About
Dr Melanie Tan Mei Ying is a Senior Consultant Geriatrician in Singapore with extensive experience in geriatric medicine. A graduate of Monash University in Australia, she completed her residency in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine at National University Hospital in Singapore.
Dr Tan holds Membership of the Royal College of Physicians in the UK and is a Fellow of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore. She also developed innovative geriatric programs such as the HOME (Help Optimise and Mobilise Elders) unit and the Elder Bundle to promote elderly mobility and independence. Widely recognised for her compassionate and holistic care, she currently serves as Vice President of the Society for Geriatric Medicine, Singapore.
At The Straits Geriatrics Centre, located at Gleneagles Medical Centre with community outreach at Toa Payoh Community Clinic, Dr Tan delivers personalised, multidisciplinary geriatric care tailored to each individual’s physical, cognitive, and emotional needs. Her services include comprehensive assessments for falls, frailty, memory, functional and medication reviews, as well as therapy coordination, nursing support, home visits, and telehealth. Patients and families can expect supportive guidance, clear communication, and continuity of care, empowering seniors to age with dignity, strength, and confidence.
Education & Credentials
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MBBS from Monash University, Australia (graduated 2010)
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Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP UK), conferred in 2015
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Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP UK)
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Fellow of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore (FAMS, Geriatric Medicine), conferred in 2018
Specialist Certifications
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Graduate Diploma in Palliative Care
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Certified in Homecare and Palliative Care (enhancing holistic clinical approach)
Clinical Experience
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Comprehensive geriatric assessments: mobility, cognition, mood, medication, nutrition
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Management of frailty, falls, sarcopenia, and memory decline
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Complex chronic disease care and polypharmacy optimisation
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Functional rehabilitation and discharge planning for older adults
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Homecare and palliative care support for elderly patients
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Development of hospital-wide elder care models: HOME unit and Elder Bundle
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Multidisciplinary care coordination with therapists, nurses, and caregivers
Community Involvement
Dr Melanie Tan has mentored medical students, residents, and nurses at NUH and NTFGH, and contributed to national workgroups on falls and sarcopenia. She advances public geriatric care through her leadership role in the Society for Geriatric Medicine Singapore and collaboration with GERI.
Doctor's Quote
“ Ageing well means more than managing illness, it’s about preserving independence, dignity, and connection. My role is to guide each patient and their family through this journey with care, clarity, and compassion. ”
Convenient Locations
The Straits Geriatrics Centre
Gleneagles Medical Centre, 6 Napier Road, #03-14, Singapore 258499
(updated on 9 Sep 2025)
The Straits Geriatrics Community Clinic
Blk 185 Toa Payoh Central,
#01-320, Singapore 310185
