Get Expert Treatment from an Orthopaedic Surgeon in Singapore Today.
Are you suffering from pain in your shoulder, elbow, knees or sustained any sports injuries?
Get the specialist care you deserve with Dr Kevin Yik, a fellowship‑trained orthopaedic surgeon to recover and return to your active lifestyle quickly and safely.
Expert Treatment & Care Services
- Shoulder conditions such as Rotator Cuff Tears, Frozen Shoulder & Joint problems
- Elbow pain and swelling
- Sports injuries (Knee ACL, Meniscus tears and sprains)
- Same-Day Appointments Available
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Dr Kevin Yik is a fellowship-trained and internationally accredited orthopaedic surgeon specialising in:
- Shoulder and Knee Arthroscopy
- Shoulder Stabilisation Surgery
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- ACL Reconstruction and Meniscus Repair
- PRP and other Joint Injections
Meet Dr Kevin
Dr Kevin Yik — Fellowship in advanced surgical techniques in complex fracture fixation, shoulder arthroscopy and arthroplasty
MBBS (Singapore) | MRCS (Glasgow) | Mmed (Ortho Surg) | FRCS Orthopaedic Surgery (Edinburgh)
- Former head of Orthopaedic Trauma division at NUH and NTFGH
- Fellowship-trained in Korea for advanced orthopaedic surgical techniques
- More than 2800 surgeries done
Dr Yik has been in clinical practice since 2008 after graduating from the National University of Singapore with Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degrees. Since completing his orthopaedic specialist training, he served as the Head of Division for Orthopaedic Trauma in both National University Hospital and Ng Teng Fong General Hospital leading collaborative efforts in clinical and educational aspects between them.
Dr. Yik completed his subspecialty training with fellowships in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, and Orthopaedic Trauma at the Seoul National University Bundang Hospital under Prof. Oh Joo Han, and Korea University Guro Hospital, under Prof Oh Jong Keon. During this period, he learnt advanced surgical techniques in complex fracture fixation, shoulder arthroscopy for rotator cuff repair and instability, and shoulder arthroplasty.
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Gleneagles Medical Centre
6 Napier Rd, #07-09, Singapore 258499 -
Mon to Fri 9:00am – 5:30pm
Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm
Closed on Sundays & Public Holidays
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Farrer Park Hospital
1 Farrer Park Station Road, Connexion, #10-04, Singapore 217562 -
Mon to Fri 9:00am – 5:30pm
Sat 9:00am – 12:00pm
Closed on Sundays & Public Holidays
Shoulder & Elbow Arthroscopy and Joint Replacement
Shoulder and elbow arthroscopy are minimally invasive techniques employing small incisions for instrument and camera insertion to address intra‑articular conditions.
Within the shoulder, this approach allows direct visualisation for procedures such as rotator cuff repair, labral tear management, and decompression for impingement. In the elbow, arthroscopy can be utilised for removing loose bodies, addressing stiffness, or managing conditions like tennis elbow. It facilitates detailed joint assessment and targeted interventions for pathology specific to these upper limb joints.
Meanwhile, shoulder and elbow joint replacement surgery, or arthroplasty, addresses advanced joint deterioration often arising from severe arthritis or complex trauma. This involves replacing the damaged articular surfaces with specialised artificial implants. Shoulder replacement is considered for significant pain and functional loss, while elbow replacement may be indicated for similar reasons, particularly debilitating arthritis or non-reconstructible fractures. These procedures aim to alleviate substantial pain and restore functional movement when conservative treatments prove insufficient for managing advanced shoulder or elbow joint problems.
Sports Injuries – Knee injuries, ACL and MCL Tears
Identifying the Type of Injury
The knee is a complex joint composed of various ligaments and structures. Injuries can occur in different parts of the knee, such as the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), medial collateral ligament (MCL), and meniscus. Sometimes, more than 1 type of tear is present in an injury.
Accurate identification of the particular type of injury should be done by the doctor who will then determine the most suitable treatment options.
Symptoms
These symptoms help to identify the type of injury although most symptoms are shared by most types of knee injuries.
- ACL tears tend to be associated with a popping sound and immediate swelling as well as feelings of instability.
- MCL tears would usually cause knee pain and tenderness along the inner side of the knee.
- Meniscus injuries may result in difficulty straightening the leg and produce a popping sensation in the knee.
Treatment Options
Treatment would depend on the severity (partial or complete) of the condition and other factors such as age, lifestyle and health conditions. Minor tears may heal on their own with the help of physical therapy and supportive braces.
Otherwise, surgical treatment may be necessary to restore stability, knee function and prevent the development of chronic conditions such as osteoarthritis.
