Dr. Lydia Tan - Family Physician at Singapore Women's Clinic

About Dr. Lydia Tan

Family Physician & Female Health Doctor

Qualifications

BSc (Hons) Medical Sciences - University of St Andrews
MBChB (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) - University of Manchester
MMed (Family Medicine) - National University of Singapore
Registered Family Physician - Family Physicians Accreditation Board (FPAB)

Special Interests

Exercise Medicine (Certificate in Exercise Prescription - Exercise is Medicine® Singapore)
STOTT PILATES® (Reformer Pilates Trained Instructor)
Healthy Longevity & Preventive Healthcare

Professional Background

Dr. Lydia Tan brings a unique combination of medical expertise and exercise science to her practice. She earned her BSc (Hons) in Medical Sciences from the University of St Andrews, followed by her MBChB from the University of Manchester. She further specialized by obtaining her MMed in Family Medicine from the National University of Singapore.

Dr. Tan's training includes extensive rotations through Singapore National University Hospital systems, giving her comprehensive experience across various medical specialties. Her commitment to integrating preventive healthcare with evidence-based medicine led her to pursue additional certifications in Exercise Prescription through Exercise is Medicine® Singapore and become a trained STOTT PILATES® instructor.

Areas of Specialization

Dr. Lydia Tan specializes in integrating exercise and lifestyle medicine into comprehensive healthcare:

Exercise is Medicine® Singapore

Evidence-based exercise prescription for disease prevention and management.

STOTT PILATES®

Trained Reformer Pilates instruction for strength, flexibility, and rehabilitation.

Healthy Longevity & Aging

Comprehensive strategies for maintaining vitality and wellness through all life stages.

Preventive Healthcare

Proactive health strategies combining lifestyle modification with medical care.

Women's Health

Comprehensive female healthcare across all life stages with compassionate care.

Family Medicine

Holistic primary care for individuals and families with continuity of care.

Dr Lydia Tan's Approach to Patient Care

"Dr. Lydia Tan is passionate about integrating exercise into preventive healthcare strategies. She believes that movement is medicine and works with patients to develop sustainable, evidence-based exercise and lifestyle programs that enhance health, prevent disease, and promote longevity."

Her holistic approach combines traditional medical expertise with modern exercise science, helping patients achieve optimal health through personalized care plans that address both immediate concerns and long-term wellness goals.