Getting a referral to see an orthopaedic surgeon in Singapore is not as difficult as one may think. In fact, there are many resources on the internet that can provide you with the contact details of various Singaporean orthopaedic surgeons. However, when you are getting a referral from a friend or colleague here in Singapore, it is always advisable to verify these references yourself before meeting them in person. Referral letters are the best way of doing this. When you have a reference letter from a previous patient, the surgeon will know what to expect from him/her.
You need to get the name, address and contact number of the doctor whom you intend to get a referral from. Then, it is just a matter of preparing your own letter for the patient. This would not be a difficult thing to do if you have been to Singapore before. In fact, you will find that your written language skills will help you immensely in this regard.
When you contact the physician for a first or second time, he/she will ask you whether you want to see him or her. You can always express your choice. If you want to see an orthopaedic surgeon in Singapore for an extended treatment, then you should inform the doctor immediately. You should give him/her all the relevant information about yourself so that the doctor knows how to prepare a ‘personalised’ treatment plan specifically tailored for your case. Of course, you should be referred to a ‘personalised’ orthopaedic surgeon.
The first step in this direction is to provide your name, contact information and other relevant details to the doctor. Once you have done this, you should be able to receive a’Referral Letter’ from the doctor after which your case will be referred to a supervisor for follow-up. The next step is to decide whether you wish to see an orthopaedic surgeon in Singapore first or if you would prefer to be seen by another doctor first.
If you wish to see an orthopaedic surgeon in Singapore first, then you should give your preferred name and contact number to the person who gives you the referral (usually the attending physician). This would ensure that the referral is given to the right person and not just anyone who happens to be near your name. Once you have given this information, you should also provide the name of the hospital, doctor’s name and telephone number where your case could be attended. This would ensure that your case will be attended promptly and professionally. If you are going to a hospital outside Singapore, you could provide the name of the hospital, doctor’s name and telephone number where your case can be attended.
Referrals to orthopaedic surgeons can be difficult to get, especially if it is your first time to see one. Sometimes you can get lucky and meet a great orthopaedic surgeon, but this is quite rare. If you happen to get lucky enough to meet an excellent surgeon during your first visit, then you should ensure that you ask him or her about their availability and their policies regarding follow up care. If your surgeon is available for more than just one appointment (as many surgeons are now able to do), then you should ensure that you ask him or her about the follow up care. This is important because it enables you to ensure that your condition is treated properly at every visit and that it does not get worse before it gets better.
Once you have met with the orthopaedic surgeon and discussed your case, it is now time to set up a meeting with them in person. During your meeting you should make sure that you get all of your questions answered clearly and also ask any questions you may have about their practice. If you have any reservations or concerns about the surgery or the hospital that you have been referred to, you should discuss these with the surgeon. It is important for you to feel comfortable with the doctor before you allow them to operate on you. Most surgeons will use their own hospitals as a reference and therefore it is important that you find a hospital that you feel comfortable visiting. Your comfort and well being is an important part of the whole experience.
Referral fees to an orthopaedic surgeon in Singapore can be difficult to handle. However, if you are able to afford the consultation fee then you should definitely take this money and use it to pay for the entire surgery. If you cannot afford to spend the money upfront then at least make sure that you save as much money as you can in other ways. Once you have received your referral to see an orthopaedic surgeon in Singapore, it is important that you follow up with the surgeon. You should plan on visiting him or her at least twice in the first year.