MBBS(S’pore), MRCP(UK), FRCP(Edin), Dip Ven(London), FAMS(Dermatology)
Dr Cheong Wai Kwong has been practising Dermatology since 1986 in various hospitals including the National Skin Centre in Singapore, and in the St John’s Dermatology Centre in London before going into private practice at the Specialist Skin Clinic in 1995. He trained at the St John’s Dermatology Centre, London in cutaneous photobiology, (the study of biological effects of sunlight on the skin) and phototherapy (the use of ultraviolet radiation to treat skin conditions). Besides treating general skin problems in both children and adults, he has special interest and expertise in the treatment of psoriasis, acne and acne scars and the use of ultraviolet radiation (phototherapy) for treating skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema and vitiligo. He has also undergone training and worked in the field of sexually transmitted infections in London.
Dr Cheong is experienced with the use of various lasers and IPL for treating acne, acne scars, pigment problems such as freckles and age spots and removal of tattoos and birthmarks as well as Exilis® and Thermage® for non-invasive face lift.
He is a past President of the Dermatological Society of Singapore (2000 – 2005). In recent years, he has spearheaded roundtable meetings on acne, atopic dermatitis and quality skin care for key opinion leaders in the region. He is a member of the P & G Olay Pro-X Global Dermatologist Alliance, medical advisor to the Psoriasis Association of Singapore and member of the editorial advisory board for Shape magazine.
He chaired the Asian expert forum on the diagnosis and management of seborrhoeic dermatitis in September 2014 and in early August 2015, co-chaired the Asia Pacific seborrhoeic dermatitis leaders’ summit in Ho Chi Minh City where he led a group of experts from the region in discussing the many aspects of seborrhoeic dermatitis.
In early 2015, he participated in the 4th Asia Pacific acne leaders summit where key opinion leaders in the field of acne gathered to discuss the latest developments in acne treatment.
In recent months, he has been conducting advanced acne workshops for dermatologists and physicians in the region including Taiwan, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore.
He lectures extensively on acne, atopic dermatitis, hair loss and other skin conditions like pigment disorders and seborrhoeic dermatitis both locally and regionally, and is featured regularly in the media for his advice on skin care products and skin issues.
Practice Address
Specialist Skin Clinic and Associates Pte Ltd
1 Grange Road, #06-04 Orchard Building, Singapore 239693
