Dr Stanley Angkodjojo is Head and Senior Consultant, Rheumatology, in the Department of General Medicine at Sengkang General Hospital. He received his MBBS from the National University of Singapore in 2009, obtained his MRCP (UK) in 2013, and completed specialist rheumatology training at Singapore General Hospital from 2014 to 2018.
He has spoken publicly about gout, including the trend of younger patients developing the condition and the role of diet and lifestyle in its management, as featured in Sengkang General Hospital’s newsroom.
His external roles include serving as a Council Member of the Lupus Association of Singapore and a member of the National Arthritis Foundation.
Clinical focus
Gout & crystal arthritis.
Qualifications (as publicly listed)
MBBS (Singapore), MRCP (UK), FAMS (Rheumatology).
Where they practise
- Clinic / practice: Rheumatology, Department of General Medicine, Sengkang General Hospital — Sengkang
- Hospital / training affiliation(s): Sengkang General Hospital (SKH)
Getting to the clinic
The Rheumatology service within the Department of General Medicine is based at Sengkang General Hospital (SKH) in the north-east of Singapore. The hospital is served by nearby MRT and bus routes, with Sengkang as the main town centre interchange, and Buangkok MRT on the North East Line is close to the hospital; from there a short bus or taxi trip completes the journey. Taxi and ride-hailing drop-off is available at the main entrance, and as a public hospital SKH has visitor carparks on site for those driving.
On a first visit, check your appointment letter for the specific clinic location and use the hospital’s signage and information counters to find your way. Arriving a little early helps with registration and any pre-clinic checks.
What gout and crystal arthritis care covers
Dr Angkodjojo’s focus is gout and crystal arthritis, conditions in which tiny crystals form in and around the joints and trigger sudden, intense inflammation. Gout is caused by raised uric acid in the blood, which can crystallise in joints, classically the big toe, causing very painful, red, swollen flares. Over time, uncontrolled gout can lead to repeated attacks, joint damage and deposits called tophi, and is linked with conditions such as high blood pressure, kidney problems and metabolic disease.
He has spoken publicly about gout, including the trend of younger patients developing the condition and the role of diet and lifestyle in its management. Other crystal arthritis includes calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease, sometimes called pseudogout. Management combines treating acute flares to settle pain and inflammation with longer-term measures to lower uric acid, prevent further attacks and protect the joints and kidneys, supported by diet and lifestyle advice.
What to expect at a consultation
A first consultation usually begins with a history of your joint attacks, how often they occur, which joints are involved, your diet, alcohol intake, medicines and any family history of gout or kidney disease. An examination checks the affected joints for swelling and tophi. Diagnosis may be supported by blood tests for uric acid and kidney function, and sometimes by drawing fluid from a joint to look for crystals, or imaging.
The results are discussed with you, along with a treatment plan. This often includes medicines to settle a flare, uric-acid-lowering therapy to prevent future attacks, and practical advice on diet, weight, alcohol and fluids. You are encouraged to ask how long treatment continues and what target uric acid level to aim for.
Preparing for your appointment
It helps to bring:
- Your photo identification and any referral letter.
- Previous blood results, especially uric acid and kidney function, and any joint imaging.
- A current list of all medicines and supplements, including any water tablets, which can affect uric acid.
- A diary of your flares, noting timing, which joints, and possible triggers such as certain foods or drinks.
- A written list of questions about diet and long-term treatment.
After your consultation and follow-up
Gout is usually a long-term condition that responds well to sustained treatment. After your visit you may receive prescriptions and a plan to gradually lower and then maintain your uric acid level, with follow-up blood tests to track progress and kidney function. Referrals may be made if related conditions need attention. Reports and results can be obtained through the hospital. You are free to seek a second opinion. Seek prompt care if a flare is severe, a joint becomes very hot and you feel unwell or feverish, as joint infection can sometimes mimic gout and needs urgent assessment.
Booking, referrals and fees
As SKH is a public hospital, a referral from a GP, polyclinic or another doctor is generally the usual route and can support subsidy eligibility for citizens and permanent residents. For eligible procedures, MediSave, MediShield Life and Integrated Shield Plans may apply within set limits, while outpatient consultations are commonly paid out of pocket. Subsidy and billing depend on your status and services used, so confirm current fees directly with the hospital.
Common questions
What causes gout?
Gout results from high uric acid levels that form crystals in joints, triggering painful flares. Diet, genetics, certain medicines and other medical conditions can all play a part.
Can diet alone control gout?
Diet and lifestyle help, but many people with recurrent gout also need uric-acid-lowering medication to prevent attacks and protect the joints. The two work best together.
Why are younger people getting gout?
Factors such as diet, weight and lifestyle are thought to contribute. Whatever the age, the principles of lowering uric acid and managing triggers remain the same.
Do I keep taking medication between attacks?
Often yes. Uric-acid-lowering treatment is taken continuously, even when you feel well, to keep levels controlled and prevent future flares. Stopping suddenly can trigger attacks.
Related guides
Sources & verification
See also: our editorial directory of rheumatologists in Singapore and our shortlist of rheumatology clinics.
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