Clinical Experience and Areas of Practice

Dr Teo’s clinical experience includes the medical and surgical management of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), with minimally invasive BPH procedures among his areas of special interest. He also manages prostate cancer and other urological conditions, drawing on his experience across both public and private healthcare.

Specialist Training and Clinical Leadership

Dr Teo graduated from the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore in 2006 before obtaining postgraduate surgical qualifications from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. He subsequently completed his specialist urology training through the SingHealth Urology Residency Programme.

During his public-sector career, Dr Teo served at Singapore General Hospital and played a role in establishing the Urology Department at Sengkang General Hospital when the hospital opened in 2018. His involvement contributed to the development of specialist urological services at the hospital.

Beyond clinical practice, Dr Teo served on committees responsible for evaluating drugs, medical devices and implants at Singapore General Hospital. He was also a member of the Ministry of Health Singapore’s Medical Device Committee.

International Training and Global Perspective

Following his specialist urology training, Dr Teo pursued subspecialty training in andrology in South Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States.

His international engagement has continued through overseas workshops, masterclasses and professional exchanges, as well as speaking engagements at international and regional medical programmes. These opportunities allow him to exchange knowledge with fellow urologists and remain informed about developments in urological care.

This broader perspective informs his clinical practice, including his consideration of evolving treatment approaches where appropriate for each patient.

Advancing Urology Through Education and Research

Dr Teo has contributed to urological research, including published academic work on BPH treatment and andrology. His involvement in research complements his clinical experience in managing prostate conditions.

He has also held teaching appointments at several of Singapore’s medical schools, including the National University of Singapore, Duke-NUS Medical School and Nanyang Technological University. As a faculty member of the SingHealth Urology Residency Programme, he was involved in training future urologists.

A Commitment Beyond Clinical Practice

Dr Teo’s involvement in community work extends beyond his responsibilities as a urologist. As an active grassroots leader with the People’s Association, he contributes to initiatives supporting the wider community.

Outside his clinic and community commitments, Dr Teo enjoys diving and cycling in his free time.