A hernia occurs when an organ or piece of tissue bulges through a weakened section in the abdominal wall. This bump may result in a visible bulge under your skin. Hernias can occur within the chest, hips and abdominal cavity. While some hernias may cause minor symptoms, others may result in a medical emergency.
Thomas Ho
General Surgery
We are a general surgical practice with extensive experience built upon a long service in the public hospital system.
Prioritising High-Quality Care
We believe in building a strong and honest relationship with our patients in order to provide personalised and cost-effective care.
Surgical Proficiency
Surgical Proficiency
Clinical Experience
Clinical Experience
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Insurance Coverage
Clinical expertise you can trust with 20+ years of surgical experience
- Senior Consultant General Surgeon & Accredited Surgical Oncologist (MOH-Scholar)
- Formerly Head of Surgical Department @ Woodlands Health Campus
- Founded the Head & Neck Surgical and Surgical Oncology Service @ Tan Tock Seng Hospital
What We Offer
Our Services
Thyroid Nodules & Cancer
As a one-stop specialist centre for thyroid disorders, we provide fine-needle biopsy evaluation, radiofrequency ablation and surgery.
>> Learn moreLaparoscopic Hernia Surgery
A hernia is an abnormal outpouching that is felt around the front of the abdomen or groin region. They can occur in both the young and the old.
>> Learn moreEndoscopy/Gastroscopy
Detect serious health conditions in the upper gastrointestinal tract such as stomach cancer, oesophageal cancer and GERD.
>> Learn moreColonoscopy
A colonoscopy helps in the detection of abnormalities such as polyps, cancerous growths, or other changes to the mucosal lining.
>> Learn morePeritoneal Cancer Surgery
Peritoneal cancer frequently originates from the digestive tract (stomach & large intestine) or gynaecological organs (ovaries & fallopian tube).
>> Learn moreGallbladder Surgery
The gallbladder is an organ located under the liver. Liver bile is delivered via ducts into the small intestine where it acts to help digestion of fats.
>> Learn moreEarly detection allows for timely intervention, which can significantly improve treatment outcomes and survival rates.
Symptoms of a Hernia
Symptoms of Thyroid Disorders
Depending on whether the thyroid is underactive (hypothyroidism) or overactive (hyperthyroidism), symptoms of thyroid diseases include fatigue, hair loss, unexplained weight gain or weight loss, sensitivity to heat or cold, depressed mood, irregular menstrual periods and a faster than heart rate.
It may be tricky for one to identify if their symptoms are related to a thyroid disorder. Hence, it may be wise to visit our clinic where we provide a full suite of thyroid diagnostic procedures.
What are thyroid nodules?
Symptoms of Digestive disorders
Abdominal pain, blood in the stools, difficulty swallowing and heartburns are some of the symptoms related to a digestive disorder.
In more severe cases, they may indicate diseases such as gallstones, stomach cancer and colorectal cancer.
At Thomas Ho Surgery, we carry out endoscopies to accurately diagnose symptoms and provide the right course of treatment.
My abiding philosophy is to provide competent and compassionate care for my patients.
Patients are often overwhelmed by the sheer abundance of information available on the internet and I make it a point to provide clear and concise explanations of the condition, the disease process and treatment options.
This is to better allow and empower them to make the best decisions for themselves and their loved ones.
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Thyroid surgery is one of the procedures in my surgical repertoire that I really enjoy and do a lot of (approximately 40 to 50 per year for the last 8 years!) Over the years, I have encountered some common questions from my patients that I have compiled below.
Everybody needs a colonoscopy at some point in their adult life! Did you know that Singaporeans have a 5% lifetime risk of developing cancer? This risk increases as we age!
Many patients are anxious about the staging of the cancer when they have been diagnosed with colon cancers. This is understandably so as it determines both the overall prognosis of the cancer as well as the treatment necessary to cure it.