MEDICAL

THE ORTHOPAEDIC PRACTICE AND SURGERY

The Orthopaedic Practice and Surgery ( TOPS ) is a bone and joint clinic located at StarMed Specialist Centre ( Farrer Park ) and Mount Elizabeth Hospital ( Orchard ), offering an accessible and convenient one-stop solution to meet all orthopaedic needs . Their goal is to deliver the highest standard of care by staying at the forefront of medical advancements and incorporating the latest innovations in orthopaedics .

At TOPS , they prioritize a collaborative approach with patients , striving to surpass their goals and aspirations . Whether you are an elite athlete striving for peak performance or an individual seeking to enhance your overall quality of life , they are dedicated to providing personalized care tailored to your unique needs . Their vision revolves around empowering and actively involving patients in managing their own health throughout the entire treatment , recovery , and rehabilitation journey . By fostering this partnership , they aim to optimize outcomes and enable patients to take control of their wellbeing . With a wide-ranging spectrum of services , TOPS caters not only to high-level professional sports but also to various lifestyle exercises , ensuring the maintenance of patient health and enhancing their overall quality of life .

In addition , TOPS specializes in providing comprehensive care for athletes and sports professionals , distinguishing themselves as one of the few clinics certified with a Graduate Diploma in Sports Medicine . With extensive experience in treating professional and national athletes throughout their sporting careers , they are familiar with the unique

Dr Eileen Tay and Dr Lim Chin Tat

challenges and demands they face . The dedicated team collaborates closely with competitive athletes , aiming to optimize their physical performance and facilitate a swift return to competitive sports , even within tight timeframes . They understand the importance of minimizing downtime , employing cutting-edge techniques and evidence-based practices tailored to each athlete ’ s specific needs . Whether it involves injury prevention , rehabilitation , or performance enhancement , their expertise in sports medicine ensures that athletes receive the highest level of care to excel in their chosen field .

Led by distinguished orthopaedic surgeons who specialize in upper and lower limb treatments , Dr . Tay Eileen and Dr . Lim Chin Tat , both accredited by the Singapore Ministry of Health , bring a wealth of expertise to the patients . With prestigious fellowships and extensive backgrounds in Singapore government hospitals , they have amassed considerable experience in performing complex surgical procedures . Their commitment to excellence is unwavering , as they continually strive to deliver outstanding outcomes for their patients . By remaining at the forefront of orthopaedic advancements and drawing upon their comprehensive knowledge , Dr . Tay Eileen and Dr . Lim Chin Tat ensure that each patient receives top-quality care and patients rest assured that their orthopaedic needs entrusted to highly skilled and compassionate professionals .

Dr Tay Eileen , Senior Consultant , Upper Limb Orthopaedic Surgeon has undergone training in Hôpital de La Tour , Geneva , Switzerland and Arkus Sportklinik , Pforzheim , Germany . Her last position was the Head of Shoulder and Elbow Division in Ng Teng Fong Hospital . She specializes in conditions which includes rotator cuff tendinitis , shoulder or elbow dislocation and tennis or golfer ’ s elbow and shoulder arthritis .

Dr Lim Chin Tat , Senior Consultant , Lower Limb Orthopaedic Surgeon has been trained in Stanford University Hospital , USA and Oxford University Hospital , UK under a Ministry of Health scholarship . He also holds Medical Director appointments for Handball Federation of Singapore , Singapore Floorball Association and is involved as committee member in many professional sporting groups . He specializes in conditions such as sports injuries , ankle sprain , joint degeneration , knee cartilage injury and knee meniscus tear .

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