Consider seeing a hand specialist in Singapore if you are experiencing pain, bruising or swelling in your forearm, wrist, hand or fingers that has lasted for more than three days.
MBBS (Singapore), MRCS (Edinburgh), MMed (Surgery), FAMS (Hand Surgery)
Formerly the Head of Department of Hand and Reconstructive Microsurgery at Singapore General Hospital, Dr Jacqueline Tan is a female hand surgeon in Singapore who also serves as the Director of Micro-Reconstruction Service and Director of Peripheral Nerve and Paralytic Upper Limb Service.
Upon the completion of her training as a hand surgeon in Singapore, Dr Tan was awarded the prestigious Health Manpower Development Plan scholarship by the Ministry of Health (MOH). She also completed a one-year advanced fellowship in Taiwan under the tutelage of internationally-acclaimed Hand and Orthopaedic Microsurgeon—Professor Yuan-Kun Tu—to specialise in Brachial Plexus Surgery and Advanced Microsurgery.
Alongside her career as a hand surgeon, Dr Tan is also active in academic teaching, currently holding teaching appointments of Adjunct Assistant Professor in Duke-NUS Medical School and Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University Singapore. Her past appointments include:
Dr Tan has also published widely in the field of hand surgery with numerous first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals. As a hand and wrist specialist, she also speaks regularly at several local, regional, and international conferences, focusing on brachial plexus injuries, thumb carpometacarpal arthritis, and hand and wrist trauma.
She is also a member of many local and international professional societies including the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the Asia Pacific Wrist Association and the International Microsurgery Club. She is also the organising Chairperson for many notable inaugural courses such as the AO Trauma Asia Pacific Masters Hand & Wrist Course in 2016, Exit Exam Preparatory Course in 2017, SSHS Hand Surgery Revision Series in 2020, and the Asia Pacific Federation of Societies for Surgery of the Hand Meeting 2023.
In 2023, Dr Jacqueline Tan also attended a meeting at the Asia Pacific Federation of Societies for Surgery of the Hand, sharing insightful knowledge and experiences.
Singapore Society for Hand Surgery
Chapter of Hand Surgeons, College of Surgeons Singapore
Singapore Reconstructive Microsurgery Society
Hand Surgery Residency Advisory Committee
Singapore Medical Council’s Panel of Medical Assessors
JCST Panel of Site Accreditors
2019-2021
2021
Honoring Covid-19 Healthcare Heroes
2018
SingHealth Residency
2016
2016
2012-2015
National University of Singapore
We value every patient as a distinct individual with unique medical needs. Our hand doctor understands that every patient is an individual whose living can be compromised by his/her condition. Thus, we pride ourselves on providing the most personalised clinical care possible and treatment outcomes. Our hand surgeon tailors the treatments based on your lifestyle, requirements and healthcare needs, minimizing the effects of the treatment on your daily activities so you can live comfortably through the process. At our centre, we believe in providing personalized care as it allows for better surgical outcomes and faster recovery as well as creates a supportive environment for our patients.
My greatest joy is to see patients regaining their ability to move their hands.
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve becomes pinched and compressed due to inflammation of the tissue lining the tendons, fluid retention or the presence of a ganglion cyst. It is mostly observed in women and could be attributed to having a smaller carpal tunnel area as compared to men. Some of the most obvious signs include a tingling sensation and numbing in the hands that are most often felt during the night. If you suspect you are suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome, it is advisable that you visit a hand surgeon to seek treatment early to prevent your condition from worsening.
Consider seeing a hand specialist in Singapore if you are experiencing pain, bruising or swelling in your forearm, wrist, hand or fingers that has lasted for more than three days.
An orthopaedic surgeon specialises in the musculoskeletal system and is familiar with general medical and surgical treatments. A hand surgeon is trained in both orthopaedic and plastic surgery but is a subspecialist in the treatment of the hand, wrist and upper extremity.
As with any other surgery, hand surgery comes with its fair share of risks and complications related to the surgery itself as well as anaesthesia. Common risks include bleeding, infection and injury to nerves or tendons. Thus, it is advisable to consult your hand surgeon before surgery to clarify any doubts you may have.
The cost for hand surgery varies according to your condition and the type of surgical treatment needed. It is recommended that you speak to your hand doctor to find out the exact cost and how your insurance coverage might help.
Carpal tunnel surgery, trigger finger surgery, tendon repair, nerve repair and fracture fixations are some of the most common hand surgeries performed.
The success rate for hand surgery is high with good outcomes in terms of pain relief, range of motion and grip strength. The results are fairly predictable, hence hand surgery is worth a try if your hand surgeon has recommended it.
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