Dr Tan Wah Siew is an established colorectal surgeon with two decades’ experience in managing anal fistulas and perianal conditions.
Prior to moving to private practice, Dr Tan Wah Siew was senior consultant surgeon at the Department of Colorectal Surgery at Singapore General Hospital (SGH). There, she became the first female consultant colorectal surgeon and was one of the earliest female general surgeons in Singapore to undergo training in robotic colorectal surgery.
Dr Tan graduated from National University of Singapore’s Faculty of Medicine in 2003 and subsequently completed her Advanced Surgical Training in General and Colorectal Surgery at SGH in 2011.
In 2013 she finished a year-long MOH-sponsored Healthcare Manpower Development Plan Fellowship (HMDP) at St. James University Hospital in Leeds, United Kingdom. While there, she received training in:
Minimally invasive and robotic colorectal surgery for colorectal cancer
Dr Tan has published widely in multiple peer-reviewed journals. She has been a reviewer for numerous local and international journals, including the Singapore Medical Journal, British Journal of Surgery, Colorectal Disease and International Journal of Colorectal Disease.
Teaching Medical Students, Residents & Nurses
Dr Tan has always been an active participant in the teaching of medical students, surgical residents, and nurses. Her involvement includes conducting laparoscopic and endoscopic skills training courses for both international delegates and surgical residents.
A Trusted Hand in Anal Fistula Care
Your comfort and well-being come first – schedule a confidential appointment with Dr Tan today.
It is normal to feel uneasy, especially if you are dealing with an unfamiliar and sensitive condition. If you are experiencing symptoms of anal fistula, please book a consultation with Dr Tan today at 6454 0054 or click here to WhatsApp.
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