Dr. Cheong Yee Ling
Consultant Paediatric Surgeon
Nobel Paediatric Surgery Centre, Mount Elizabeth Novena & Gleneagles, Singapore
MBBS (Malaya), MRCSI (Ireland), FAMS (Paediatric Surgery)
Dr. Cheong provides assessment and management for both elective and emergency paediatric surgical conditions. Her areas of practice include abdominal, thoracic, urological, and inguinoscrotal conditions in children.
She has contributed to publications in local and international medical journals and has held teaching appointments at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore (NUS), and Duke-NUS Medical School.
Insurance panels: Adept, AIA, Alliance, Bupa, Fullerton, Geoblue, Great Eastern Life, HSBC Life, IHP, iXchange, MHC, Prudential, Singlife
Clinic Practice Place
Nobel Paediatric Surgery Centre
(Gleneagles Hospital)
6A Napier Road,
Annexe Block Unit #02-37
Singapore 258500
Operating Hours
Mon, Wed, Fri: 08:30 – 13:00 | 14:00 – 17:30
Tues, Thurs, Sun & PH: Closed
Nobel Paediatric Surgery Centre
(Mount Elizabeth Novena)
38 Irrawaddy Road #07-31
Singapore 329563
Operating Hours
Tues, Thurs: 08:30 – 13:00 | 14:00 – 17:30
Sat: 08:30 – 12:30
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun & PH: Closed
Frequently Asked Questions
A paediatric surgeon manages a wide range of surgical conditions affecting infants, children, and adolescents. These include both elective and emergency conditions such as appendicitis, hernias, hydroceles, undescended testes, hydronephrosis, vesicoureteral reflux (VUR), hypospadias, as well as selected abdominal and thoracic conditions that may require surgical management.
During the first consultation, the doctor will take a detailed medical history, discuss your child’s symptoms, and perform a physical examination. If necessary, additional investigations such as blood tests or imaging studies may be arranged to help confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment options, including both surgical and non-surgical approaches, will then be discussed based on the findings.
Parents may consider seeking paediatric surgery consult for the following conditions:
Foreskin - related Conditions
Conditions that may benefit from circumcision include recurrent inflammation or infection of the foreskin, as well as persistent ballooning of the foreskin associated with phimosis.
Congenital Penile & Urological Conditions
Includes conditions such as hypospadias, chordee, hydronephrosis, pelvi-ureteric junction obstruction (PUJO) and vesicoureteral reflux (VUR). These conditions may cause recurrent urinary infections, or deterioration of renal function. Surgical correction is performed when clinically indicated to improve long-term outcomes.
Groin Conditions (Hernia, Hydrocele, Undescended Testis)
These conditions are commonly managed by a paediatric surgical practice. Surgical repair is often recommended to prevent complications such as strangulation or fertility issues later in life.
Abnormal Swellings under the Skin or in Deeper tissues.
Some swellings simply require observation, while others may need diagnostic imaging, drainage, biopsy, or surgical removal.
Abdominal and Chest Conditions
Abdominal masses require early surgical assessment. Thoracic conditions like recurrent pneumothorax and empyema may benefit from surgical intervention when conservative treatment is not sufficient.
Ovarian & Pelvic Conditions
Treatment depends on the child's age, symptoms, and the underlying condition. Ovarian cysts are often monitored with ultrasound and may require surgery if they are large, persistent, or causing complications, while an imperforate hymen is treated with a minor surgical procedure (hymenotomy) to create an opening and relieve the obstruction.
If your child has persistent abdominal pain, groin swelling, urinary abnormalities, or suspected congenital conditions, a paediatric surgical evaluation is recommended. You can come and consult with Dr. Cheong Yee Ling at Nobel Paediatric Surgery Centre, Mount Elizabeth Novena & Gleneagles, Singapore.
Dr. Cheong is accredited to perform surgery in various private hospitals and day-surgery centres across Singapore.
Coverage depends on your insurance provider and policy. Dr. Cheong is on multiple panels. It is best to check with the clinic before your visit for confirmation.
You may contact the clinic via phone call or WhatsApp to schedule a consultation.