About Ortho Spineworks

Orthopaedic & Spine Surgeon Singapore

Dr. Gamaliel Tan is an experienced orthopaedic and spine surgeon in Singapore who works closely with patients seeking care for spine conditions. As a spine specialist, he supports patients through diagnosis, treatment and recovery.

Orthopaedic Surgeon Specialising in Spine Surgeries

Dr. Gamaliel Tan is a skilled spine surgeon in Singapore with experience treating various spinal conditions for patients locally and from overseas. With experience in orthopaedic and spine surgery, he has received multiple accolades for his patient care and dedication.

As an orthopaedic and spine surgeon in Singapore, Dr. Tan has built a great reputation for handling complex spine cases. He performs minimally invasive procedures aimed at supporting recovery and maintaining function. With years of training and clinical experience, Dr. Tan continues to contribute to the field of spine surgery in Singapore.

Spine Doctor Singapore

Our Expertise in Spine Surgery

At Ortho Spineworks, we are committed to delivering comprehensive care in orthopaedic and spine surgery. As a spine surgeon in Singapore, Dr. Gamaliel Tan specialises in a range of minimally invasive techniques, including endoscopic spine surgery and motion preservation procedures such as artificial disc replacements.

These approaches aim to minimise tissue disruption, offering patients good recovery and reduced postoperative discomfort.

With experience as an orthopaedic spine surgeon, Dr. Tan manages a full spectrum of spinal conditions, including spine degeneration, fractures, infections, tumours and deformities. By integrating modern surgical techniques and evidence-based methods, Ortho Spineworks ensures that every patient benefits from a personalised and effective treatment plan under the care of a reliable spinal specialist in Singapore.

Recent Research Publications

NASSJ Open Access: April 27 2023

1) Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Supralaminar, posterior spinous process sparing approach for en bloc cervical laminectomy in case of cervical osteochondroma causing cervical myelopathy.

S84-S96, 2021

2) Overview of tips in overcoming the learning curve in uniportal and biportal endoscopic spine surgery. Journal of minimally invasive spine surgery and technique 6 (Suppl 1)

Nature Communications Jan 2021

3) Artificial Intelligence in Sepsis early prediction and diagnosis using unstructured data in healthcare.

Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare, Sept 2021

4) Telemedicine use in Orthopaedics: Experience during COVID-19 Pandemic.

JIMR 2021

5) Prediction of Readmission in Geriatric Patients from Clinical notes: Retrospective Text Mining Study.

Journal of Spine May 2020

6) A Systematic Review of Complications Associated with Initial Learning Curve of Endoscopic Spine Surgery Highlighting the Necessity of Introducing an Effective Fellowship to Train Competent Endoscopic Spine Surgeons.

AME Case Reports 2020

7) C1/C2 osteomyelitis secondary to malignant otitis externa complicated by atlantoaxial subluxation – a case report and review of the literature.

A case report, 2018 JMISST

8) Minimally invasive lateral access corpectomy for a solitary renal cell carcinoma spinal metastasis.

2018 Nature

9) High Speed, High Density Intraoperative 3D Optical Topographical Imaging with Efficient Registration to MRI and CT for craniospinal surgical navigation.

Major Achievements

  • Started the Department of Orthopaedics at Ng Teng Fong General Hospital (NTFGH) in 2009.
  • Served as the Head of Department till 2018 and was the Head of the Spine Division till 2023.
  • Started the endoscopic spine services in NTFGH in 2020.
  • Continues to be a visiting consultant to NTFGH and NUH.
  • Served as the Group Chief Medical Informatics Officer (GCMIO) in 2018 to 2023 for the National University Hospital System (NUHS) and helped implement the cluster EMR system during that time. The system garnered the prestigious HIMSS EMRAM Stage 7 award in 2016 and 2020 and the HIMSS Davies Award in 2020.

Qualifications

  • MBBS (S'pore)
  • MMed (S'pore)
  • FAMS (Ortho)
  • FRCS (Edin)

Awards and Memberships

For his contributions, Dr Tan was awarded the MOH Public Service Administration Medal (Bronze) and NUHS Long Service Award (25 years) in 2021.

He is a member of the Singapore Spine Society and AOSpine Society. He served as a council member of the AOSpine East Asia group from 2017 – 2020.

Why Patients Choose Dr. Gamaliel Tan

Spine Surgeon Singapore

Specialises in Endoscopic Spine Surgery

Dr. Gamaliel Tan is a spine surgeon in Singapore who performs endoscopic spine surgery, a minimally invasive approach that supports recovery and reduces surgical impact. This approach lowers the risk of complications while achieving effective outcomes for a range of spinal conditions.

As an orthopaedic and spine surgeon in Singapore, Dr. Tan offers patients access to modern techniques that prioritise both safety and recovery.

Experienced Staff

At Ortho Spineworks, our team of experienced professionals support patients through every step of their spine health journey. In addition to Dr. Tan’s expertise as a spinal specialist in Singapore, our staff bring expertise in orthopaedic and spine surgery, ensuring that each patient receives tailored care.

We combine technical expertise with personalised care to enhance the patient experience and outcomes.

Up-to-date Surgical techniques

We are committed to employing current, evidence-based techniques in orthopaedic and spine surgery. At Ortho Spineworks, our spine surgeon in Singapore integrates surgical methods to treat conditions ranging from disc degeneration to spinal deformities.

Whether through minimally invasive spine surgery or motion preservation procedures, we ensure that every patient benefits from up-to-date practices that enhance surgical success and promote long-term spine health.

Why Patients Choose Dr. Gamaliel Tan

Spine Surgeon Singapore


Specialises in Endoscopic Spine Surgery

Dr. Gamaliel Tan is a spine surgeon in Singapore who performs endoscopic spine surgery, a minimally invasive approach that supports recovery and reduces surgical impact. This approach lowers the risk of complications while achieving effective outcomes for a range of spinal conditions.

As an orthopaedic and spine surgeon in Singapore, Dr. Tan offers patients access to modern techniques that prioritise both safety and recovery.


Experienced Staff

At Ortho Spineworks, our team of experienced professionals support patients through every step of their spine health journey. In addition to Dr. Tan’s expertise as a spinal specialist in Singapore, our staff bring expertise in orthopaedic and spine surgery, ensuring that each patient receives tailored care.

We combine technical expertise with personalised care to enhance the patient experience and outcomes.


Up-to-date Surgical techniques

We are committed to employing current, evidence-based techniques in orthopaedic and spine surgery. At Ortho Spineworks, our spine surgeon in Singapore integrates surgical methods to treat conditions ranging from disc degeneration to spinal deformities.

Whether through minimally invasive spine surgery or motion preservation procedures, we ensure that every patient benefits from up-to-date practices that enhance surgical success and promote long-term spine health.

Our Commitment to Your Spine Health

Your spine health is our priority. As a spine surgeon in Singapore, Dr. Gamaliel Tan creates personalised treatment plans that suit each patient’s condition and lifestyle. Whether you require non-surgical care or orthopaedic and spine surgery, we focus on helping you regain function and maintain long-term spine wellness through expert, tailored solutions.

Our commitment extends to every stage of your recovery. With comprehensive follow-up care and close rehabilitation support, we ensure that patients continue to achieve meaningful improvements over time.

We continue to guide patients through their recovery journey with post-surgical care, rehabilitation advice and regular follow-ups. Under the care of a spinal specialist in Singapore, our focus is to help you achieve sustainable spine health and regain confidence in your daily activities.

Conditions We Commonly Treat

Living with spinal pain or injury can be overwhelming, but you are not alone. As a spine specialist in Singapore, Dr. Gamaliel Tan is committed to helping patients regain comfort and mobility through expert orthopaedic and spine surgery. Whether you are dealing with a slipped disc, scoliosis or spinal fractures, we provide focused, comprehensive care to address your condition with confidence and skill.

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