Finding the best orthopaedic surgeon for hip replacement surgery is a crucial step towards regaining your mobility and quality of life. Whether you require primary total hip replacement, partial hip replacement (hemiarthroplasty), or complex revision surgery, choosing the right specialist can make a meaningful difference in your surgical outcome and recovery journey.
To help you make an informed decision, we have compiled a list of highly recommended orthopaedic surgeons in Singapore who specialise in hip replacement surgery. These recommendations are based on professional qualifications, subspecialty fellowship training, and institutional affiliations.
How to Choose the Right Orthopaedic Surgeon for You
Before browsing the list of top hip replacement surgeons in Singapore, take a few minutes to understand these key factors. It will completely change how you search for the right support.
1. Understand the Surgical Approach and Technique
- Direct Anterior Approach (DAA): A muscle-sparing technique where the surgeon accesses the hip joint from the front without cutting or detaching major muscles. This often leads to reduced post-operative pain, greater joint stability, and a faster recovery.
- Robotic-Assisted and Computer-Navigated Surgery: The use of robotic platforms (e.g., MAKOplasty, ROSA) or computer navigation to assist in precise bone preparation and accurate implant positioning tailored to your unique joint anatomy.
- Revision Hip Arthroplasty: A highly specialised field focused on replacing or correcting previously failed, worn, or infected artificial hip implants.
2. Focus on Specialisation, Not Just Reputation
Even among general orthopaedic surgeons, each professional has different areas of focus. Some focus primarily on foot and ankle, upper limbs, or spine, while others complete subspecialty fellowship training dedicated specifically to hip and knee joint reconstruction. Choosing someone with extensive experience in your specific hip condition is more important than choosing the most famous name.
Recommended Orthopaedic Surgeons
Below is a compiled list of orthopaedic surgeons in Singapore who perform hip replacement surgery, detailing their clinic affiliations and areas of expertise. This list is non-exhaustive and can serve as a starting point for your search for a specialist that fits your requirements.
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► Dr Adrian Lau – Hip & Knee Orthopaedics
- Areas of Expertise: Primary and complex total hip replacement, direct anterior approach (DAA) hip replacement, revision joint replacement, and complex joint reconstruction.
- Affiliation: Hip & Knee Orthopaedics (Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre). Visiting Consultant to Changi General Hospital.
- Language and Highlights: English, Hokkien, Mandarin, Teochew. Double fellowship-trained; former Director of Hip and Knee Surgery at Changi General Hospital where he led Ministry of Health workgroups for joint replacement quality.
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► Dr Tan Sok Chuen – Hip & Knee Orthopaedics
- Areas of Expertise: Direct anterior approach (DAA) total hip replacement, joint preservation, and sports injury management.
- Affiliation: Hip & Knee Orthopaedics (Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre). Visiting Consultant to Thomson Medical Centre.
- Language and Highlights: English, Mandarin. Double fellowship-trained (Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Oxford, UK and London Health Sciences Centre, Canada); first female hip and knee replacement specialist in private practice in Singapore.
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► Dr Kevin Koo Oon Thien – The Bone & Joint Centre
- Areas of Expertise: Minimally invasive total hip replacement, enhanced recovery protocols, and joint preservation.
- Affiliation: The Bone & Joint Centre (Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre).
- Language and Highlights: English, Mandarin. Former Director of Foot and Ankle Service at Singapore General Hospital; holds a Master’s degree in Sports Medicine.
► Dr Henry Chan Ying Ho – HC Orthopaedic Surgery
- Areas of Expertise: Total hip replacement, direct anterior approach hip replacement, computer-assisted and robotic joint replacement, and complex revision hip arthroplasty.
- Affiliation: HC Orthopaedic Surgery (Mount Elizabeth Hospital, Gleneagles Hospital, Farrer Park Hospital).
- Language and Highlights: Cantonese, English, Hokkien, Malay, Mandarin. Fellowship-trained in revision arthroplasty at Helios ENDO-Klinik, Hamburg, Germany; former head of Joint Replacement Unit at Tan Tock Seng Hospital.
► Dr Alan Cheung Tin Lung – International Orthopaedic Clinic
- Areas of Expertise: Robotic-assisted joint replacement (MAKOplasty), primary total hip replacement, and sports trauma surgery.
- Affiliation: International Orthopaedic Clinic (Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre & Farrer Park Hospital).
- Language and Highlights: English. British-trained orthopaedic surgeon; extensive international experience in joint reconstruction.
► Dr Kau Chung Yuan – OrthoKau Orthopaedic Surgery
- Areas of Expertise: Total hip replacement, direct anterior approach (DAA) hip surgery, hip hemiarthroplasty, and robotic-assisted joint replacement.
- Affiliation: OrthoKau Orthopaedic Surgery / Synergy Orthopaedic Group (Mount Alvernia Hospital, Farrer Park Hospital).
- Language and Highlights: English, Hokkien, Mandarin. Fellowship-trained at Southampton University Hospital (UK); over 15 years of orthopaedic surgical experience.
► Dr Mizan Marican – Orion Orthopaedic Surgery
- Areas of Expertise: Direct anterior approach (DAA) total hip replacement, robot-assisted joint replacement, and lower limb arthroplasty.
- Affiliation: Orion Orthopaedic Surgery (Mount Elizabeth Hospital). Visiting Consultant to Singapore General Hospital.
- Language and Highlights: English, Malay. UK-trained (King’s College London); fellowship-trained in Melbourne; pioneer in muscle-sparing DAA hip replacement in Singapore.
► Dr Wang Lushun – Arete Orthopaedic Centre
- Areas of Expertise: Minimally invasive hip replacement (direct anterior and direct superior approaches), complex revision hip surgery, and robotic-assisted joint replacement.
- Affiliation: Arete Orthopaedic Centre (Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre & Mount Alvernia Hospital). Visiting Consultant to National University Hospital.
- Language and Highlights: English, Mandarin. Double fellowship-trained (Wrightington Hospital, UK and FIFA Medical Centre Lyon, France); former Head of Hip and Knee Division at Ng Teng Fong General Hospital.
► Dr James Wee Liang Hao – Oxford Orthopaedics
- Areas of Expertise: Direct anterior approach (DAA) hip replacement, complex revision joint replacement, and robotic-assisted arthroplasty.
- Affiliation: Oxford Orthopaedics (Mount Alvernia Hospital, Mount Elizabeth Hospital, Gleneagles Hospital, Farrer Park Hospital).
- Language and Highlights: English, Hokkien, Mandarin, Teochew. Dual fellowship-trained senior consultant; pioneer in comprehensive lower limb reconstructive procedures.
► Adj Asst Prof Remesh Kunnasegaran – Tan Tock Seng Hospital
- Areas of Expertise: Adult reconstruction, primary and revision total hip replacement, robotic-assisted arthroplasty, and complex joint trauma.
- Affiliation: Tan Tock Seng Hospital (Senior Consultant & Program Director, Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program).
- Language and Highlights: English, Mandarin, Tamil. MB ChB (Glasgow), FRCSEd (Ortho); specialises in adult reconstruction and joint replacement surgery, with extensive clinical research in hip arthroplasty outcomes.
► Adj Asst Prof Melvin Tan Kian Loong – Alexandra Hospital & National University Hospital
- Areas of Expertise: Minimally invasive hip surgery (including direct anterior approach hip replacement), total knee replacement, and revision joint surgery.
- Affiliation: Alexandra Hospital (Lead of Adult Reconstruction Service) & National University Hospital.
- Language and Highlights: English, Mandarin. Fellowship-trained consultant in adult joint reconstruction and robotic-assisted joint replacement.
Recommended Hospitals in Singapore
Thomson Medical Centre Singapore
Parkway East Hospital
Mount Elizabeth Hospital (Orchard)
Raffles Hospital Singapore
Farrer Park Hospital
Gleneagles Hospital Singapore
Mount Alvernia Hospital Singapore
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Fees vary depending on the surgical approach, choice of implant, length of stay, and whether the procedure is performed in a public or private facility:
– Public Hospitals (Subsidised): SGD 7,000 – SGD 14,000 (subject to eligibility criteria)
– Private Hospitals (Unsubsidised total bill): SGD 35,000 – SGD 55,000+
Surgeon professional fees, anaesthetist fees, surgical consumables, and prosthetic implants (e.g., ceramic or titanium components) are charged as part of the total bill. Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents may utilise MediSave and Integrated Shield Plans (IPs) to offset eligible surgical and inpatient costs.
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✅ Maintain a healthy weight to reduce unnecessary loading and mechanical stress on the hip joint.
✅ Engage in low-impact physical activities like swimming, cycling, or targeted strength training.
✅ Practise good posture and ergonomic body mechanics when lifting heavy items.
✅ Consult an orthopaedic specialist early if you experience persistent groin or hip stiffness.
You can check through official channels:
– Singapore Medical Council (SMC) Specialist Register – To confirm that the doctor is a registered Specialist in Orthopaedic Surgery.
– Ministry of Health (MOH) HealthHub Registry – To verify clinic licensing and practice locations.
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