O&G The Women’s Medical Specialist

Visiting a gynaecologist regularly is necessary for every woman to keep herself in good health. But what if you don’t actually have to ‘make’ a visit? With our telemedicine services, you can now receive a specialist’s expert guidance from the comfort of your own home.

O&G The Women’s Medical Specialist

About Our Resident Ob-Gyn SpecialistDr. Tan Thiam Chye

Dr Tan Thiam Chye is currently Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at O&G The Women’s Medical Specialist. Over his 15 years as a dedicated & caring gynaecologist, Dr Tan has delivered over 5000 babies.

Prior to joining us, Dr Tan was the Head of Department and a Senior Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Urgent O&G Centre at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital (KKH).

Dr Tan has been serving as an Associate Professor (OBGYN) in Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School since 2013. He has won numerous awards as both a clinician and educator, including the Singapore Health Quality Service Gold Award in 2015.

Some of his other achievements include co-authoring a book that won the British Medical Association Book Award in 2015 and co-developing a new web portal and mobile app with the Health Promotion Board in 2016 – 2017.

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About Our Resident Ob-Gyn SpecialistDr. Tan Thiam Chye

Dr Tan Thiam Chye is currently Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at O&G The Women’s Medical Specialist. Over his 15 years as a dedicated & caring gynaecologist, Dr Tan has delivered over 5000 babies.

Prior to joining us, Dr Tan was the Head of Department and a Senior Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Urgent O&G Centre at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital (KKH).

Our Telemedicine Services

Telemedicine is the use of telecommunication and information technology to provide remote clinical healthcare. In other words, it’s about bringing specialist medical advice straight to you via your Internet-enabled device, wherever you may be in the world.

We have partnered telemedicine platform HiDoc to connect you directly with Dr Tan’s expertise and care. Through HiDoc, you will be able to book teleconsultations with Dr Tan in the form of a phone call or video chat.

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Our Telemedicine Services

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Benefits of Teleconsulting

There are many benefits that telemedicine can offer you over the course of your wellness journey. Some of these include:

Increased Convenience and Accessibility

Get Dr Tan’s expert opinion whenever you need it, regardless of where you are.

Less Physical Exertion

As an expectant mother, you may be less mobile than usual. Teleconsultations can help reduce the physical toll on your body from travelling and moving about.

Reduced Costs and Waiting Time

Save on the cost of transportation and other related expenses. Prearranged call times also cut down the amount of time you would normally spend waiting to see Dr Tan.

Individualised Care and Attention

Based on your home environment and condition at the time of the teleconsultation, Dr Tan will be able to tailor his assessment to provide even more personalised care.

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Benefits of Teleconsulting

There are many benefits that telemedicine can offer you over the course of your wellness journey.
Some of these include:

Increased Convenience and Accessibility

Get Dr Tan’s expert opinion whenever you need it, regardless of where you are.

Less Physical Exertion

As an expectant mother, you may be less mobile than usual. Teleconsultations can help reduce the physical toll on your body from travelling and moving about.

Reduced Costs and Waiting Time

Save on the cost of transportation and other related expenses. Prearranged call times also cut down the amount of time you would normally spend waiting to see Dr Tan.

Individualised Care and Attention

Based on your home environment and condition at the time of the teleconsultation, Dr Tan will be able to tailor his assessment to provide even more personalised care.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the process like when I use HiDoc for teleconsultations?

Teleconsultations are conducted in real-time between you and Dr Tan.

Where needed, Dr Tan may advise you to have the following medical equipment on hand to facilitate a more thorough teleconsultation:

Thermometer (to measure temperature)
Sphygmomanometer (to check blood pressure and heart rate)
Glucometer (to check blood glucose level)
Weighing scale (to measure body mass or weight)

What are the devices that I can use for teleconsultations?

You can use the web browsers on any laptop or desktop computer (Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Safari, etc.).

You can choose to have the teleconsultation via your mobile device as well – you will need to download the HiDoc mobile app beforehand.

What do I need to prepare before starting my teleconsultation?

Ensure that you are in an enclosed and private area.
Make sure your device’s camera and microphone are working properly so Dr Tan is able to see and hear you clearly during the teleconsultation.

How long will I have to wait for my teleconsultation with Dr Tan?

Waiting times depend on the number of patients in the queue to consult Dr Tan.

Can I book offline appointments with Dr Tan through HiDoc?

Yes, there is an option to have an in-person consultation at Dr Tan’s office instead of by teleconsultation. You simply have to indicate your preferred time and day.

Hear what others have to say about their journeys with Dr Tan:

“A big thank you to [Dr Tan] for seeing us through our pregnancy journey, the successful C-section surgery and for delivering a healthy baby.” Read More

“Dearest Dr Tan,

Just want to say a big thank you to you for seeing us through our pregnancy journey. Thank you for the successful C-section surgery and for delivering a healthy baby 😊.

We really appreciate the care and concern showered upon us by you and your team. We couldn’t have transited well into parenthood without your support. Thank you!

With much love,

– Andre, Diane & Evan

– Andre, Diane & Evan

“Thanks to [Dr Tan’s] early diagnosis, I was able to deliver my lovely baby girl healthy and without complications.” Read More

“Dear Dr Tan,

Thank you for your care throughout my pregnancy. It was not easy during the first few months of my pregnancy, but with you and your team’s care, I recovered well and was soon able to get back to work.

Time flew and soon I was in my third trimester. Thanks to your early diagnosis, I was able to deliver my lovely baby girl healthy and without complications.

We wish you and your team all the best.

Warm regards,

Khai Sing, How Run & Baby Yu Ning”

– Khai Sing, How Run & Baby Yu Ning

Hear what others have to say about their journeys with Dr Tan:

“A big thank you to [Dr Tan] for seeing us through our pregnancy journey, the successful C-section surgery and for delivering a healthy baby.” Read More

“Dearest Dr Tan,

Just want to say a big thank you to you for seeing us through our pregnancy journey. Thank you for the successful C-section surgery and for delivering a healthy baby 😊.

We really appreciate the care and concern showered upon us by you and your team. We couldn’t have transited well into parenthood without your support. Thank you!

With much love,

– Andre, Diane & Evan

– Andre, Diane & Evan

“Thanks to [Dr Tan’s] early diagnosis, I was able to deliver my lovely baby girl healthy and without complications.” Read More

“Dear Dr Tan,

Thank you for your care throughout my pregnancy. It was not easy during the first few months of my pregnancy, but with you and your team’s care, I recovered well and was soon able to get back to work.

Time flew and soon I was in my third trimester. Thanks to your early diagnosis, I was able to deliver my lovely baby girl healthy and without complications.

We wish you and your team all the best.

Warm regards,

Khai Sing, How Run & Baby Yu Ning”

– Khai Sing, How Run & Baby Yu Ning