Bariatric & Weight-Loss Surgeons in Singapore (2026)
Bariatric (weight-loss) surgery in Singapore is performed by general surgeons with subspecialty training in metabolic and obesity surgery. Procedures include gastric sleeve, gastric bypass and intragastric balloon. This is a directory of established providers, not a clinical ranking — verify SMC accreditation directly before booking.
Dr Melvin Look
Dr Melvin Look is a general and gastrointestinal surgeon at PanAsia Surgery, Mount Elizabeth Novena. His practice covers gallbladder, hernia and endoscopy alongside laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery. He has a longstanding interest in upper-GI and bariatric surgery. He leads a multi-specialty surgical group practice.
Visit website →Dr Ganesh Ramalingam
Dr Ganesh Ramalingam leads G&L Surgical Clinic at Mount Elizabeth Novena and is a general surgeon trained at the National University of Singapore with fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. His practice spans hernia, gallbladder, appendix, endoscopy and trauma, as well as bariatric surgery. He helped develop bariatric programmes in the public sector at Alexandra Hospital and Khoo Teck Puat Hospital. The clinic emphasises transparent costing and insurance support.
Visit website →Dr Jaideep Raj Rao
Dr Jaideep Raj Rao leads JR Surgery at Mount Elizabeth Novena and is a senior consultant surgeon. He subspecialises in minimal-access, robotic and bariatric surgery, as well as hernia repair and complex abdominal-wall reconstruction. His practice combines weight-loss surgery with advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques. He brings extensive experience in minimally invasive abdominal surgery.
Visit website →Dr Toh Bin Chet
Dr Toh Bin Chet practises at Nexus Surgical, with clinics at Mount Elizabeth and Parkway East, and is an upper-GI and bariatric surgeon. He helped set up the bariatric service at Sengkang General Hospital before private practice. His work covers weight-loss surgery alongside upper-GI conditions. He is part of the Nexus Surgical group practice.
Visit website →Dr Lim Khong Hee
Dr Lim Khong Hee practises at Nexus Surgical, Mount Elizabeth, and was formerly Chief of the Upper GI Service at Tan Tock Seng Hospital. He subspecialises in upper gastrointestinal surgery, hernia repair and advanced laparoscopic surgery, including surgery for morbid obesity. He brings significant public-sector leadership experience. He is part of the Nexus Surgical group practice.
Visit website →Public hospital & subsidised options
SGH Obesity Centre
KTPH Bariatric Surgery Service
Frequently Asked Questions
Generally, candidates have a BMI of 32.5+ with obesity-related conditions (diabetes, sleep apnoea) or BMI 37.5+. A surgeon assesses suitability individually.
Bariatric surgery for clinically obese patients meeting MOH criteria is often partially Medisave-claimable and may be covered by Integrated Shield Plans. Confirm with the clinic and your insurer.
Both are effective. Sleeve gastrectomy is simpler and common; bypass may give greater weight loss and better diabetes control but is more complex. Your surgeon will advise based on your profile.
Compiled from publicly available sources for patient reference — listings are not endorsements or a clinical ranking. Details can change; please verify current registration and credentials directly with each provider before booking.