Spine Surgeons in Singapore (2026)
Spine surgeons in Singapore treat back and neck conditions — herniated disc, sciatica, spinal stenosis and scoliosis — increasingly with minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. This is a directory, not a clinical ranking. Verify SMC accreditation directly before booking.
Dr Huang Yilun
Dr Huang Yilun practises at Total Orthopaedic Care & Surgery in Novena and is an endoscopic spine surgeon. He completed fellowship training in endoscopic spine surgery in Busan under Dr Choi Dae Jung and in Bordeaux under Dr Remi Mariey. His focus is on minimally invasive and motion-preserving spine surgery. His practice covers a range of spinal conditions using endoscopic techniques.
Visit website →Dr Jacob Oh
Dr Jacob Oh is Head of the Spine Service at Tan Tock Seng Hospital and founding Director of the NHG Spine Centre. He specialises in minimally invasive spine surgery, adult spinal deformity, and the use of navigation and robotics in spine surgery. He combines clinical leadership with an academic and teaching role in the public sector. He manages complex spinal conditions at a tertiary referral centre.
Dr Hee Hwan Tak
Dr Hee Hwan Tak leads the Pinnacle Spine & Scoliosis Centre at Mount Elizabeth and is an adjunct associate professor and spine surgeon. His subspecialty focus includes scoliosis, spinal deformity, minimally invasive surgery and cervical spine surgery. He brings extensive experience in complex spinal correction. He combines private practice with an academic appointment.
Visit website →Dr Tan Seang Beng
Dr Tan Seang Beng leads the Orthopaedic and Spine Clinic at Mount Elizabeth and was formerly Director of the Singapore General Hospital Spine Service. He subspecialises in minimally invasive spine surgery and spinal deformity. He brings significant public-sector leadership experience to private practice. His work covers a range of complex spinal conditions.
Visit website →Dr Yue Wai Mun
Dr Yue Wai Mun practises at The Orthopaedic Centre and is an orthopaedic surgeon subspecialising in spine. He was formerly a senior consultant in the Singapore General Hospital Spine Service, where he was a pioneer of minimally invasive and computer-navigated spine surgery. His practice covers spine, scoliosis and complex orthopaedic conditions. He brings extensive public-sector spine experience.
Visit website →Public hospital & subsidised options
National Neuroscience Institute (NNI)
SGH Spine Service
Frequently Asked Questions
Most back and neck pain improves with conservative care (physiotherapy, medication). See a spine surgeon for severe or persistent symptoms, leg weakness/numbness, or if conservative care fails.
No. Many conditions are now treated with minimally invasive or endoscopic (keyhole) techniques with smaller incisions and faster recovery.
Medically necessary spine surgery is Medisave-claimable up to limits and often covered by Integrated Shield Plans. Confirm with the clinic and insurer.
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.