A neutral, editorial directory of notable sports medicine physicians practising in Singapore, grouped by sub-specialty to help you find the right expertise. This is not a ranking and not a paid listing.
How we compiled this directory
We list established, currently-practising sports medicine physicians with a clear public professional footprint, chosen to cover the main areas of sports and exercise medicine care — not by who pays. Profiles are compiled from public sources and we omit ratings and prices, which we cannot independently verify. This is an independent editorial selection, not an advertisement — see our editorial policy. Always verify a doctor’s current registration on the SMC public register and choose based on your own needs, your GP’s referral and your insurance.
Sports injuries & musculoskeletal medicine
- Adj Assoc Prof Roger Tian — Singapore Sport & Exercise Medicine Centre @ Novena (sports injuries & musculoskeletal medicine)
Tendinopathy & musculoskeletal medicine
- Adj Assoc Prof Kelvin Chew — Singapore Sport & Exercise Medicine Centre @ Novena (tendinopathy & musculoskeletal medicine)
Regenerative & injection therapies
- Dr Patrick Goh — Orthopaedics International (Sports Medicine) (regenerative & injection therapies)
Running, overuse & women’s sports medicine
- Dr Lim Baoying — SportsIN (running & overuse injuries / women's sports medicine)
Sports concussion
- Dr Dinesh Sirisena — International Orthopaedic Clinic (IOC Ortho) (concussion)
Exercise medicine & pre-participation screening
- Adj Assoc Prof Benedict Tan — Singapore Sport & Exercise Medicine Centre @ Novena (general sports & exercise medicine)
- Dr Chiam Tut Fu — MSMC Musculoskeletal & Sports Medicine Clinic (exercise medicine)
- Dr Ng Chung Sien — Singapore Sport & Exercise Medicine Centre @ Novena (exercise medicine & pre-participation screening)
How to choose
- See a sports physician for non-surgical care — sports medicine physicians diagnose and treat injuries without surgery; they refer to an orthopaedic surgeon only when an operation is genuinely needed.
- Match the focus to your need — an injuries specialist for acute sports injuries, a tendinopathy specialist for tendon problems, a regenerative specialist for injection therapies, a running/overuse specialist for endurance injuries, a concussion specialist for head injuries, or an exercise-medicine physician for screening and exercise prescription.
- Check registration on the SMC register and confirm fees; many sports injuries respond to rehabilitation and load management before any procedure.
- See our guides on sports injuries and ACL injury.
Looking for a clinic rather than a named doctor? See our shortlist of sports medicine clinics in Singapore.
Independent editorial directory — not a paid listing or ranking, and not medical advice. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.
What does a sports medicine physician treat?
Sports and exercise medicine physicians manage musculoskeletal injuries — muscle, tendon, ligament and joint problems — without surgery, as well as exercise-related and active-lifestyle concerns. You do not need to be a competitive athlete to see one. They commonly help with overuse injuries, sprains and strains, tendon pain, sports concussion, and pre-participation health screening, and they prescribe rehabilitation and graduated return-to-activity plans.
What to look for when choosing a sports medicine physician in Singapore
Confirm registration with the Singapore Medical Council and, where applicable, listing on the Register of Specialists. A good fit depends on your problem rather than a single “best” name.
- Relevant subspecialty focus — acute injury, tendinopathy, running and overuse, concussion, or exercise prescription.
- Access to imaging (ultrasound or MRI) and to physiotherapy and rehabilitation support.
- A clear, conservative pathway with referral to an orthopaedic surgeon only when an operation is genuinely needed.
Public versus private care, and costs
In the public system, a GP or polyclinic referral leads to subsidised sports medicine and rehabilitation services at the restructured hospitals and dedicated centres. Private clinics often offer quicker access and continuity. Costs vary with the procedure: consultations and investigations may attract subsidies in the public setting, while some treatments and elective regenerative or injection therapies may not be claimable. MediSave or insurance may apply to certain procedures — confirm with the clinic before booking.
Questions to ask at your first consultation
- What is the likely diagnosis, and do I need a scan to confirm it?
- What can be managed with rehabilitation and load management before any procedure?
- How long until I can return to my sport or activity, and what are the warning signs?
Common questions
Do I need a referral to see a sports physician?
Private clinics usually accept self-referrals. A GP or polyclinic referral helps if you want subsidised public care.
Will I need surgery?
Many sports injuries improve with rehabilitation and activity changes. Surgery is considered only when conservative care is unlikely to work.
Is a sports physician the same as an orthopaedic surgeon?
No. Sports physicians focus on non-surgical care and refer to an orthopaedic surgeon when an operation is needed.
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