Our team of dermatologists with a combined experience of more than 60 years provides a complete range of professional dermatological services to manage all varieties of skin problems affecting the skin, hair and nails and also sexually transmitted infections. They are especially adept with the diagnosis and treatment of psoriasis.
Dr Cheong Wai Kwong is a member of the P & G Olay Pro-X Global Dermatologist Alliance, medical advisor to the Psoriasis Association of Singapore and member of the editorial advisory board for Shape magazine. He has been practicing Dermatology since 1986 in various hospitals in Singapore and in London before he went into private practice at the Specialist Skin Clinic in 1995. He has special interest and expertise in the treatment of psoriasis, acne and acne scars and the use of ultraviolet radiation (phototherapy) for treating skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema and vitiligo.
Dr Phay Ken-Lin is an accredited Fellow of the Academy of Medicine, Chapter of Dermatologists. Her practice encompasses all aspects of general dermatology and is conversant in the use of treatment modalities for aesthetic purposes.
Dr Neoh Ching Yin evaluates and treats all general medical and surgical conditions of the skin, mucous membrane, hair and nails in both adults and children. Her special interests include management of atopic eczema and medical dermatology that covers conditions such as psoriasis, lupus erythematosus, blistering skin diseases like pemphigus and pemphigoid and recurrent oral ulcers. Prior to joining Specialist Skin Clinic and Associates, she was practising at the National Skin Centre, Singapore and was a teaching faculty of National University of Singapore Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.
Setting up an appointment with the dermatologist is the beginning of the treatment itself. To get the most of the consultation, you may wish to list down symptoms, observations, patterns of flare-ups or possible triggers that may aggravate your psoriasis.
Your visit with your dermatologist should be a comfortable one and begins much as a typical visit to your primary care physician. You will be asked of your medical history, medications, health problems, and the like. It is important that your dermatologist knows your medical history so that he or she can appropriately treat your condition. A good dermatologist listens to his or her patients and ensures to make the best possible choice for their specific needs.
Psoriasis is a skin condition which causes thick, scaly rashes on the skin. A dysregulated, overactive immune system causes the normal skin replacement process to speed up, resulting in thickened inflamed skin.
There are 5 types of psoriasis, classified based on their distinctive appearance. The most common form is plaque psoriasis, where the rash appears as pink, raised patches with some silvery scales. Some types of psoriasis, for example pustular psoriasis and erythrodermic psoriasis are rarer but can be life threatening. Guttate and inverse psoriasis are the other forms of psoriasis. For some patients, the inflammatory process underlying psoriasis can also affect the joints. This condition is called psoriatic arthritis and presents as painful, stiff joints.
Some patients with psoriasis will have a family member who is also affected with psoriasis. A flare-up of psoriasis can be triggered by stress, injury to the skin, infections and certain medications. Psoriasis has also been found to be associated with heart disease and diabetes mellitus.
Biologic treatments or “biologics” are a new class of medication that have advanced psoriasis treatment. They are protein-based drugs derived from living cells in the laboratory and they have been in use to treat psoriasis in the last decade. This class of medication offers hope to psoriasis patients who have failed other treatments or have experienced side effects from their previous treatments. These medications are given as injections via the subcutaneous or intravenous route and help to reduce the inflammatory process that is driving the replication of skin cells and destruction of the joints. Examples are Adalimumab, Ustekinumab and Secukinumab.
Fees for first consultation start from $90 - $180. The cost of treatment will vary according to the medication required.
We value your time and that is why we strongly advise that you make a prior appointment with our staff so our dermatologist can also meet you on an allocated time. Please call or email us for an appointment.
or Send Us Your Enquiry
1 Grange Road #06-04
Orchard Building
Singapore 239693
Tel: +65 6734 1411
Fax: +65 6235 5900
Email: enquiry@specialistskin.com.sg
Mon - Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Sat: 8:00am - 1:00pm
Closed on Sundays and public holidays
We are conveniently located at 1 Grange Road #06-04 Orchard Building Singapore 239693. Location is assessable via Somerset Road, making a right turn into Grange Road.
If you require further directions to our office, please call us at +65 6734 1411.
