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Colorectal cancer is the #1 cancer in SingaporE

A large majority of cases can be prevented with early detection through a Colonoscopy

Colorectal cancer is the #1 cancer in SingaporE

A large majority of cases can be prevented with early detection through a Colonoscopy

When do you need to undergo a Colonoscopy?

Colonoscopy is a preventive measure for conditions such as colon cancer and rectal cancer. It is one of the most sensitive tests available for colorectal cancer screening.

Colorectal cancer is the most common form of cancer in Singapore. However, It is also one of the most preventable forms of cancer. Most colorectal cancers develop from polyps in the colon or rectum walls. They may increase in size and turn cancerous over time.

The best prevention for colorectal cancer is regular screening for and removal of polyps

Colonoscopy Report

Fully sedated procedure

30 minutes to 1 hour procedure

Medisave/Insurance claimable

Removal of polyps (growths) if found

The following symptoms are usually signs of colon cancer. If you are experiencing them, consult a medical professional immediately.

However, it is important to note that more than 50% of colon cancer cases present no symptoms.

Abdominal Discomfort

Frequent bloating

Recurring constipation

Rapid weight loss

Recurring diarrhoea

Unusual stool colour

Bleeding when passing motion

Any changes in bowel movement

Abdominal
discomfort

Frequent
bloating

Recurring
constipation

Rapid
weight loss

Recurring
diarrhoea

Unusual
stool colour

Bleeding when
passing motion

Any changes in bowel movement

Importance of Colorectal Cancer Screening

- Ong Ye Kung Minister for Health, Singapore

@ongyekung

Why you need to do colorectal screening.

♬ original sound - Ye Kung Ong

Consultant General Surgeon
Dr Aaron Poh

Consultant General Surgeon Dr Aaron Poh

Dr Aaron Poh is a fully accredited General Surgery specialist with the Specialist Accreditation Board and Ministry of Health, with double subspecialties in Colorectal surgery and Trauma surgery. He is currently the Medical Director at Alpine Surgical Practice.

20 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

5000+
scopes performed

Colorectal Fellowship
in the UK

Specialisation in Laparoscopic keyhole surgery

Best General Surgeon Gold Winner 2023

During a Colonoscopy

A colonoscopy typically lasts anywhere from 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Step 01

You will lie on your left side bending your knees. IV line will be inserted and you will be asleep during the whole procedure

Step 02

Colonoscope is inserted into your rectum to detect abnormalities or changes in your colon

Step 03

If Dr Poh detects polyps or abnormal growths inside the colon, he is able to remove them

Step 04

You will wake up 1 to 2 hours later and you can be discharged on the same day

After a Colonoscopy

Some mild bloating or cramping may be present after the procedure but you should return to normal in a few hours. However, it is important to let your doctor know if you experience any unusual symptoms after the procedure.

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After a Colonoscopy

Some mild bloating or cramping may be present after the procedure but you should return to normal in a few hours. However, it is important to let your doctor know if you experience any unusual symptoms after the procedure.

Colon Cancer & How Conoloscopy Can Prevent It

Insurance

Integrated Shield Plans

For our patients with Integrated Shield plans with riders for private hospital coverage, Alpine Surgical Practice is able to help you with the application of the Letter of Guarantee (LOG) or Pre-Authorisation Certificates for cashless payment on the day of your procedure. In addition, we work with the Hospital or Surgical centres to do Electronic filing for your medical claims.

Advisor Partners​

We understand that some of your insurance plans may come with deductible and co-insurance. Our insurance advisor partners will advise you on how to utilise your Medisave and your existing Corporate insurance to cover the deductible and co-insurance so that there is minimal cash outlay.

We also understand that with the increasing adoption of pay-per-use insurance policies with rise in premiums per claim, it is important to control costs. As such, Alpine Surgical Practice works with our partnering Day Surgery centers to cut down costs for minor procedures and scopes.

  • AIA
  • AXA
  • NTUC income
  • Prudential
  • Raffles Health Insurance
  • Singlife with AVIVA
Corporate Insurance Plans

For our patients with Corporate insurance plans, Alpine Surgical Practice is similarly able to help with the application of Letter of Guarantee (LOG) or Pre-Authorisation Certificates for cashless payment on the day of your procedure. Alpine Surgical Practice is on the panel for the following plans and that enables us to see you with the relevant referral letter from your GP or another specialist.

Advisor Partners​

We understand that some corporate insurance policies may not provide full coverage and our insurance advisor partners can advise on how to utilise your Medisave to cover the remaining sum so that there is minimal cash outlay.

It is important that your medical problems are being managed without worrying about the nuances of the insurance claims. Our Alpine staff will be able to help you with both your medical and insurance needs.

  • Adept Health
  • AIA
  • Alliance Medinet
  • AXA Global Healthcare
  • BlueCross BlueShield Global
  • BUPA Insurance Services
  • Cigna Singapore and Global
  • Doctor Anywhere (DA) Adept Health
  • Fullerton Healthcare Group
  • FWD Insurance
  • GeoBlue
  • Great Eastern Health Connect
  • Henner International
  • Howden Insurance
  • HTH Worldwide
  • Integrated Health Plans (IHP)
  • iXchange
  • Liberty Insurance
  • Mednefits
  • MSH International
  • NOW Health International
  • NTUC Income
  • Parkway Shenton
  • PPP International
  • QBE Insurance
  • Singlife with AVIVA
  • Smarter Health
  • Tokio Marine Insurance Group

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