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About Dr Chan Tat Keong
Expert In
Expert In: Cataract ＆ Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Refractive Surgery
Sub-specialties: Cataract ＆ Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Refractive Surgery
Qualifications
MBBS, M Med(Ophth), FRCS(Ed), FRCOphth, FAMS
Operating Hours:
Mondays – Fridays: 8.30am – 5.30pm
Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays
Address
Singapore National Eye Centre, 11 Third Hospital Ave, Singapore 168751.
Appointment Process
Dr Chan Tat Keong Appointment Number (For Serial): Phone: (65) 6227 7266, Phone: (65) 6100 9393 (from overseas).
Dr Chan Tat Keong Online Appointment :
Chamber Name & Address: Singapore National Eye Centre, 11 Third Hospital Ave, Singapore 168751, Phonel (65) 6227 7255.
Qualification
- FAMS (2008)
- FRCOphth (1991)
- FRCS(Ed) (1991)
- M Med(Ophth) (1991)
- MBBS (1985)
Awards
- Achievement Award, Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO)(2017)
- Star Award, Singapore Health Quality Service Award, SingHealth (2016)
- Gold Award, Singapore Health Quality Service Award, SingHealth (2015)
- Achievement Award, American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) (2014)
- Honorary Membership, Hungarian Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (2014)
- Long Service Medal, Singapore National Day Award (2014)
- Service to Qualification Award, Ministry of Qualification, Singapore (2007)
- Best Poster Award (First Prize), XXII Congress of the European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS), Paris, France (2004)
- Best Poster Award (First Prize), XXI Congress of the European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS), Munich, Germany (2003)
- Community Service Award, People’s Association (2001)
- Community Service Award, People’s Association (1998)
Biodata
Dr Chan Tat Keong graduated from the National University of Singapore (NUS) Medical School in 1985. Following his residency training in ophthalmology, he joined the academic faculty of the NUS Department of Ophthalmology and the clinical staff of the Singapore National Eye Centre. In 1994, Dr Chan Tat Keong earned the China Medical Board Fellowship, allowing him to pursue an overseas fellowship program. Dr Chan Tat Keong completed a clinical and research fellowship in Cornea/External Eye Disease and Refractive Surgery at the renowned Wilmer Eye Hospital, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, USA.
Dr Chan Tat Keong holds various positions and memberships in international and local professional organizations, including:
- Key member of the Infectious Disease Task Force, American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)
- International Council member, International Society of Refractive Surgery (ISRS)
- Country representative for Singapore, International Society of Refractive Surgery (ISRS)
- International member, American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
- International member, American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)
- Honorary member, Hungarian Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (SHIOL)
- Member, Refractive Surgery SubExpert In Group, College of Ophthalmologists, Academy of Medicine, Singapore
- Member, Singapore Society of Ophthalmology (SSO)
Currently serving as the Chairman of Infection Control at the Singapore National Eye Centre, Dr. Chan’s clinical interests lie in refractive surgery, including LASIK, as well as ocular infectious diseases, anti-infective therapy, and antibiotic prophylaxis. He has delivered extensive lectures and contributed to numerous instruction courses at major scientific meetings across the Asia-Pacific region, Europe, the United States, and Latin America. Recognized for his exceptional work on the molecular diagnosis of microbes associated with severe ocular infections, Dr Chan Tat Keong received the first prize in the poster competition at the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) Annual Congress in consecutive years: first in Munich, Germany, in 2003, and then in Paris, France, in 2004.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Dr. Chan Tat Keong’s specialties?
Dr. Chan specializes in Cataract & Comprehensive Ophthalmology, as well as Refractive Surgery.
What are Dr. Chan Tat Keong’s Qualifications?
Dr. Chan holds the following Qualifications: MBBS, M Med(Ophth), FRCS(Ed), FRCOphth, FAMS.
What are Dr. Chan Tat Keong’s operating hours?
Dr. Chan is available for appointments from Mondays to Fridays, between 8.30 am and 5.30 pm. The clinic is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.
How can I schedule an appointment with Dr. Chan Tat Keong?
You can book an appointment by calling Dr. Chan Tat Keong’s appointment number at (65) 6227 7266 or (65) 6100 9393 (for overseas calls). Online appointments can be made through the provided link. The chamber is located at Singapore National Eye Centre, 11 Third Hospital Ave, Singapore 168751.
What awards and recognitions has Dr. Chan Tat Keong received?
Dr. Chan has received several awards, including the Achievement Award from the Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO) in 2017, the Star Award and Gold Award from the Singapore Health Quality Service Award in 2016 and 2015, respectively, and the Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) in 2014. He has also been honored with awards such as the Best Poster Award at the European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) Annual Congress in 2003 and 2004.
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