheters, arteriovenous fistula and graft creation. He treats both common and complex vascular conditions, offering evidence-based, minimally invasive options wherever possible. Dr Choong is the founder of the Asian Aortic & Vascular Centre and has carried out more than 5,000 vascular and endovascular procedures. He was awarded the Gold Medal by the European Board of Vascular Surgery (FEBVS). He trained in the United Kingdom and Australia, completing advanced vascular fellowships at the Imperial Vascular Unit (St Mary’s Hospital, London) and the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, and was awarded a PhD by the University of Warwick for his research in endovascular surgery. Before entering private practice, he served as Senior Consultant at the National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS) and Associate Professor of Surgery at the National University of Singapore, where he introduced new surgical programmes and trained future vascular specialists. His practice integrates precision, innovation and patient-centred care, combining advanced aortic repair with modern, minimally invasive venous treatments for durable results and faster recovery.

Chong Choon Seng

General surgery · Singapore

Dr Chong Choon Seng is a general surgeon at Mount Elizabeth Hospital, Singapore. His clinical interest is in minimally invasive surgery for colorectal cancer and advanced endoscopy. He was a former senior consultant in colorectal and general surgery at the National University Health System (NUHS). He was also a surgical oncologist in the colorectal cancer tumour group at the National University Cancer Institute. Dr Chong graduated from the National University of Singapore (NUS) and obtained his fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK. He received a Health Manpower Development Plan Award and completed his further training at Samsung Medical Center, South Korea. He is an adjunct associate professor in the department of surgery at NUS. He is also an instructor for many regional centres for cancer treatment where he teaches on colonoscopic stenting, keyhole and robotic surgery for colorectal cancer, and transanal total mesorectum excision for rectal cancer. Internationally, he is a visiting expert with Boston Scientific and a collaborator in the COLOR III trial. Dr Chong has obtained numerous grants and published in more than 100 publications in the fields of colorectal cancer and education. He is also part of editorial boards and an invited speaker at local and overseas conferences. He is a faculty member of several societies including the ASEAN Society of Colorectal Surgeons and the Asian-Pacific Study Group for Gastrointestinal Surgery.

Dr. Aaron Poh Guo Han 傅国涵医生FRCS

General surgery · Singapore

Dr. Aaron Poh Guo Han is a fully accredited consultant general surgeon with subspecialty expertise in colorectal surgery and trauma surgery. He serves as the Medical Director of Alpine Surgical Practice and is recognized for his patient-centered approach, providing individualized treatment plans based on each patient's medical condition, personal values, and lifestyle while delivering evidence-based surgical care. His clinical expertise focuses on minimally invasive colorectal cancer surgery, exenterative surgery for advanced cancers, laparoscopic abdominal surgery, and advanced therapeutic endoscopy. He performs gastroscopy, colonoscopy, endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR), colonic stenting, laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery, hernia repair, cholecystectomy, hemorrhoid surgery, and the treatment of anal fistulas, anal fissures, abscesses, and suspicious skin lesions. His minimally invasive techniques help reduce postoperative pain, shorten hospital stays, and promote faster recovery. Dr. Poh obtained his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from the National University of Singapore in 2004 before completing specialist training in General Surgery. He was awarded the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FRCS) in 2015 and completed advanced fellowship training in Colorectal Surgery at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, United Kingdom. Prior to entering private practice, he served as a colorectal and trauma surgeon at Ng Teng Fong Hospital and Tan Tock Seng Hospital, where he also played a key role in establishing the hospital's trauma service. He remains actively involved in clinical research, regularly publishes in peer-reviewed journals, and presents at international surgical conferences.

Dr. Aileen Seah 佘爱玲医生

General surgery · Singapore

Consultant colorectal surgeon with US fellowship training, specializing in advanced colorectal and pelvic floor disorders.

General surgery · Singapore

Senior general surgeon specializing in minimally invasive, oncologic, and bariatric surgery with extensive international training.

Dr. Charles Tsang

General surgery · Singapore

Consultant colorectal surgeon specializing in laparoscopic and robotic colorectal surgery, anal fistula, and colorectal cancer management.

Dr. Cheong Chee Keong EdwardFRCS

30+ years of experience · General surgery · Singapore

Dr. Edward Cheong is a Senior Consultant Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) Surgeon practising at PanAsia Surgery Clinic and Surgi-Ten Specialists. He also serves as a Visiting Consultant at Thomson Specialists, Thomson Medical Centre. With more than three decades of experience, he specializes in upper gastrointestinal surgery, focusing on minimally invasive and endoscopic management of oesophageal and gastric diseases. His practice is dedicated to providing advanced surgical care using evidence-based techniques that improve patient outcomes while promoting faster recovery. Dr. Cheong has extensive expertise in minimally invasive oesophagectomy, minimally invasive oesophago-gastric surgery, laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery, therapeutic endoscopy for early upper GI cancers, and Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols. He also has significant experience in the management of complex post-operative complications, including anastomotic leaks. His clinical interests primarily involve the treatment of oesophageal cancer, gastric cancer, and other upper gastrointestinal disorders requiring advanced surgical intervention. He completed higher specialist surgical training at Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge, and Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital in the United Kingdom before undertaking a post-CCT Senior Surgical Fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), USA, where he received advanced training in minimally invasive oesophagectomy, gastric surgery, bariatric surgery, and endoscopic treatment for early upper GI cancers. Prior to entering private practice, Dr. Cheong served as Senior Consultant Upper GI and Laparoscopic Surgeon as well as Upper GI Cancer Director at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, where he introduced minimally invasive oesophagectomy, ERAS protocols, and advanced endoscopic therapies. He remains actively involved in international surgical education and has received multiple awards recognizing his clinical excellence, innovation, and contributions to minimally invasive upper GI surgery.

Dr. Cheong Mun Onn DenisFRCS

40+ years of experience · General surgery · Singapore

Dr. Cheong Mun Onn Denis is a Consultant General Surgeon practising at PanAsia Surgery Group and a Visiting Consultant at Thomson Specialists, Thomson Medical Centre. With more than 40 years of clinical experience, he specializes in colorectal surgery and minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, providing comprehensive surgical care for patients with colorectal diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, and abdominal conditions. His practice focuses on delivering safe, evidence-based treatments that promote faster recovery and improved long-term outcomes. Dr. Cheong has extensive expertise in the diagnosis and management of colorectal cancer, anal disorders, diverticular disease, gallbladder disorders, and hernias. He performs advanced laparoscopic procedures for colon and rectal cancer, hernia repair, thyroid surgery, and other minimally invasive gastrointestinal operations. Throughout his career, he has played a significant role in advancing colorectal surgery services and improving multidisciplinary digestive disease management in Singapore. After graduating from the National University of Singapore in 1983, Dr. Cheong completed advanced surgical training and obtained Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. He further enhanced his expertise through multiple Health Manpower Development Programme (HMDP) awards, undertaking specialized training in colorectal and laparoscopic surgery at internationally renowned institutions including Cleveland Clinic Florida, St Mark's Hospital (London), Karolinska Institute, Uppsala University (Sweden), the Australasian Endosurgery Centre (Brisbane), and Royal North Shore Hospital (Sydney). Prior to private practice, he served as Senior Consultant and Head of Colorectal Surgery at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, where he established the Digestive Disease Centre and helped develop medical and radiation oncology services. Beyond clinical practice, he remains actively involved in medical education, professional training, humanitarian missions, and surgical mentorship.

Dr. Chew Min Hoe

20+ years of experience · General surgery · Singapore

Senior colorectal surgeon specializing in advanced pelvic tumours, minimally invasive colorectal surgery, and complex colorectal cancer care.

Dr. Chia Kok Hoong 谢国鸿医生FRCS

1995+ years of experience · General surgery · Singapore

General and vascular surgeon specializing in vascular disease, cancer surgery, transplant surgery, and complex endovascular procedures.

Dr. Chong Chee Keong 张志強医生

1995+ years of experience · General surgery · Singapore

General surgeon specializing in minimally invasive breast and colorectal cancer surgery, with expertise in oncologic and minimally invasive surgical techniques.

Dr. Daniel Lee Jin Keat

10+ years of experience · General surgery · Singapore

Consultant colorectal surgeon specializing in rectal cancer, minimally invasive colorectal surgery, and advanced endoscopic techniques.