Endoscopy Centre
Our Endoscopy Centre has a distinguished history, having been established with the founding of the hospital in the 19th century. We perform more than 25,000 simple and complex endoscopic procedures annually.
Gastrointestinal Symptoms
Examines the upper digestive tract, helping diagnose conditions like gastric ulcers, reflux disease, and stomach cancer.
- Persistent heartburn and acid reflux
- Chronic abdominal pain and discomfort
- Difficulty or pain when swallowing
- Unexplained changes in bowel habits
- Blood in stools
- Unexplained weight loss
- Persistent bloating
Respiratory Symptoms
Examines the upper digestive tract, helping diagnose conditions like gastric ulcers, reflux disease, and stomach cancer.
- Chronic cough
- Breathing difficulties
- Coughing out blood
- Non-resolving lung infection
- Abnormal chest X-ray or CT-scan Fluid in the pleural cavity (pleural effusion
- Lung tumours
Urinary Symptoms
Frequent urination and bladder concerns
Gastroscopy (OGD)
Examines the upper digestive tract, helping diagnose conditions like gastric ulcers, reflux disease, and stomach cancer.
Colonoscopy
Investigates the large intestine to detect and remove polyps, screen for colorectal cancer, and diagnose inflammatory bowel conditions.
Procedure Information For Patients
Prescribed with PEG
8 AM to 2 PM
2 PM to 5 PM
Procedure Information For Patients
Prescribed with PICOPREP
8 AM to 2 PM
2 PM to 5 PM
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Examines and treats conditions affecting the bile ducts and pancreas.
EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)
Provides detailed imaging of digestive organs and nearby structures for precise diagnosis.
Bronchoscopy
Examines the airways to diagnose and treat lung conditions like lung infections, persistent cough, and suspicious growths.
Procedure Information for Bronchoscopy
Medical Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy
Examines the space between the lungs and chest wall, helping diagnose conditions like fluid build-up in the chest, chest lining cancer, and lung cancer.
Procedure Information for Thoracoscopy/Pleuroscopy
Transbronchial Needle Aspiration (TBNA)
For collection of samples from lymph nodes or abnormal tissues outside the airways, helping diagnose lung cancer and other chest conditions.
Procedure information for TBNA
Flexible Cystoscopy
Assess blood in the urine, lower urinary tract symptoms and surveillance of bladder cancer.
Procedure Information for Flexible Cystoscopy
Video Urodynamic Study (VUDS)
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL)
Before Your Procedure (at Endo PACE)
Step 1: Financial Counselling
- You will be informed on the estimated procedure costs and Medisave coverage
- Confirmation of reporting location and time
Step 2: Pre-Procedure Instructions
- Counselling on fasting guidelines for gastroscopy (OGD)
- Bowel preparation instructions for colonoscopy
On Your Procedure Day
Step 1: Arrival
- Report to Endoscopy Centre at designated time
- Complete pre-procedure assessments
Step 2: Procedure
- Duration: Usually within 2 hours
- Performed under sedation, LA, or GA
Step 3: Recovery & Discharge
- 30-minute to 1-hour rest in recovery bay. For bronchoscopy and more complex procedures, you may expect longer resting time
- Next-of-kin will be contacted
- Discharge with companion required
AMK Specialist Centre
Operating hours
Mondays to Fridays:
8.00 am - 5.30 pm
Weekends and Public Holidays:
Closed
Endo PACE
Contact information
6357 3766
Location
Level 2, TTSH Medical Centre
Operating hours
Mondays to Fridays:
9.00 am to 5.00 pm
Weekends and Public Holidays:
Closed
Endoscopy Centre / 2B Endoscopy Suites
Operating hours
Mondays to Fridays:
8.00 am to 5.00 pm
Saturdays, Sundays & Public Holidays:
Closed
