Dr Michael YC Wong — Endourology & Kidney Stone Specialist in Singapore

Dr Michael YC Wong (Wong Yuet Chen Michael) is a senior consultant urologist known for his work in minimally invasive endourology and the treatment of urinary stone disease, as well as female urology. He graduated from the National University of Singapore and is a Fellow of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore and the International College of Surgeons.

He was the first Singaporean urologist to complete an American fellowship in endourology and urolithiasis at the Institute of Kidney Stone Disease, and subsequently trained in female urology and neuro-urology at the Methodist Hospital in the United States.

He is Medical Director of the International Urology, Fertility and Gynaecology Centre at Mount Elizabeth Hospital and has held leadership roles in international urological societies, including the Endourological Society and the World Congress of Endourology.

Clinical focus

Endourology & kidney stones.

Qualifications (as publicly listed)

MBBS (S'pore), M Med (Surgery), FRCS (Edinburgh), FICS (USA), FAMS (Urology).

Where they practise

• Clinic / practice: International Urology, Fertility and Gynaecology Centre — Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre
• Hospital / training affiliation(s): Mount Elizabeth Hospital

Getting to the clinic

Dr Michael YC Wong practises at the International Urology, Fertility and Gynaecology Centre within Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre on Orchard. The nearest MRT station is Orchard (NS22/TE14), a short walk or brief taxi ride from the medical centre via Mount Elizabeth Road. Several bus routes serve Orchard Road and Paterson Road nearby, and a taxi or ride-hailing drop-off at the main lobby is straightforward.

Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre is a private building with a paid visitor carpark, so driving is practical; allow extra time during busy clinic periods as parking can fill up around midday. From the lobby, follow signage to the lifts for the specialist floors and check your unit number when booking. If you are travelling from outside the city, the Orchard area is well connected by MRT and bus, and taxi stands are clearly marked at the entrance.

What endourology and kidney stone care covers

Endourology is minimally invasive urological surgery performed through the body’s natural passages or small tracts, often without large incisions. Dr Wong’s stated focus is endourology and the treatment of urinary stone disease, alongside female urology. Kidney and urinary stones form when minerals crystallise in the urinary tract and can cause severe pain, blood in the urine, infection or blockage.

• Stone disease of the kidney, ureter and bladder, assessed by imaging and managed according to size, position and composition.
• Minimally invasive stone treatments such as ureteroscopy and percutaneous techniques, which aim to clear stones with less disruption than open surgery.
• Female urology, covering urinary symptoms and conditions specific to women.
• Prevention advice, since stones can recur and lifestyle and dietary factors play a role.

Stone disease is common and tends to recur over a lifetime, which is why assessment looks not only at clearing the current stone but at why stones are forming. Symptoms vary widely: a small stone sitting quietly in the kidney may cause no trouble, while a stone passing down the ureter can produce sudden, severe loin pain, nausea and blood in the urine. A blocked, infected system is a more urgent situation. Female urology, the other strand of this practice, addresses urinary symptoms and pelvic-floor or bladder conditions that affect women, assessed and managed according to the individual.

What to expect at a consultation

A first visit begins with a history of your symptoms, including pain, urinary changes and any previous stones or treatments, together with your general health and medications. A focused examination follows where relevant. Investigations commonly include urine tests, blood tests and imaging such as ultrasound or a CT scan to locate and measure stones. If you have passed a stone, analysis of its composition can guide prevention. The consultation aims to confirm the diagnosis and set out the options, from watchful waiting and medical treatment to minimally invasive procedures.

Preparing for your appointment

Bring photo identification and any GP or polyclinic referral letter. Gather previous scans, X-rays, CT images and test results, especially any imaging that shows your stones, as this avoids repeating investigations. Prepare a current list of medications and supplements with doses, since some affect stone formation. Note your symptoms, when episodes occur and how severe the pain has been. If you have collected a passed stone, bring it for analysis. Recent blood and urine results are particularly useful for stone assessment.

After your consultation and follow-up

After the visit you will be given a plan and, where imaging or tests were ordered, advice on when results will be ready. Many stones can be monitored or treated with medication, while larger or obstructing stones may need a procedure, which the clinic will schedule and explain. Follow-up imaging is often arranged to confirm clearance and to watch for recurrence. Continuity of care matters in stone disease because recurrence is common, so review visits and prevention advice are part of the plan. Seek urgent help for severe loin pain, fever with urinary symptoms, persistent vomiting or an inability to pass urine. A second opinion is always your right.

Booking, referrals and fees

As a private specialist, Dr Wong can usually be seen without a referral, although a GP or polyclinic letter may help if you are later directed to a subsidised public clinic. For eligible procedures, MediSave, MediShield Life and Integrated Shield Plans may apply within set limits, while consultations are generally out of pocket. The exact coverage depends on your plan and the procedure performed, so confirm fees, claim limits and any approvals directly with the clinic before treatment.

Common questions

Do all kidney stones need surgery?

No. Many small stones pass on their own or are managed with medication and fluids. Treatment depends on size, position, symptoms and whether the stone is causing blockage or infection.

What does minimally invasive stone treatment involve?

Endourological techniques reach stones through natural passages or small tracts rather than large incisions, which generally means less disruption. The right approach is chosen for each stone after imaging.

Why do stones keep coming back?

Stones often recur because of dietary, fluid and metabolic factors. Identifying the stone type and adjusting prevention measures can reduce the chance of new stones forming.

How are stones investigated?

Assessment usually combines urine and blood tests with imaging such as ultrasound or CT to locate and size the stone, and sometimes analysis of a passed stone to guide prevention.

Can I do anything to lower my risk of new stones?

Often yes. Once the stone type is known, measures such as increasing fluid intake and adjusting diet can reduce the chance of recurrence, and your specialist will tailor advice to your situation.

Related guides

• Kidney stones

Sources & verification

• Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre profile

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