The Division of Paediatric Endocrinology comprises paediatricians, paediatric nurses and dietitians, all of whom are trained to care for children and adolescents experiencing growth or hormonal issues. The endocrine system, comprising various glands, is crucial for producing hormones that are essential for healthy growth, pubertal development and overall well-being in children. Our multidisciplinary paediatric endocrine team provides comprehensive diagnosis and management for a range of endocrine gland disorders, including growth and hormonal imbalances in infants, children and adolescents.
We welcome referrals from polyclinics, school health services, general practitioners (GPs) and other medical professionals. Additionally, private and international patients have the option to self-refer or to be referred by their doctor.Our team of senior paediatricians within the Division of Paediatric Endocrinology has trained many generations of paediatricians specialising in endocrinology in Singapore. We also provide training to doctors from regional countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, India and Brunei. Many of our trainees have successfully established paediatric endocrine services in their respective home countries.
Furthermore, we are actively engaged in both clinical and translational research. This aligns with our philosophy of bringing scientific discoveries from bench to bedside, benefitting our patients while ensuring that we remain at the forefront of the latest developments and treatments in paediatric endocrinology.
Child and Adolescent Diabetes:
Growth issues: Assess and manage children with short or tall stature, providing individualised therapy.
Pubertal issues: Manage delayed and precocious (early) puberty.
Thyroid issues: Manage the whole spectrum of thyroid disorders affecting neonates, children or adolescents, including Congenital or Acquired Hypothyroidism, Autoimmune Thyroiditis and Hyperthyroidism (Graves' Disease).
Disorders of Sex Development and Genital Ambiguity: Comprehensive assessment for the Disorders of Sex Development at our regional referral centre for the past 30 years.
Adrenal issues: Manage disorders including Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia, Congenital Adrenal Hypoplasia and Cushing Syndrome.
Obesity: Multidisciplinary weight management clinic to help children who are overweight and manage complications related to the metabolic syndrome, including hypertension, lipid disorders and fatty liver disease.
Bone problems: Assess and manage disorders of bone mineralisation including Osteogenesis Imperfecta, juvenile and secondary osteoporosis.
Cancer late effects and fertility preservation: Specialist clinics screening and managing the growth and hormonal disorders for patients who have undergone chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer
Our team also offers the full compendium of services which include management of the following:
For hormonal deficiencies, we offer a variety of treatments tailored to each patient’s needs, such as:
Our division hosts an annual renal-diabetes camp for children and teenagers living with diabetes. Additionally, we organise a day camp annually for children with diabetes. These events are designed to foster a sense of community and support among the children, allowing them to share experiences and strategies for managing their condition with peers facing similar challenges.
At these camps, younger children gain independence by learning to administer their insulin injections, while teenagers connect with others who are successfully managing their diabetes, offering mutual emotional support. The camps encourages the participants to maintain a positive mindset and emphasises the importance of diligent diabetes management in preventing long-term complications such as diabetic nephropathy.
At your first appointment, your child will be evaluated by a paediatrician specialising in endocrine disorders in children, who will conduct a comprehensive review of your child’s medical condition. If necessary, investigations including dynamic endocrine function tests may be scheduled.
Follow-up appointments will involve a detailed discussion of the findings with the family. The paediatrician will present a diagnosis, as well as tailored recommendations for managing the condition.
