KK Minimally Invasive Surgery Centre

Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) is also known as key-hole or laparoscopic surgery.

Laparoscopic surgery involves the surgeon performing surgery with small incisions made in the abdomen. The surgeon will visualise the pelvic organs using a thin fibre optic tube. This surgical technique is good for patients as there is less complications when compared to open surgery. Patients benefit from good cosmesis and less post-operative pain. Furthermore, hospital stay and recovery time is shortened.

KK MIS Centre has been recognised as a Centre of Excellence. We are an APAGE accredited training centre for Minimally Invasive Gynaecology. Our operating theatres are equipped with the latest equipment and technology. Our surgeons and team strive to bring you world class expertise and care here in Singapore. We also provide fellowship training and education to local and foreign trained doctors wishing to enhance their skills in MIS.

Common gynaecological conditions seen at the clinic:

• Abnormal vaginal bleeding
• Irregular Menstruation
• Pelvic Pain
• Endometriosis
• Adenomyosis
• Subfertility Investigations
• Ovarian Cysts
• Adnexal Masses
• Fibroids
• Enlarged Uterus
• Endometrial Polyps
• Caesarean Scar pregnancy
• Caesarean scar disorders/defects

Range of Services:

• Tertiary level Referral centre: Intra- and Inter-hospital referrals from local and overseas clinicians
• 24 hours Level 3 Laparoscopic Surgeon On-Call to provide for Emergencies
• Diagnostic Laparoscopic & Hysteroscopic Procedures for
  • Chronic Pelvic Pain
  • Pelvic Masses
  • Abnormal & Heavy Uterine Bleeding
  • Subfertility
• Therapeutic Laparoscopic & Hysteroscopic Procedures for
  • Laparoscopic and Hysteroscopic Tubal Sterilisation
  • Ectopic Pregnancy (Salpingectomy & Salpingostomy)
  • Ovarian Cysts (Cystectomy & Oophorectomy)
  • Uterine Fibroids (Myomectomy & Transcervical Fibroid Resection)
  • Endometriosis (Excisional Surgery & Restoration of Pelvic Anatomy)
  • Removal of the Womb (Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy, Vaginal Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery (VNOTES) )
  • Subfertility (Tubal Repair & Transcervical Septum Resection)
  • Tubal Reanastomosis
  • Gynaecological Cancers
  • Hysteroscopic Endometrial Ablation for Heavy Uterine Bleeding
  • Treatment of Caesarean scar pregnanc
  • Caesarean scar myometrial defect repair
• One-Stop MIS Centre providing:
  • Outpatient Hysteroscopic Services for Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
  • Outpatient Hysteroscopic Removal of Intrauterine Devices
  • Outpatient Hysteroscopic Sterilization
  • Counselling and support services for patients undergoing minimally invasive surgical procedures
  • Early Pregnancy Clinic for Medical Treatment (Methotrexate) of Ectopic Pregnancy
  • Endometriosis Clinic for Management of Severe Endometriosis
  • Caesarean scar pregnancy (CSP) clinic

The KK Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) Centre

The KK MIS Centre consists of a highly skilled, trained team of Gynaecological Endoscopic Surgeons and nurses with expertise in advanced endoscopic surgery (laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, fertiloscopy). It is equipped with the latest laparoscopic and hysteroscopic technology to provide the highest level of surgical gynaecological care to our patients.

The MIS Centre consists of the following clinics:

Specialised Gynaecological Clinics

The Specialised Gynaecological Clinics, in addition to attending to common gynaecological conditions, also provide the following services:

• Second opinion to confirm the feasibility of endoscopic surgery for fibroid, ovarian cyst and pelvic pain
• Detailed counseling and explanation for endoscopic procedures like laparoscopic cystectomy, myomectomy and hysterectomy
• Medical treatment of Ectopic Pregnancy
• Specialised management of Caesarean scar pregnancy/disorders

Outpatient Endoscopic Suite

The Outpatient Endoscopic Suite offers an affordable and convenient one-stop service for women seeking clinical assessment for abnormal vaginal bleeding. A team of dedicated specialists manages the patient from clinic consultation, pelvic ultrasound to office hysteroscopy in the Endoscopic Suite. The suite is fitted with the latest technology of High-Density video-endoscopic devices. Procedures such as visualising the womb cavity, removal of intrauterine device, excision of polyps and endometrial biopsy can be done painlessly without general anaesthesia.

Education

Recognising the importance of public education, we organise regular forums for the public as well as medical personnel on the latest updates on minimally invasive surgery techniques and treatment of common gynaecological conditions.

We also conduct regular endoscopic workshops and scientific meetings for local and foreign doctors and specialists to share knowledge and updates on the latest innovations.

Training

We are an internationally recognised training centre and we have a robust MIS Unit Fellowship Programme for local as well as international gynaecologists seeking to advance their laparoscopic and hysteroscopic skills. With defined objectives covering anatomy, energy sources, ergonomics, tissue handling and suturing technique, the Fellowship Programme aims to develop the Fellow’s laparoscopic and hysteroscopic skills to an advanced level. Each training programme lasts 6 to 12 months.

From 1998 to 2025, we have trained 50 international fellows from various countries including Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, India, China, Belgium and Germany.

Since 2016, we have been recognised as an Asia-Pacific Association for Gynaecologic Endoscopy and Minimally Invasive Therapy (APAGE) accredited centre for Minimally Invasive Gynaecology.

Research

Research forms an integral part of our unit to enhance the quality of our services and care. Several clinical research projects are conducted every year with yearly presentations at international and local conferences.

A key highlight in recent years is the development of increased understanding and treatment of caesarean scar pregnancies and disorders and the role of novel minimally invasive surgical techniques in managing these conditions.

Contact Information

Clinic D, Women’s Tower, Basement 1