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Ankle Surgery at Centre for Orthopaedics - Parkway East Medical Centre
Centre for Orthopaedics - Parkway East Medical Centre, located in Bishan, Central, Singapore offers patients Ankle Surgery procedures among its total of 61 available procedures, across 1 different specialties
All procedures and treatments are undertaken by the lead specialist at the Hospital, and they have multiple recognized accreditations, including:
- RCSEd - The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
- FAMS - Fellowship of the Academy of Medicine Singapore
- SMA - Singapore Medical Association
- AAOS - American Academy of Orthopeadic Surgeons
- RCSEd - The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
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mervyn chew, 15 Sep 2020
Excellent attitude and professional. Underwent a knee meniscus and cartilage surgery under Dr Chew in August 2019. Back to the road of recovery soon after and was able to run my 21 km by Jan this year
tangine8 tangine8, 14 Sep 2020
Dr Chew is very professional and personal at the same time. My knee operation went very well with the use of robotics and I recovered and walking within 4 weeks. Will definitely recommend him to frien
Bernard Loh, 13 Sep 2020
Dr Jeffery Chew did 2 different kind of surgery for my wife (total hip replacement and ankle)in year 2018 and 2020. Both operations are very successful. We are feel so appreciated and thank you so muc
Angeline David, 11 Sep 2020
Dr Jeffrey Chew is a kind, competent and excellent diagnostician. My friend consulted Dr Jeffrey for lower back pain, a recommended injection was administered and there was an instant and complete rel
david lee, 11 Sep 2020
Dr Jeffrey Chew’s Specialist Center- in Parkway East Hospital and Mt E Novena is well run- and efficient. He’s treated my wife and another family member most professsionally. He and his staff name
Munir Muhammad Said, 11 Sep 2020
Possibly the professional doctor who knows his practice. Genuinely caring. Highly recommended.
Minh Le Duc, 10 Sep 2020
I went through 3 surgeries with Jeffrey: knee PCL, ankle and shoulder dislocation. Results have been fantastic: I am 43 now and still play football twice a week.
Bernard Ong, 09 Sep 2020
I had a right shoulder muscle tear condition since a few months back and was in pain. Was hesitant to see a Doctor because I didn’t want to go for surgery. Finally, I couldn’t stand the pain and w
G Dayaram, 09 Sep 2020
As a result of an industrial accident, I suffered a compression fracture in my spine. This subsequently led to me having problem with my spinal chord which required me to undergo spinal surgery. My pr
Lian Choo Thian, 08 Sep 2020
Dr Jeff Chew was great. Friendly, professional and reassuring. Nurses are very kind and helpful. Very happy with the outcome of my knee replacement surgery. Will definitely recommend his services.
Tom Browning, 08 Sep 2020
A great experience. Dr. Jeffrey and his team are caring, understanding and extremely talented! I have had 3 surgeries carried out by Dr. Jeffrey (knee, toe and elbow) and every time I’ve made a full
Aylwin Liu, 08 Sep 2020
Given Dr Chew’s vast experiences and skills, I must say he is undoubtedly one of the TOP orthopaedics (knee specialist) in Asia, if not globally. This is the same feedback I gathered from patients w
Alan ThimChee Leong, 07 Sep 2020
On 3 July 2019, I had left medial knee replacement done marvellously by Dr Jeffrey Chew. All the pre- and post- surgery engagements with his clinic were very professional, efficient, and pleasant. A
Vincent Chan, 07 Sep 2020
Dr Jeff Chew in this centre is very caring and genuine. He is very professional and not just out to earn your money. I would highly recommend Dr Chew for any Orthopedic needs.
Wong Wei Jian, 06 Sep 2020
Had a shoulder arthroscopy done with this clinic by Dr Jeffrey Chew. 1 month in and it’s recovering well, no more pain. He was very patient and detailed during the whole consultation process, and ev
Tricia Choo, 06 Sep 2020
Dr Jeff Chew is friendly, patient and genuine. My mom went to him for knee issues, he was very patient and answered all of her questions. He is very professional and not just out to earn your money. T
Wayne Nerva, 05 Sep 2020
If I ever have an orthopaedic problem, there’s only 1 place that I will ever go to for help. I’ve been to the Centre for Orthopaedics over 2 different time periods; first, when I dislocated my rig
Shawn Loo, 05 Sep 2020
I sought a second opinion with Dr Jeffrey Chew at this clinic for a knee injury caused by long distance running. His prognosis was clear and he took me through a presentation of procedural videos and
kayden wong, 05 Sep 2020
Our family favourite ❤ Clinic n Doctor. Jeffrey Chew
M YC, 04 Sep 2020
Had a dislocated shoulder with bankart lesion due to an accident in the Army. Was promptly diagnosed and given the repair surgery. The specialist, Dr Jeffery Chew explained my injury comprehensively a
Muthiah Philip J Jeyakumar, 03 Sep 2020
Dr Jeffrey Chew is probably the best in his field. He did a marvelous knee surgery for me. He has a global demand too. He is very personal with his patients as he shows much care, compassion and dedic
magdalene khoo, 02 Sep 2020
I have assisted Dr. Jeffrey Chew in numerous cases and I have been very impressed by his competence, whether it’s a simple or complicated cases. His skill is really way above others. It’s really a
Ho Ban Hong, 02 Sep 2020
Dr Jeffrey Chew is a Godsend to me. I need someone who would listen to my health concerns and give words of peace and comfort. I suffered from deteriorating hip pain due to past injury for four years
Jonathan Lee, 01 Sep 2020
It was midnight 2.35am (23/08/2020)and I was screaming for pain and admitted myself into A&E (Parkway East) for my left knee cartilage tear. I chose Dr Jeffrey Chew from Centre for Orthopedic And Hip
Alan Chua, 31 Aug 2020
A caring surgeon who understands the needs of his patient well. Able to explain medical terms simply and clearly. And he is able to instil warm and confidence we are in his good hands is key at first
Edmund Khoo, 31 Aug 2020
Dr Jeffrey Chew carried out a Total Hip Replacement for my elderly mother in 2011 after she had a serious fall at home. My family feared the worst, but not only did my mum make a full recovery, she i
Joseph Kuah, 19 Jul 2020
My wife sees Orthopaedic doctor here, for a period of 6 mths and her conditions didn't improve. She had an ops in Dec and had to do another ops in June by another doctor. Turns out that the cyst as pr
Ankit Jain, 11 Mar 2020
I went to Parkway East as my wife had a fracture. The doctor was really good, and explained everything in detail. 5 stars to the doctor. However, the person at the front office was really rude. There
Christopher Tan, 21 Jan 2019
My son had a MCL tear during a game and we sent him to Parkway East Hospital on a Sunday night. At the A&E, the doctor suggested MRI to be done but since the orthopaedic doctor will not be in till the
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Risk-Free What you need to know about Ankle Surgery in Central
Ankle Surgery is an option to consider when conservative treatments fail to alleviate severe arthritis pain in the ankle. The kind of surgery varies on factors such as age, activity level, and severity of the damage or deformity.
There are two main types of ankle surgeries; ankle fusion and ankle replacement. In ankle fusion, the surgeon fuses the damaged bones together reducing the ankle's motion but effectively relieving arthritis pain. It is usually recommended for younger, more active individuals. On the other hand, ankle replacement involves replacing the damaged bones with a plastic-and-metal joint. This retains more natural movement in the ankle but could loosen over time.
Ankle replacement is generally advised for less active individuals above 60 years. However, this procedure may be unsuitable for individuals who are under 50, have weak ankle ligaments, are significantly overweight, have misaligned ankle bones, suffer nerve damage from diabetes, are active in high-impact sports, or are heavy smokers.
What's the Recovery Time for Ankle Surgery Procedures in Central?
Following your procedure, your wellbeing must come first. Therefore, it will be important for you to allot a period of four to six weeks to rest and recuperate. This translates into taking a necessary pause from your daily work routine. For those with occupations entailing physical labor, the time for convalescence may be considerably extended. Don't rush the process. Total recovery will be a marathon, not a sprint. You should anticipate it taking up to a year before resuming most of your regular activities. This allows for gradual, sustainable progress. Activities such as swimming, hiking, and cycling will once again be within your reach in due course. However, caution must still prevail. Avoid high-impact exercises that could compromise the integrity and stability of your new ankle. Take the long view of your recovery. Consider your health as an investment in your future joy and fulfillment. Your ongoing cooperation and patience during this crucial period will be instrumental in attaining a successful outcome.
What's the Success Rate of Ankle Surgery Procedures in Central?
Operation success in ankle joint replacement surgery in Central typically depends on several factors. Firstly, the surgery aims at significantly reducing the patient’s pain by replacing the arthritic ankle. Secondly, it seeks to correct any joint malalignment. Both objectives are usually well-achieved through careful pre-operative planning and the use of precise intra-operative equipment.
The post-surgery range of movement may vary among patients. However, most express satisfaction due to pain reduction, making any additional movement an added bonus. Rehabilitation protocols further help in achieving the best possible range of movement. Ultimately, patients must understand that surgery doesn't necessarily return the normal ankle flexibility but effectively alleviates ankle problems. With clear expectations and proper information, patients usually end up satisfied post-ankle replacement.
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