Seeing a Specialist in Singapore

Understand how specialist care may be accessed, how referrals can work and what to expect when arranging a specialist appointment.

How Does Specialist Care Work?

Do I Need a Referral?

Understand when a referral may be involved and how referral pathways can differ between public and private care.

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Public or Private Specialist Care

Understand practical differences between accessing specialist care through public and private healthcare.

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Your First Specialist Appointment

Learn what may happen during an initial specialist consultation and what information may be requested.

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Specialist Tests & Follow-Up

Understand why a specialist may recommend investigations, further appointments or referral to another healthcare professional.

Learn About the Care Pathway >

Explore Specialist Care by Specialty

Seeing an Ophthalmologist

Learn when eye specialist care may be appropriate and how an ophthalmology appointment may work.

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Seeing a Dermatologist

Understand how specialist care for skin, hair and nail concerns may be accessed.

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Seeing a Gastroenterologist

Learn about specialist care for digestive, liver and gastrointestinal concerns.

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Seeing a Gynaecologist

Understand how gynaecological specialist care may be accessed and what an appointment may involve.

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Before Your Specialist Appointment: What May Be Useful to Check?

	Referral Check whether a referral is required for the care pathway you are using.
	Medical Information Relevant medical records, test results or medication information may be useful.
	Appointment Details Confirm the clinic, specialist, date and any instructions provided before your visit.
	Costs & Coverage Check consultation fees and whether MediSave, insurance or subsidies may be relevant.

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Costs & Fees

Understand what may affect consultation, test, treatment and procedure costs.

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MediSave & Insurance

Understand how MediSave and health insurance may apply to eligible healthcare expenses.

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Government Healthcare Schemes

Learn about government schemes that may support healthcare access and affordability.

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Public vs Private Healthcare

Understand practical differences in accessing public and private healthcare in Singapore.

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