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Dr Ho Kok Sun is an accredited colorectal surgeon with rich experience in colonoscopy for colorectal cancer
screening.
Dr Ho finished his Bachelor and Master of Medicine in Surgery from National University of Singapore. He
became a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in the same year. After completing his
training in general surgery, he went to Cleveland Clinic Florida in 2002 for his fellowship and has been
subspecializing in colorectal surgery since he completed his training.
Dr Ho is currently assistant master of the Academy of Medicine Singapore, the professional institute for specialists in Singapore. He previously served as President of College of Surgeons Singapore, President of the ASEAN Society of Colorectal Surgeons and President of the Society of Colorectal Surgeons (Singapore). He was also vice president of the Singapore-China Association for the Advancement of Science and Technology. He is a founding member of the Eurasian Colorectal Technologies Association. He has served as Organizing Chairman of 2 major international colorectal conferences.
A consultation with a colorectal surgeon is a time when a patient’s medical record will be checked. That is why you may prepare a list of your updated medical and surgical history. Try also to share the symptoms that you experienced prior to your visit as it will help your surgeon determine whether you will need a colonoscopy or not.
You will be asked about the symptoms you experience such as pain, bleeding, itching or difficulty in passing stool. While some may feel embarrassed to discuss their symptoms, quality healthcare starts with good communication and a good colorectal surgeon is professional enough to listen and to explain the available treatments for you.
The patient will be given potent laxatives to clear the colon of stools. In most cases, if the procedure is to be done in the morning, the patient will be asked to take the laxatives and purge the night before. For an afternoon procedure, expect to be asked to clear the bowels on the morning of the examination.
Colonoscopy is a procedure that is done to thoroughly examine the lining of the colon and rectum. It
is a long flexible tube that is inserted via the anus and is advanced along the rectum and colon until
it reaches the beginning of the colon.
Your doctor may recommend an examination if you have symptoms suggesting possible problems in the colon or rectum. Some symptoms include bleeding, change in your bowel habits, unexplained abdominal symptoms. It is also recommended to have a screening at the age of 50 years (younger if you have any family history of colorectal cancer).
Our first consultation starts from $150. Should a procedure be required, financial counselling will be offered by our staff including your insurance coverage.
One of the biggest advantages of colonoscopy over other methods of colon examination is that it allows direct visualisation and allows removal of polyps once they are detected. Since sedation is administered, it is a painless procedure performed while patient is sleeping. It also allows any adherent stools to be washed away so that the colon lining beneath is visible. It is also the only technique that enables tissues to be removed for biopsies and for polyps to be removed.
Most people do not have any side effects after the procedure. Some people may feel bloated because of residual air left in the colon. Do remember that it is normal to have less bowel movement in the few days following the procedure because a lot of stools have already been cleared out by the bowel preparation.
We want to see you on time so we strongly advise that you make an appointment with our staff. A time will be allocated with our colorectal surgeon to meet you. Please call or email us for an appointment.
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3 Mount Elizabeth,
Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre #04-08,
Singapore 228510
Tel: (+65) 6737 2778
Fax: (+65) 6737 2389
Email: hokoksuncolorectal@gmail.com
Mon - Fri: 9am - 1pm, 2pm - 5pm
Sat: 9am - 1pm
Closed: Sunday, Public Holiday
We are conveniently located at #04-08 Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre, 3 Mount Elizabeth, Singapore 228510. Location is in the
heart of Singapore’s premier shopping district.
If you require further directions to our office please call us at (+65) 6737
2778.