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Dr Wendy Sinnathamby

MBBS (UK), MRCP (UK), FRCPCH (UK)

Paediatrician
Kids Clinic @ Tampines

Dr Wendy Sinnathamby

Specialty:

  • Allergy Problems
  • Baby & Newborn Care
  • Childhood Infections
  • Childhood Vaccinations / Immunisation
  • Common Childhood Illnesses
  • Developmental & Nutritional Assessment
  • Gastrointestinal Problems
  • Newborn Screening
  • Respiratory Problems
  • Skin Problems
  • Travel Health Advice & Vaccination

Languages Spoken:

English, Tamil, Mandarin

Biography

Dr Wendy Sinnathamby graduated from Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospitals in the United Kingdom in 1994, and subsequently completed her Paediatric specialist training in the UK. For 2 years, she worked as a consultant in Paediatric Medicine, with an interest in Accident & Emergency Care, at the Medway Maritime Hospital in Kent.

In 2007, Dr Wendy returned to Singapore as a Paediatrician in Ambulatory and Adolescent Medicine at the National University Hospital (NUH). She was involved in setting up the Adolescent Medicine services at NUH. She commenced her private practice at Raffles Hospital as a General Paediatrician for more than 9 years before coming onboard Kids Clinic.

Dr Wendy’s main areas of interest are general paediatrics, including the management of children’s conditions like chronic cough, asthma, allergy, eczema, and other common skin problems, as well as gastrointestinal problems such as abdominal pain, constipation and diarrhea. She is also experienced in newborn screening and follow-up, growth and development screening, emergency paediatrics, vaccination, travel advice and adolescent medicine.

Dr Wendy is fluent in English and Tamil. She understands Mandarin and can speak some Mandarin.

Medical Concierge

Singapore:
Email: enquiry@smg.sg
Whatsapp: +65 8768 3049
Hotline: +65 6735 3000

Operating Hours:
Mon to Fri: 9am – 6pm
Sat: 9am – 1pm

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Colonoscopy vs Gastroscopy

Colonoscopy
Gastroscopy

Usual Price:
(incl. of consult and review)

$2,800


$1,800


$3,500


How it Works:

Examines the lower gastrointestinal tract (eg. colon and rectum) through insertion of a colonoscope through the anus


Examines the upper gastrointestinal tract (eg. oesophagus, stomach and small intestines) through insertion of a gastroscope through the mouth


Useful for Screening:

- Colorectal cancer
- Polyp
- Tumors
- Inflammatory bowel diseases


- Gastroesophageal reflux diseases
- Peptic ulcers
- Gastritis
- Esophageal or stomach cancer


Who Should Screen:

Individuals who experience:
- Abdominal pain
- Constant fatigue
- Changes in bowel habits (eg. consistent diarrhoea/constipation)
- Presence of blood/mucus in the stool
- Severe/unexplained weight loss

Individuals who:
- Are 50 years old and above
- Have a family history of colorectal cancer and/or polyps

Individuals who experience:
- Abdominal pain
- Difficulties swallowing
- Heartburn or indigestion
- Nausea and vomiting
- Anaemia
- Sudden, sharp pain in your abdomen

Lifescan Medical & Wellness Locations

Lifescan Medical & Wellness @ Novena
Tel: 6221 1358
Email: novena@lifescanmedical.sg

Address
10 Sinaran Drive
#10-05
Novena Medical Center
Singapore 307506

Opening Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 5:30pm
(Lunch hour: 1- 2pm)
Saturday: 8:30am – 12:30pm
Sunday & PH: Closed

Lifescan Medical and Wellness @ Orchard
Tel: 6235 3253
Email: orchard@lifescanmedical.sg

Address
302 Orchard Road
Tong Building
(Next to Paragon)
#05-03
Singapore 238862

Opening Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 5:30pm
(Lunch hour: 1-2pm)
Saturday: 8:30am – 12:30pm
Sunday & PH: Closed

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