Knee Osteoarthritis in Singapore: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Non-Surgical Treatments
Written by Dr Gerard Ee | Reviewed by Dr Gerard Ee | Expert opinion by Dr Gerard Ee (MBBS UK, MRCS Edinburgh, DP Dermatology Cardiff). Member of the Royal College of Surgeons. Senior aesthetic physician with hospital orthopaedic training and a peer-reviewed publication record in knee surgery. Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is one of most common causes of persistent knee pain in adults in Singapore. While prevalent in adults in their 40s, having knee OA does not automatically mean that you need a knee replacement. For mild to moderate cases, there is a wide range of non-surgical treatment options available.
AGNES RF vs AviClear vs Gold PTT, Which Acne Treatment Is Right for You?
Written and medically reviewed by Dr Gerard Ee (MBBS Singapore), Medical Director and Founder at The Clifford Clinic. The Clifford Clinic has spent more than 16 years treating acne and was among the early adopters in Singapore of treatments such as AGNES and AviClear. This article is for general education and does not replace a personal consultation. Last reviewed June 2026. AGNES, AviClear and Gold Photothermal Therapy are three of the most effective acne treatments available, and all three target the oil gland rather than just the surface pimple. Because they sound similar, patients often ask which is best. The
Why you SHOULD go to Korea for Ultherapy Prime
By Dr Gerard Ee Medical Director, The Clifford Clinic MBBS (UK), MRCS (Edinburgh), DP Dermatology (Cardiff) When deciding between High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) treatment in Singapore and Ultherapy Prime in Korea, cost, suitability, comfort, pain tolerance, and aftercare are all factors that should be considered. How much value the patient places on being able to attend follow-up sessions locally and their willingness to trust a foreign clinic also play a part in the decision-making process. Korea can be a sensible place to consider for branded Ultherapy Prime, mainly because Ultherapy may be more affordable there than in Singapore. For patients
Tweakments Singapore: What To Consider In Your 20s, 30s, 40s And 50s
Tweakments Singapore is now one of the most searched topics among adults who want subtle, natural-looking improvements without surgery. The word describes small aesthetic procedures that can refresh the skin, soften lines, improve pigmentation, support collagen and refine facial balance without making the face look overdone. The best tweakments are not about chasing a younger face. They are about keeping the skin healthy, stable and well supported as it changes with age. A thoughtful plan should respect facial identity, skin type, pigmentation risk, downtime, budget and long-term maintenance. In Singapore, this matters even more. Strong ultraviolet exposure, humidity, acne-prone skin,
