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Podiatry Department

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Podiatry is an allied health profession devoted to the study, diagnosis and treatment of disorders of lower limbs . Podiatrists see people of all ages and from all walks of life.

Qualifications

The minimum qualification of a podiatrist in Singapore is a degree from a regconised university. Podiatrists in SGH are registered members of the Podiatry Association ( Singapore ).

Services
Staff Members

Biomechanical Examination and Gait Analysis

We provide detailed biomechanical examination and gait analysis to identify abnormalities in foot function in standing, walking and non-weightbearing conditions.

Orthotics Prescription

We provide off-the-shelf and custom-made orthoses to patients who require functional control to optimally support their foot posture,

Footwear Recommendations

We advise and recommend appropriate footwear after taking into consideration the individual’s foot type, activity level and occupation.

Therapeutic Treatment

We provide ultrasound therapy, supportive foot strapping and advise on suitable stretching and strengthening exercises to patients who are suffering from chronic or acute musculoskeletal foot conditions (e.g. plantar fasciitis).

Lower Limb Ulceration Management

We provide holistic wound care management involving wound assessment, sharps debridement, choice of dressing and necessary offloading devices.

Routine Foot Care (Skin and Nail Care)

We diagnose and provide treatment for skin and nail conditions of the foot – such as corns, calluses, wart and fungal nail conditions. Regular treatment assists in keeping our patient’s feet healthy.

Nail Surgery

For patients who are suffering from recurring ingrown toenails, we are able to perform a simple procedure under local anaesthesia to remove the offending nail with phenolisation,

Cryotherapy

Liquid nitrogen cryotherapy is one of our options to treat viral warts on lower limb.

Head of Department (Acting)

Marabelle Heng
BPod ( Australia ), BSc (Molecular & Cell Biology)

Senior Podiatrist

Michael Lai
BA ( USA )
DPM ( USA ) License No: N005597

Podiatrists

Kimberly Tan
BPod ( Australia )

Tan Chiang Wei
BPod ( Australia )

Manfred Mak
BSc (Hons) Podiatry ( UK )
HPC ( UK ) Reg No: CH31464

Natalie Tang
BSc (Hons) Podiatry ( UK )
HPC ( UK ) Reg No: CH31471

Ng Chee Hong
B.Health Science (Podiatry) ( Australia )

Eliza Ong
BSc (Hons) Podiatry ( UK )

Tay Kai Ming
BSc (Hons) Podiatry ( UK )

Ryan Burrows
B.Health Science (Hons) Podiatry ( Australia )
AHPRA (Aust) Reg No: POD0001599498

Nicolyn Tan
B.Health Science (Podiatry) ( Australia )