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Women's Health & Specialist Centre

The NHG Health Women’s Health & Specialist Centre (WHSC) is a specialist centre at Woodlands Health Campus for women of all ages (from young women to postmenopausal women).

Our dedicated team of specialists, nursing and allied health professionals are committed to providing comprehensive and holistic health care for women – looking at various aspects of a woman’s health, including physical, psychological well-being, and social needs.

The breast surgery service provides comprehensive care of the woman with breast issues, from breast screening, review of breast symptoms, to treatment of breast cancer and aftercare.

Our specialised areas include oncoplastic surgery, minimally invasive breast surgery and lymphovascular anastomosis. Oncoplastic breast surgery allows us to be able to do breast conserving surgery for breast cancer patients who traditionally may not have been able to keep their breasts. For minimally invasive breast surgery, we leverage on technology such a endoscopic assisted mastectomies, as well as mammotomies, to improve to aesthetic outcomes for patients, with faster recovery and less complication rates. We also work closely with our plastic surgeons, who are able to offer lymphovascular anastomosis for patients who may require axillary clearance, or who are currently suffering lymphedema. This has significantly reduced the rates of lymphedema.

Our team of doctors provide personalised and comprehensive breast care catering to all aspects of breast health.

Breast services include:

Breast screening

The WH Breast Team supports HPB’s mammogram screening under Healthier SG as a reading and assessment centre.
- Eligibility criteria for mammogram screening includes:
- Female Singapore citizen or permanent resident
- 40 years old and above
- Asymptomatic, i.e., no breast symptoms like lumps or bloodstained nipple discharge
- Has not gone for a screening mammogram for the past 1 year (aged 40 to 49) or 2 years (aged 50 and above)
- Has not been breastfeeding for the past six months
To schedule an appointment at your nearest NHG polyclinic, you may do so via calling 6355 3000 or through the NHG Cares/ HealthHub app.

Review of breast symptoms (breast lump, nipple discharge, breast pain, infection, etc
Management of breast cancer
Biopsy of breast lump
Breast conserving surgery, mastectomy and breast reconstruction for breast cancer
Sentinel lymph node biopsy and axillary clearance
Nursing support for wound management, drain care, perioperative counselling
Counselling support from Breast Cancer Foundation (BCF)

Conditions:

Mastalgia
Benign breast lumps
Nipple discharge
Breast infections
Complex granulomatous mastitis
Male breast disorders including surgery for gynaecomastia
Breast cancer

1. Where is the Women’s Health & Specialist Centre located?

The centre is located on Level 4 of the Medical Centre at Woodlands Health Campus.

2. If I am seeing the doctor for a woman-related health condition, can I head directly to the Women’s Health & Specialist Centre?

Patients with woman-related health conditions may still need to attend consultations on other levels of the Medical Centre.

To confirm your consultation location, please check the NHG Health App, HealthHub, or the SMS appointment reminder.

After registration, your queue itinerary will be generated, and you can view your queue journey and consultation location.

3. Are there plans to expand your services?

We plan to expand our services progressively. For the latest updates, please refer to our website.

4. Do you offer Breast Screening services?

Yes, Woodlands Health offers breast screening services, including mammograms and ultrasounds. If any abnormalities are detected, appointments can be made to consult a breast surgeon. We also offer breast-conserving surgery, mastectomy, and breast reconstruction.

Woodlands Health is a BreastScreen Singapore (BSS)-accredited reading and assessment centre.

5. Will there be labour and delivery services?

No, we do not offer labour and delivery services. However, we provide comprehensive antenatal and postnatal care. Our obstetric patients will deliver at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital.

Our Obstetrics and Gynaecology services are provided by specialists from KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital.

6. I have an existing appointment at KKH, but I live in Woodlands/Sembawang/Yishun. Will my appointment be transferred to WHSC?

No, appointments are not automatically transferred. You will keep your existing appointment at KKH. To check your appointment details, you can use the NHG Health App, HealthHub App, or refer to the SMS appointment confirmation and/or reminder.

7. If I have an existing appointment with the O&G specialist at KKH, can I transfer my appointment to WH?

Yes, if you wish to transfer your appointment from KKH to Woodlands Health, please inform your KKH doctor during your next visit.

Your doctor will need to submit a referral to Woodlands Health. You will receive an SMS notification once your appointment with Woodlands Health is confirmed.

Please note that once transferred, you will be charged according to Woodlands Health's rates.

8. How can I schedule an appointment with a specialist at the Women’s Health & Specialist Centre?

You can schedule an appointment by calling our Contact Centre at 6363 8000 or emailing us at wh.appt@nhghealth.com.sg.

If you have a Referral Letter, please email it to wh.appt@nhghealth.com.sg. Alternatively, you can ask your referring Clinic or Hospital to send the Referral Letter on your behalf and arrange the appointment for you.

Our team will review your referral and send you an appointment confirmation via SMS. You can also view your appointment details in the NHG Health App and/or HealthHub App.

*Please note that a polyclinic or CHAS referral is required for subsidised clinic appointments (Singaporeans & PR only).

9. What are the WHSC’s operating hours?

The WHSC is located within the Medical Centre. Please refer to our Operating Hours for more details.

10. How much do your services cost?

Please refer to Charges & Payment for more information.

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