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The mission of Department of Paediatric Surgery is to deliver and promote high-quality surgical care for children. The department manages surgical problems in newborns, infants, toddlers, children and teenagers up to the age of 18 years.
We are part of Khoo Teck Puat – National University Children's Medical Institute (KTP-NUCMI), the only public specialist centre in Singapore that offers paediatric kidney and liver transplant programmes.
Head of Department and Senior Consultant
Clinical Lead: Adj A/Prof Vidyadhar Mali
Paediatric gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery includes different surgical procedures for biliary atresia, choledochal cyst, liver tumours, Abernethy malformation and portal hypertension due to portal vein thrombosis.
Through advanced treatments and surgical expertise, we aim to help children live their best lives and delay or avoid liver transplantation when possible.Clinical Lead: Dr Nyo Yoke Lin
We focus on treating urological problems in children, such as:
Obstruction in the urinary tract: Often identified during prenatal screenings or post-birth investigations, obstruction at various levels of the urinary tract require a nuanced approach. We work closely with paediatric nephrologists to devise both short-term and long-term management plans tailored to each child’s needs.
Intersex disorders: This complex area involves disorders of sexual differentiation leading to ambiguous sexual characteristics. Our approach encompasses identifying the appropriate gender, ensuring internal organ consistency with external genitalia, deciding on gender rearing, assessing future fertility potential and offering counselling and informed choices regarding surgical procedures. We work closely with paediatricians specialising in endocrinology to ensure holistic care for the child and their family.
Lower urinary tract symptoms: For children experiencing lower urinary tract symptoms, wetting and neurologically affected bladders, we provide specialised diagnostic and individualised care. Our team offers bladder dynamic evaluations in a child-friendly setting and devices management plans, which may include urotherapy or surgical interventions, based on the diagnostic results.
Clinical Lead: Dr Lee Yang Yang
Our Paediatric Trauma service focuses on treating injuries in children, addressing their different anatomical and physiological responses to trauma.
Surgical Director: Adj A/Prof Vidyadhar Mali
We are part of KTP-NUCMI, the only public specialist centre in Singapore that offers paediatric kidney and liver transplant programmes. As a national referral centre for children with end-stage kidney disease or in need of a liver transplant, we are dedicated to provide dialysis for chronic kidney disease and comprehensive management in the pre, peri and post-transplant periods following liver or kidney transplantation.
Our paediatric kidney and liver transplant programme has consistently achieved excellent outcomes compared to international benchmarks.
We offer minimally invasive surgeries for a range of conditions related to the lungs, appendix, stomach, kidneys, and developmental malformations of the rectum and anus. These include gastro-oesophageal reflux, anorectal malformations, intersex disorder, non-functioning kidneys, undescended testis, appendicitis, varicoceles and thoracic lesions.
We provide counselling sessions in discussion with obstetricians for parents facing abnormal prenatal scans. The aim is to address concerns, reduce anxiety and assist in informed decision-making during pregnancy and after the child is born.
Paediatric day surgery is appropriate for a range of paediatric age groups and procedures, providing significant benefits to both children and their families. Anaesthesia and analgesia are tailored for a smooth recovery, with clear guidance provided for home care.
Lead: Nurse Clinician Junaidah Binte Abu Bakar
We provide a range of services, including chronic wound care, stoma care, stoma siting or planning, and instructions for clean intermittent catheterisation (CIC) and rectal washouts.
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| Chest | Head and Neck |
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Clinical Lead: Adj A/Prof Vincent Nga
The Paediatric Neurosurgical Service, part of the Division of Neurosurgery, delivers care for paediatric neurosurgical patients. Our clinical management and outcomes align with global benchmarks set by academic paediatric neurosurgical units.
We work closely with paediatricians and surgeons from other affiliated medical and surgical services such as Paediatric Neurology, Paediatric Haematology and Oncology, Paediatric General Surgery, Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology and Diagnostic Imaging (Neuroradiology) to provide care for paediatric patients.
For more information about Paediatric Neurosurgery, click here.
During the first appointment, a surgeon specialising in surgery for children will conduct a comprehensive review of your child’s surgical condition and determine if a surgery is necessary for your child's condition. Depending on the specific situation, additional tests such as blood investigations or diagnostic imaging may be necessary.
If your child’s condition needs an operation, an elective surgery may be scheduled. Our dedicated counselling service at our clinic will provide you with detailed guidelines on how to prepare for your child’s procedure, feeding guidelines and what to expect before, during and after the procedure.
For emergency medical and surgical conditions, we provide a 24-hour emergency surgical service. The Children's Emergency department is staffed by paediatricians who will assess your child and call upon the relevant surgical specialists as per your child's condition. For after-hours assistance, the paediatric surgical registrar and surgeons can be reached through the Hospital switchboard (65) 6908 2222.
In conjunction with the Wong Hock Boon Paediatric Masterclass, the department hosted the first IPLTS on 24th August 2023. A regional meeting, the event brought forth a collaborative platform for specialists to explore common topics pertaining to liver transplantation in children.
The event marked a significant advancement for paediatric robotic surgery at NUH, where the team received expert guidance from Professor Mohan Gundeti on paediatric procedures using the da Vinci Robotic Surgical System and the latest advancements in the field.
Following the event, the exchange of ideas and innovations continued at the NUH Grand Rounds and Continual Medical Education (CME) lectures.
For information on clinical fellowships and observerships, click here.
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