Dermatology (skin disorders)
The Division of Dermatology manages all dermatology inpatients and referrals. We also run daily outpatient clinics and provide specialized investigations and treatments in all aspects of dermatological problems.
Outpatient Services:
Medical Dermatology
Medical dermatological cases seen here range from common to rare and covers patients of all age groups.
Surgical Dermatology
(Clinic sessions on Wednesday mornings)
We evaluate and manage a full range of skin lumps, bumps and discolorations such as epidermal cyst, lipoma, neurofibroma, warts, skin tags, keloids, moles, seborrhoeic keratosis, skin cancers, epidermal naevus, vitiligo, melasma, naevus of Ota, café au lait macules, tattoos, drug-induced pigmentation etc.
Skin Cancer Screening and Surveillance
(Clinic sessions are Monday afternoons)
The objectives are:
- Early detection of cancerous change in pre-existing or new moles with an aim to early removal of malignant melanoma, hence reducing cancer morbidity and mortality.
- Screening and periodic surveillance of pre- and post-organ transplant recipients for precancerous and cancerous skin lesions with an aim to secondary prevention; and primary preventive strategies by education and sun protection.
All individuals with more than 10 moles, moles on inconspicuous sites, family history of malignant melanoma, giant congenital melanocytic naevus (>20cm), history of primary skin cancer and organ transplants are eligible for this programme.
Dermatological Aesthetic Clinic (including aesthetic procedures)
(Clinic sessions on Tuesday mornings)
Our services include:
- Laser-assisted hair removal
- Chemical peel using either glycolic acid or trichloroacetic acid
- Pigment removal with QS Nd:Yag laser
- Wrinkle reduction using botulinum toxin or filler injections
- Removal of facial and leg veins using injections
- Laser or electrocautery treatments
- Microlaser skin resurfacing (for wrinkles, coarseness, acne scarring)
- Laser and radiofrequency-assisted skin tightening
- Treatment of sweaty palms, armpits and feet using botulinum toxin injections
- Removal of moles, "facial oil deposits", skin tags, seborrhoeic warts, etc.
Dermatological Procedures
A variety of skin biopsies, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemical peeling, intralesional steroid injections, carbon dioxide laser surgery etc are performed by our dermatologists and Dermatology nurse clinician.
Phototherapy
We have broadband ultraviolet A and narrowband ultraviolet B phototherapy units for full body as well as local treatments. We also offer targeted phototherapy (Multiclear) for psoriasis, vitiligo and acne.
Nurse Wart Clinic
Our Dermatology nurse clinician runs a weekly intensive clinic treating warts with a combination of paring and cryosurgery. The option for electrocautery (or carbon dioxide laser) can also be discussed.
Investigations
- Skin prick tests
- Patch tests
- Fungal / Scabies Microscopy
- Tzanck Smear
- Various skin biopsies
Daily ad hoc counselling with Dermatology nurse clinician
New or difficult, both inpatient and outpatient cases of chronic skin conditions, receive personalised counselling with our Dermatology care nurse. Our Dermatology nurse clinician runs a chronic skin diseases clinic every Tuesday, which caters specifically to eczema and psoriasis.
Specialist Outpatient Clinic/ Centre
University Dermatology Clinic
Main Building Level 3, Lift Lobby 1
Tel : 6772 2370 (Clinic Main Line)
6772 2002 (For Appointments)
Email: dermatology@nuhs.edu.sg
Operating Hours:
8.30am - 5.30pm (Mondays - Fridays)
Closed on Saturdays, Sundays & Public Holidays
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Centre
Kent Ridge Wing, Level 4
Tel : 6772 2022 (For Appointments)
Operating Hours:
8.00am - 5.30pm (Mondays - Fridays)
Closed on Saturdays, Sundays & Public Holidays
Inpatient Services:
The dermatology division attends to inpatient referrals from all disciplines. Patients seen in the University Dermatology Clinic with more complex and serious skin disorders may also be admitted for more intensive workup, nursing care and coordinated multidisciplinary management.
