Physician Ong Fang Ying is a registered TCM physician at PULSE TCM in Singapore, listed with the TCM Practitioners Board.
She trained in Beijing, completing a Bachelor of Chinese Medicine and a clinical Master’s degree in acupuncture, moxibustion and tuina at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, with clinical placements at hospitals including Dongzhimen Hospital and the China-Japan Friendship Hospital.
Her stated areas of focus include pain management and rehabilitation, sports injuries, and women’s health, using acupuncture and related TCM modalities. She consults in English and Mandarin.
Clinical focus
Sports & injury acupuncture.
Qualifications (as publicly listed)
Clinical Master's Degree in Acupuncture, Moxibustion and Tuina (Beijing University of Chinese Medicine); Bachelor of Chinese Medicine; registered TCM physician.
Where they practise
- Clinic / practice: PULSE TCM
- Hospital / training affiliation(s): TCM Practitioners Board-registered TCM physician
Getting to the clinic
Physician Ong Fang Ying consults at PULSE TCM, which runs several branches across Singapore rather than from a single building, so confirm her branch at the time of booking and plan your journey to that exact address. PULSE TCM clinics generally sit within malls and neighbourhood centres located near MRT stations and bus routes, making them easy to reach on public transport.
- Identify the nearest MRT station and exit from the branch address on your confirmation before travelling.
- Mall branches usually have covered links from the station, which helps if you are attending with a painful or limited joint.
- Buses typically stop on the main road outside each mall, and taxi or ride-hailing drop-off is available at the building’s pick-up point.
- Paid public car parking is usually available at the mall for those who drive.
If you have a mobility issue or are recovering from a sports injury, call the branch ahead to check lift access and the most level route to the treatment area.
What sports and injury acupuncture covers
This area centres on acupuncture and related TCM techniques for musculoskeletal pain, sports injuries and rehabilitation. Common reasons to seek this kind of care include strains, sprains, overuse injuries, joint and muscle pain, and stiffness that limits training or daily movement. Physician Ong trained in acupuncture, moxibustion and tuina in Beijing, and her stated focus spans pain management and rehabilitation, sports injuries and women’s health.
Treatment typically draws on acupuncture to influence pain and muscle tension, sometimes combined with moxibustion or tuina, a hands-on manual technique, and advice on activity and recovery. The aim is to ease pain, support healing and help restore movement, framed within TCM principles. Acupuncture is often sought as a conservative option for musculoskeletal complaints, and it can sit alongside physiotherapy or medical care. A TCM physician is not a medical doctor, so where an injury may need imaging, a fracture review or surgical assessment, this care complements rather than replaces conventional evaluation.
What to expect at a consultation
A first visit usually begins with questions about how the injury or pain started, what makes it better or worse, your activity or sport, and your general health, sleep and energy. The physician will commonly examine the affected area, assess movement, and use traditional methods such as tongue observation and pulse taking to form a TCM pattern picture.
From this, she explains a proposed plan, which may include acupuncture and, where suitable, moxibustion or tuina, together with advice on rest, loading and self-care. Consultations are available in English and Mandarin. If acupuncture is used, she will explain what to expect during the session. Ask how many sessions might help, what you can do between visits, and whether you should also be seen by a doctor or physiotherapist for the problem.
Preparing for your appointment
- Bring photo identification and any referral letter or medical correspondence you have.
- Bring relevant scans or reports, such as X-ray, ultrasound or MRI results for the injured area.
- List your current medicines and supplements with doses.
- Wear or bring loose, comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the area being treated.
- Keep a short pain or symptom diary noting what aggravates and eases the problem, and how it affects training or daily life.
- Write down your questions in advance.
After your consultation and follow-up
You will usually leave with a treatment plan and self-care advice. Musculoskeletal and rehabilitation care is commonly delivered over a series of sessions, with the approach adjusted as your pain and movement improve. Follow any guidance on activity, gradual return to sport and home exercises, as this often supports recovery between sessions.
See the same physician where possible for continuity, and report how you responded to the previous session at each visit. Contact the clinic if symptoms change. Seek prompt conventional medical care for red-flag features such as severe or worsening pain, significant swelling, loss of function, numbness or weakness, or any injury you suspect involves a fracture, as these need medical assessment.
Booking, referrals and fees
You can usually book a TCM or acupuncture session directly with the clinic without a referral. TCM consultations and acupuncture are generally paid out of pocket; MediSave, MediShield Life and Integrated Shield Plans apply to defined conventional medical services rather than to TCM care in the usual case. Confirm current charges, session costs and any package details with the branch when you book.
Common questions
Does acupuncture hurt?
Most people feel only a small sensation as needles are placed. The physician will explain what to expect and adjust the approach to your comfort.
Can I have acupuncture alongside physiotherapy?
Yes, acupuncture is often used as a conservative option that can sit alongside physiotherapy or medical care. Tell each provider what treatment you are having.
How many sessions will I need for a sports injury?
This depends on the injury and how you respond. Such care is usually given as a series of sessions and reviewed, so discuss expected frequency with the physician.
What should I wear?
Loose, comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the area being treated is ideal, so the physician can examine and treat the relevant joint or muscle.
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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