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The Straits Geriatrics Centre

Geriatric Medicine

Specialties

Geriatric assessments, chronic disease management, memory and mobility support

Language

English, Mandarin

Accessibilities & Facilities

  • Wheelchair-accessible

  • Lift access

  • Onsite Parking

About

The Straits Geriatrics Centre offers personalised, holistic care for older adults, covering physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being. With locations at Gleneagles Medical Centre and Toa Payoh Community Clinic in Singapore, the centre provides comprehensive services including dementia risk assessments, fall prevention, rehabilitation support, hospital care coordination, and home-based nursing. Led by experienced geriatricians, the centre aims to promote active, dignified ageing through family-centred collaboration and evidence-based practices.

Specialist(s)

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Dr Tan Mei Ying Melanie
Senior Consultant Geriatrician & Medical Director

Convenient Locations

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Gleneagles Medical Centre,

6 Napier Road, #03-14,

Singapore 258499

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Community Clinic

BLK 185 Toa Payoh Central,

#01-320, Singapore 310185

Operating Hours

Monday to Friday     8.30am – 5.30pm

Saturday                    8.30am – 12.30am

Sundays & Public Holidays        Closed

Operating hours are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please contact the clinic.

Services Offered

  • Geriatric assessments: memory/mood, falls & bone health, strength/frailty, functional assessments, medication reconciliation

  • Nurse-led screening packages including dementia risk, mobility, nutrition, and mood screening

  • Nursing care and home visits: home nursing, rehabilitation therapy, wound care, caregiver training

  • Therapy & support: physiotherapy, memory care, social support, hospice and palliative coordination

  • Hospital care coordination and telehealth follow-up support

Teleconsultation Available

Telehealth follow-up support is available.

Conditions Treated

  • Cognitive decline, dementia, depression, anxiety, and memory impairment

  • Fall risk, frailty, sarcopenia, mobility decline

  • Chronic disease management (e.g. diabetes, hypertension) in seniors

  • Continence problems, sensory impairments, polypharmacy evaluation

  • End-of-life and palliative comfort care

Accepted Insurance Providers

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Singlife

Payment Options

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Cash

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Credit Card

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Nets

Need Help?

Contact the clinic in advance if you’re unsure about your coverage or claim process.

Verification Status

✓ Verified, Aug 2025

Need Answers? We've Got You Covered

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