Dr Roland Chieng is the Medical Director of Virtus Fertility Centre Singapore, with more than 20 years of clinical experience in fertility and reproductive medicine across Singapore and Australia. He provides the full range of assisted reproduction services including IVF, ICSI and frozen embryo transfer. He also holds a Graduate Diploma in Acupuncture and takes an integrated approach to optimising reproductive health.
Clinical focus
IVF and assisted reproduction.
Qualifications (as publicly listed)
MBBS, MRCOG (UK), FAMS, Graduate Diploma in Acupuncture.
Where they practise
- Clinic / practice: Virtus Fertility Centre Singapore (see our clinic listing) — Orchard Road
Getting to the clinic
Dr Roland Chieng practises at Virtus Fertility Centre Singapore in the Orchard Road area, Singapore’s main medical and shopping belt, which is well served by public transport.
- By MRT: The Orchard area is served by Orchard MRT (NS22 / TE14) and Somerset MRT (NS23), with the Thomson-East Coast Line also serving Orchard; from the stations it is a short, largely sheltered walk along Orchard Road.
- By bus: Many services run along Orchard Road and connecting roads; check your specific route.
- By car or taxi: Taxis and ride-hailing can drop off close to the centre, and paid visitor parking is available in the Orchard buildings, though spaces can be busy at peak times.
Fertility care often involves a series of visits over a cycle, some early in the morning for monitoring, so it is worth planning a routine that works with your travel and your day.
What IVF and assisted reproduction covers
Dr Chieng’s focus is IVF and assisted reproduction. Assisted reproduction brings together several techniques to help people who are having difficulty conceiving, and the right approach depends on the underlying reasons, which an assessment seeks to identify.
- In-vitro fertilisation (IVF): stimulating the ovaries to produce eggs, retrieving them, fertilising them in the laboratory and transferring an embryo to the womb.
- Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI): injecting a single sperm directly into an egg, often used where there are sperm-related factors.
- Frozen embryo transfer: transferring an embryo that was frozen in an earlier cycle, allowing flexibility in timing.
- Integrated reproductive health support: Dr Chieng also holds a Graduate Diploma in Acupuncture and takes an integrated approach to optimising reproductive health.
Fertility assessment usually considers both partners, since factors can lie with either or both, and treatment is tailored to the couple’s situation and history rather than following a single fixed path.
What to expect at a consultation
A first visit typically begins with a detailed history from both partners where applicable: how long you have been trying, menstrual and reproductive history, previous pregnancies or treatments, general health, lifestyle and any relevant medical or surgical background. Investigations are commonly arranged, which may include blood tests to assess hormones and ovarian reserve, an ultrasound scan, and a semen analysis for the male partner.
Dr Chieng will explain what the findings suggest, the options available, from timed approaches and simpler treatments through to IVF, ICSI or frozen embryo transfer, and the realistic expectations, benefits and limits of each, so that any decision is made together and well informed.
Preparing for your appointment
- Photo identification and any GP or polyclinic referral letter.
- Records of previous fertility tests, treatments, scans or surgery, for both partners where relevant.
- A note of your menstrual cycle pattern and any recent ovulation tracking.
- A list of current medicines and supplements for both partners.
- A written list of questions and concerns; attending together as a couple, where applicable, is often helpful.
If you have had recent blood tests, scans or a semen analysis, bringing the actual results can save repeating them and help the discussion.
After your consultation and follow-up
After the assessment you should understand the likely factors involved and the options. If treatment such as IVF is planned, the clinic will explain the steps of a cycle, the monitoring involved and what to expect, including that more than one cycle is sometimes needed. Results of investigations are discussed at review, and the plan can be adjusted as you go. Continuity of care matters in fertility treatment, and you are free to take time, to discuss decisions as a couple, and to seek a second opinion before proceeding. Seek prompt medical advice if, during treatment, you develop severe abdominal pain, marked bloating, breathlessness or significant discomfort, which should be assessed without delay.
Booking, referrals and fees
At a private clinic an appointment can usually be arranged without a referral, though a referral letter and previous records help with continuity and may be relevant for subsidies in the public system. Government co-funding and the use of MediSave for assisted reproduction may apply for eligible couples within set limits and conditions, while other costs are generally paid out of pocket. The details depend on eligibility, so confirm current fees, co-funding and what applies to your situation directly with the clinic.
Common questions
What is the difference between IVF and ICSI?
In IVF, eggs and sperm are combined in the laboratory to allow fertilisation. In ICSI, a single sperm is injected directly into an egg, which is often used where there are sperm-related factors.
What is a frozen embryo transfer?
It is the transfer of an embryo that was frozen in an earlier cycle, which allows treatment to be timed flexibly and can avoid repeating ovarian stimulation.
Should both partners attend?
Where applicable, attending together is often helpful, since fertility factors can involve either or both partners and decisions are usually made as a couple.
How long does an IVF cycle take?
A typical cycle runs over several weeks and involves ovarian stimulation, monitoring visits, egg retrieval and embryo transfer, with timing varying between individuals. The clinic will outline the schedule so you can plan around the monitoring visits.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is strictly required at a private clinic, but bringing any letter and previous results helps the consultation and supports continuity of care.
Related guides
Sources & verification
See also: our editorial directory of fertility & reproductive medicine specialists in Singapore and our shortlist of fertility clinics.
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