The Trusted Kidney Specialist in Singapore
Kidney care is often a long-term journey. At our nephrology clinic, we see it as a partnership — one built on trust, clear communication and a shared commitment to your health. Your individual needs, concerns and preferences are central to how we guide your treatment.
Under the care of Senior Consultant Nephrologist Dr Alvin Ng, we provide specialist evaluation, diagnosis and management of kidney disease and conditions affecting kidney function. This includes the management of related conditions such as diabetes and hypertension, as well as complications arising from kidney dysfunction and kidney failure.
Working alongside you and your family, we help you navigate your kidney health with confidence.
Our kidney clinic in Singapore provides thorough care across a broad spectrum of kidney conditions, from early detection and management of common kidney conditions and associated diseases to advanced kidney failure requiring dialysis.
Blood in Urine
Resistant Hypertension
Protein in Urine
Kidney Failure
Acute Kidney Injury
Salt & Electrolyte Disorders
Chronic Kidney Disease
Renal Artery Stenosis
Diabetic Kidney Disease
Kidney Inflammation
Cystic Kidney Disease
Glomerulonephritis
Specialised Kidney & Nephrology Services
Peritoneal Dialysis
Dialysis Designed Around Your Lifestyle
Peritoneal dialysis offers a flexible, home-based treatment option that uses your body's natural membrane to remove waste and excess fluids. It allows for greater independence while ensuring effective and continuous care tailored to your daily routine.
Hemodialysis
Dialysis Supported by Ongoing Monitoring
Hemodialysis is a centre-based treatment that filters waste and excess fluids directly from the blood using advanced dialysis technology. Each session is conducted in a structured clinical setting with continuous monitoring by trained healthcare professionals, ensuring treatment is delivered safely, consistently, and in line with your individual care plan.
Dialysis Designed Around Your Lifestyle
Peritoneal dialysis offers a flexible, home-based treatment option that uses your body's natural membrane to remove waste and excess fluids. It allows for greater independence while ensuring effective and continuous care tailored to your daily routine.
Dialysis Supported by Ongoing Monitoring
Hemodialysis is a centre-based treatment that filters waste and excess fluids directly from the blood using advanced dialysis technology. Each session is conducted in a structured clinical setting with continuous monitoring by trained healthcare professionals, ensuring treatment is delivered safely, consistently, and in line with your individual care plan.
Meet Our Singapore Kidney Specialist and Nephrologist
Dr Alvin Ng Kok Heong 黄国雄医生
Senior Consultant Nephrologist & Medical Director
MBChB (Auckland), FRACP (Aus), FAMS (Renal Medicine)
Clinical Interests:
Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute Renal Failure, Glomerulonephritis
Hypertension, Hemodialysis, Peritoneal Dialysis, Diabetic Kidney Disease
Dr Alvin Ng Kok Heong is an established Singapore nephrologist (renal specialist) dedicated to advancing the diagnosis, treatment and care for a wide range of kidney conditions. With over two decades of experience in renal medicine as a kidney doctor, he brings together strong clinical expertise with a deep commitment to patient care.
He completed his nephrology training in New Zealand, gaining advanced clinical experience across Auckland City Hospital, North Shore Hospital and Middlemore Hospital. His work spanned renal transplantation, home haemodialysis and satellite dialysis services, providing him with broad exposure to complex renal care. Following his fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians, he served as a consultant nephrologist at North Shore Hospital before returning to Singapore, where he joined the Department of Renal Medicine at Changi General Hospital and was subsequently appointed Director of Peritoneal Dialysis.
Now practising at Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre in Singapore, Dr Ng is known for his thoughtful, patient-centred approach as he helps patients manage their kidney health confidently.
Over 20 Years
of Experience in Nephrology
Former Director
of Peritoneal Dialysis (CGH)
Multiple Awards Recipient
for Clinical Excellence & Service
Clear and Compassionate
in Patient Communications
"Kidney conditions can be complex. I take time to ensure patients and their families understand the diagnosis, so we can move forward with care that is personalised, considered and focused on long-term wellbeing."
Dr Alvin Ng
Senior Consultant Nephrologist & Medical Director
Practical Information for Your Kidney Care Journey
The earliest signs of kidney problems often include swelling in the legs or face, changes in urination such as increased frequency (especially at night), or the presence of blood or protein in the urine. As symptoms can be subtle, regular screening is important, especially if you have diabetes, hypertension or a family history of kidney disease.
Several risk factors can increase the likelihood of developing kidney disease, including diabetes, high blood pressure, family history, age, race, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and smoking. Renal specialists from Singapore will most likely be able to determine which of these are the contributing factors through tests and consultation.
Kidney disease is usually diagnosed through medical history, physical examination, and laboratory tests. Some standard tests that kidney clinics in Singapore may use to diagnose kidney disease include blood tests, urine tests, imaging tests, and kidney biopsies.
While some acute kidney conditions can be treated and reversed, treatment of chronic kidney disease focuses on slowing progression, controlling underlying conditions and preventing complications. With early intervention and appropriate care, patients can maintain good kidney function and enjoy quality of life.
The treatment choices for kidney disease depend on the severity of the disease and the underlying cause. A few common treatment options include lifestyle changes, medications, dialysis and kidney transplantation.
Your first consultation with a nephrologist will involve a detailed review of your medical history, medications and symptoms, followed by a physical examination. Blood and urine tests are commonly performed to assess kidney function, and imaging tests may be arranged if needed. Based on the findings, a personalised care plan will be discussed with you.
In some cases, kidney disease can be prevented or delayed through lifestyle changes and medical treatment. For example, kidney specialists from Singapore may recommend reducing your risk of developing kidney disease through regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, eating a healthy diet, quitting smoking, managing diabetes and high blood pressure, and getting regular medical check-ups.
Keeping Kidney Healthcare Accessible For All
Our kidney clinic accepts patients with or without insurance in Singapore. Additionally, we partner the following local and international health insurers to provide you affordable specialist healthcare.
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