Dermatology
Extended Consultation — Joo Chiat
A 25-minute Extended Consultation with Dr Kenneth Tan at our Joo Chiat clinic — for patients with multiple chronic conditions that need to be managed together, chronic skin conditions, second opinions, and tailored executive health screening.
Skin & Dermatology
Primary care dermatology for all ages – eczema, acne, rashes, hair and scalp issues, lesion checks and long-term skin health in a family practice setting.
Alopecia and hair loss — diagnosing the cause first, then treating it honestly
A plain-language guide to hair loss — why diagnosing the type matters more than reaching for a treatment, the main patterns we see (androgenetic, telogen effluvium, alopecia areata, scarring), the medications that genuinely work, and an honest assessment of what doesn't.
Urticaria (hives) — what causes it, what helps, and when chronic itching is more than just an allergy
A plain-language guide to urticaria (hives) — what wheals actually are, why most chronic urticaria has no identifiable trigger, the antihistamine ladder that controls most cases, when to consider biologics, the truth about food elimination diets, and the urgent signs that mean it's not just hives.
Psoriasis — what it is, how we treat it, and why it matters beyond the skin
A plain-language guide to psoriasis — what it actually is (an immune-mediated condition, not a hygiene issue), the patterns it takes, why we ask about your joints and nails, the topical treatments that work, and when to refer to dermatology for phototherapy, methotrexate, or biologics.
Acne — what works, what doesn't, and why most over-the-counter routines disappoint
A plain-language guide to acne in adolescents and adults — why it happens, why most over-the-counter routines disappoint, the topical and oral treatments that actually work, isotretinoin honestly, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation in Asian skin, and when to come and see us.
Children with eczema — and when to call us
Age-specific tips for babies, children, and teenagers with eczema — and the red-flag signs for any age that need a clinic visit. Includes a careful look at food allergy testing and things that don't help. Part 3 of 3 in the Kenneth Tan Medical Clinic eczema series.
Managing an eczema flare
Recognising an eczema flare early and treating it well — topical corticosteroids with the fingertip unit, calcineurin inhibitors for sensitive areas, wet wraps, night-time antihistamines for sleep, addressing steroid phobia, and red-flag signs. Part 2 of 3 in the Kenneth Tan Medical Clinic eczema series.
Everyday skincare for eczema
The daily skincare routine that keeps most eczema flares at bay — moisturiser choice and quantity, soak-and-seal bathing, gentle cleansers, clothing, and common triggers. Part 1 of 3 in the Kenneth Tan Medical Clinic eczema series.