Dr. Chou Ning

Dr. Chou Ning is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon and Director at CHOU Neuroscience Clinic, Farrer Park Hospital. He is a highly experienced neurosurgeon with wide-ranging expertise covering tumor surgery, vascular neurosurgery, pediatric neurosurgery, and complex spine surgery. His clinical work includes advanced procedures such as cerebello-pontine tumor excision, anterior circulation aneurysm clipping, and retro-sigmoid tumor resection with a strong emphasis on facial nerve preservation. He has also pioneered the revival of extracranial–intracranial (ECIC) bypass surgery for patients with critical cerebral ischemia. In addition, he specializes in stereotactic radiotherapy for deep-seated brain tumors, brain metastases, and arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), as well as degenerative cervical and lumbar spine disease. \n\nPrior to entering private practice, Dr. Chou served for over two decades in the public healthcare sector. He was Clinical Associate Professor at the National University Hospital (NUH) Division of Neurosurgery and Senior Consultant at the National University Cancer Institute. He also held Visiting Senior Consultant appointments at Ng Teng Fong General Hospital and Khoo Teck Puat Hospital. \n\nDr. Chou underwent advanced neurosurgical training in London, United Kingdom from 1994 to 1997 under the Health Manpower Development Plan. He trained at the Royal London Hospital under Dr. Tom King, a pioneer in the translabyrinthine approach for acoustic neuroma surgery. \n\nIn addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Chou has contributed extensively to academic neurosurgery, with over 45 published research papers. He has held multiple leadership and advisory roles in professional bodies, including the Clinical NeuroScience Society, Singapore Medical Association, and the Headache Society of Singapore. He has also served on key committees related to neurosurgical training, accreditation, and residency program development, including serving as Program Director for Neurosurgery Residency. Not specified Neurosurgery Training — London, United Kingdom (Royal London Hospital), 1994–1997 Neurosurgery Training — Royal London Hospital, United Kingdom, 1994–1997