Senior Physician Chen Fang is a registered TCM physician at Thomson Chinese Medicine (Paragon), fully registered with the TCM Practitioners Board and a member of the Singapore Chinese Physicians’ Association.
She holds a Master of TCM from Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine and a Diploma in TCM from the Singapore College of TCM, and treats both adults and children.
Her stated areas of interest include general health, fertility and TCM gynaecology, pain management, confinement care, mental wellness and skin disorders. She consults in English and Mandarin.
Clinical focus
General TCM.
Qualifications (as publicly listed)
Master of TCM (Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine); Diploma in TCM (Singapore College of TCM); registered TCM physician.
Where they practise
- Clinic / practice: Thomson Chinese Medicine (see our clinic listing) — Paragon, Orchard
- Hospital / training affiliation(s): TCM Practitioners Board-registered TCM physician
Getting to the clinic
Senior Physician Chen Fang practises at Thomson Chinese Medicine at Paragon, the medical and retail building at 290 Orchard Road. Paragon is one of the most accessible spots in the Orchard belt. The nearest MRT stations are Orchard (NS22/TE14), linking the North-South Line and the Thomson-East Coast Line, and Somerset (NS23), both within a short, sheltered walk through the connected malls and walkways along Orchard Road. The whole corridor is served by numerous bus routes running along Orchard Road, so a bus connection is usually easy from most parts of the city.
Taxi and ride-hailing drop-off is straightforward, as Paragon and the neighbouring shopping centres have dedicated taxi stands and drop-off points. If you are driving, Paragon has a paid visitor carpark, though it is busy at weekends and over lunchtime, so it is sensible to allow extra time to park and reach the clinic. The medical suites are within the building’s office tower, so confirm the exact floor and unit, and the most convenient lift lobby, with Thomson Chinese Medicine when you book, particularly if you are visiting with children, as this practice treats both adults and children.
What general TCM covers
Senior Physician Chen Fang’s stated areas of interest are broad, spanning general health, fertility and TCM gynaecology, pain management, confinement care, mental wellness and skin disorders, and she treats both adults and children. General TCM practice draws on the main tools of Traditional Chinese Medicine — acupuncture, herbal medicine and tui na — applied according to a TCM diagnosis. In everyday terms this can mean support for menstrual and women’s health and fertility concerns, post-natal confinement care, musculoskeletal and pain complaints, general wellbeing and sleep, and skin conditions. Confinement care, in particular, is a long-established part of TCM practice in Singapore, focused on supporting recovery in the weeks after childbirth.
Because the focus is broad, the physician tailors the approach to the individual after assessment, choosing between herbal medicine, acupuncture and tui na, or a combination, and adjusting it as your situation changes. People often come with more than one concern at once, and a general TCM consultation allows these to be considered together. TCM care of this kind is complementary to, not a replacement for, conventional medical care. For fertility, pregnancy-related or paediatric concerns in particular, it is sensible to keep your medical doctor or specialist informed, and to seek conventional care first for any acute or red-flag symptom.
What to expect at a consultation
A first consultation usually begins with a detailed discussion of your concerns and general health, including, where relevant, your menstrual or fertility history or a child’s health. The physician then carries out a TCM assessment, which commonly includes observing the tongue and feeling the pulse, and forms a TCM diagnosis. Treatment may involve herbal medicine, acupuncture or tui na, with lifestyle and dietary advice, depending on the assessment. Herbal prescriptions are often tailored to you and adjusted at review visits. Consultations are offered in English and Mandarin, which can be helpful if you would prefer to discuss your concerns in either language. You should feel free to ask what each treatment involves and why it is recommended.
Preparing for your appointment
To get the most from the visit, it helps to bring:
- Photo identification.
- Any relevant medical records, scans or test results — for fertility or gynaecological concerns, recent investigations are useful.
- A current list of all medications and supplements, including prescription medicines.
- A written list of your symptoms and questions.
- For menstrual or fertility concerns, a note of your cycle; for a child’s visit, relevant health details.
After your consultation and follow-up
After the session you may be given herbal prescriptions, a course of acupuncture or tui na, or advice, with review visits to assess progress and adjust the plan. With a broad general practice, follow-up may address more than one of your concerns over time, and many TCM approaches work gradually rather than in a single visit. Keep your medical doctor or specialist informed if you are also under their care, especially when combining herbal medicine with prescription drugs or when undergoing fertility treatment. See a doctor first for red-flag or acute symptoms, and seek urgent medical attention for any serious or rapidly worsening problem, which falls outside the scope of TCM.
Booking, referrals and fees
You can usually book directly with the clinic without a referral. TCM consultations and treatments are generally a private, out-of-pocket cost and are not covered by MediSave or MediShield Life, which apply to defined medical procedures. As fees vary by clinic and treatment, confirm current charges directly with Thomson Chinese Medicine when you book.
Common questions
What does a general TCM physician treat?
This physician’s interests span general health, fertility and gynaecology, pain, confinement care, mental wellness and skin disorders, for both adults and children.
Is a TCM physician a medical doctor?
No. A TCM physician is a TCMPB-registered practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine, not a medical doctor, and TCM complements rather than replaces conventional care.
Can TCM help with fertility?
TCM is sometimes used alongside conventional fertility care. Keep your medical specialist informed, particularly if you are undergoing fertility treatment.
What languages are consultations in?
This physician consults in English and Mandarin.
Related guides
Sources & verification
See also: our editorial directory of TCM physicians & acupuncturists in Singapore and our shortlist of acupuncture & TCM clinics.
This is an independent, factual profile compiled from the public sources listed above — not a paid listing, advertisement or endorsement. Registered TCM physicians in Singapore are regulated by the TCM Practitioners Board (TCMPB); always verify current registration there and confirm specifics directly with the clinic. A TCM physician is not a medical doctor. This page is general information, not medical advice. See our editorial policy.
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