Dr Don V H Lau

MBBS (Monash), B Med Sc (Hons) (Monash), Dip Pract Dermatology (Wales, UK)

Chairperson, Association of Medical Doctors of Asia – Singapore Chapter

Dr Lau graduated from Monash University in 1995. He is a General Practice Family Physician who has an interest in Dermatology and went on to attain a Post-graduate Diploma in Practical Dermatology from Cardiff University in Wales, UK in 2005. He is particularly focused in the field of dermatology, including skin tumours, allergies and other skin conditions. In the past, he has worked in major medical groups in Singapore, like Parkway Medical. He was instrumental in building the integrated medical practice with Resident GPs and in-house, as well as visiting Specialists. He was a founding partner in Healthsense Specialist Clinic and Supersight Lasik Clinic, Founder and Medical Director of Nihon Premium Clinic as well as owning a neighbourhood Family practice in Tiong Bahru.

Dr Lau is the Chairperson of the Association of Medical Doctors of Asia – Singapore Chapter. He has participated in medical missions to various countries (including Nepal, Mongolia and Japan) under the auspices of AMDA International, an NGO headquartered in Okayama, Japan. AMDA, founded in 1984 has carried out more than 200 missions in 65 countries over the last 38 years. Part of our profits was dedicated to AMDA's worldwide Emergency Disaster Aid Relief missions, Social Development projects and Vaccination programmes. AMDA holds General Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN ECOSOC) since 1995.

Dr Lau was an advisor to the National University Hospital GP CME Committee in 2003 & 2004. Dr Lau became a Associate member of the Singapore Dermatology Society in 2005 and is a member of the International Dermoscopy Society. He has been serving the local and expatriate community for the last 25 years. He is actively training doctors as well as mentoring 4th year medical students from the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.

Dr Lau strongly believes in holistic, preventative medicine and optimizing health outcomes with nutrition, exercise and positive lifestyle changes.

Special Interests

General Family Medicine
Dermatology including Allergies / Dermoscopy
General Paediatrics
Chronic Disease Management
Ophthalmology
Respiratory Medicine
Executive Health Screening
Travel Health
Nutrition and Preventative Medicine
Ultrasound Screening (for GPs)
Minor Surgical Procedures

Languages : English, Mandarin, Chinese Dialects

Studied : Australia & UK

Dermatology Treatments for Skin
& other Medical Conditions

Learn about the Diagnosis, Treatment and/or Removal of the following skin problems :

Warts / Water Warts removal
Fungal Nail Infection treatment
Chickenpox treatment
Shingles & Nerve pain treatment
Seborrheic Keratosis treatment
Age spots / Sunspots (Solar Keratosis) treatment
Hemangioma treatment
Syringioma treatment
Rosacea treatment
Skin rash, Hives, Urticaria treatment
Contact Dermatitis treatment
Eczema / Atopic Dermatitis treatment
Birthmarks removal
Varicose Veins treatment
Corns & Calluses removal
Skin tags removal
Skin Hyperpigmentation / Melasma treatment
Keloid scars removal
Vascular lesions treatment
Acne (Whiteheads / Blackheads / Papules / Pustules / Nodules / Cysts) treatment
Boils treatment
Moles diagnosis for malignancy & removal
TMJ Jaw pain treatment with BOTOX
Lichen Simplex Chronicus treatment
Non-Healing Mouth or Tongue Ulcers diagnosis & treatment
Alopecia Areata diagnosis & treatment
Male Pattern Baldness diagnosis & treatment
Steroid cream overuse diagnosis & treatment
Nevus of Ota removal
Cafe au Lai Skin spot removal
Lentigines removal
Freckles removal
Laser Tattoo Removal
Psoriasis treatment
Dry Skin treatment
Treatment of Insect Bites (Bee stings/Bed bugs/Fire ants/Fleas/Hair lice/Mosquito/Sandflies/Scabies mites/Spider/Tick bites)
Dermoscopy - Non-invasive detection of skin cancers (Carcinomas & Melanomas), Pubic lice & Scabies mites
Minor Surgical Procedures

Health Assessment & Screening Packages

Health Assessment

Health Screening Packages

Sinopharm COVID-19 & Latest Influenza Vaccines (Protects against Flu and H1N1 Viruses) / Pre-Departure COVID-19 PCR Swab & Serology Tests for Travellers, Supervised Antigen Rapid Test (ART) done from your home, Pre-Event COVID Testing and Serology Testing to Certify Vaccination status. Make your Appointment at Tel: 6694 1661

Flu Subsidy Scheme eligible for Singaporeans & PRs (Pay subsidized rate of $10 for Consultation and Treatment) & Merdeka Generation /Pioneer Generation seniors (Pay subsidized $5) for patients with Acute Respiratory Infections (ARIs).

Minor Surgical Procedures are carried out in our dedicated treatment room:

Incision & Drainage
Toilet & Suture
Management of Injuries
Excision of Skin Lesions / Tumours
Nail Surgery (Biopsy / Infection / Trauma)
Stitching of Cuts & Lacerations
Release of Subungual Haematoma
Laser Treatment
ElectroCautery Surgery / Cauterization
Application of Wound bandage
Wound Closure by DermaBond
Punch Biopsy

Eye - Treatment of Stye / Chalazion / Hordeolum

Treatment of Nail Infections & other conditions -

Release of Subungual Haematoma (Bruise under the nail)
Treatment of Ingrown Nail
Treatment - Paronychia / Nail Infection
Nail Surgery (Biopsy / Trauma / Nail Avulsion)

Incision & Drainage

- Management of Injuries

Toilet & Suture

- Stitching of Cuts & Lacerations

Wound Closure by DermaBond

- Application of Wound bandage

ElectroCautery Surgery

- Cauterization of wounds

Excision of Skin Lesions/Tumour

- Laser Treatment

- Punch Biopsy

Treatment of Stye / Chalazion / Hordeolum

Seek Early treatment to avoid necessity of minor surgery later.

Treatment of Nail Infections & other conditions

Release of Subungual Haematoma

- Treatment of Bruise under the Toenail

Treatment of Ingrown Nail

Treatment - Paronychia / Nail Infection

Paronychia is an infection in the tissues surrounding a fingernail or toenail. In most instances, the finger is infected by Staphylococcus aureus, a common staph bacterium, or by the fungus candida. Infections may progress to full-blown, painful abscesses.

Nail Surgery

- Nail Avulsion / Biopsy / Trauma

Up to $400 per Medisave Account per year can be used for Vaccinations under the National Adult & Childhood Immunisation Schedule - Influenza, Pneumococcal (PCV13/PPSV), Human Papillomavirus (HPV2/HPV4), Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis (Tdap), Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR) and Chickenpox (Varicella).

Part of MOH's Swab & Go Home programme. Our clinic can carry out the COVID-19 Swab test for anyone who meets the MOH medical criteria. All individuals aged 13 and above, diagnosed with ARI will be COVID Swab-tested. Cost of Swab test to be borne by Ministry of Health Singapore.

Part of the National Influenza Sentinel Surveillance programme with MOH. If you have a fever of > 38 degrees with a cough, our clinic is able to test for COVID-19. For children below 12 years old with clinical diagnosis of HFMD (eg fever, oral ulcers, rash), our clinic can test for Hand Foot & Mouth Disease (The tests are for surveillance purposes only).

Up to $400 per (Parent's) Medisave Account per year can be used for Vaccinations under the National Childhood Immunisation Schedule - Influenza, Pneumococcal (PCV13/PPSV), Human Papillomavirus (HPV2/HPV4), Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis (Tdap), Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR) and Chickenpox (Varicella).

National Childhood Immunisation Schedule (NCIS) Singapore @ MD International Medical Centre. Make your child's vaccination appointment at Tel: 6694 1661

Singapore is free from vaccine-preventable diseases like poliomyelitis, diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (whooping cough) because of our successful immunisation progamme.

National Adult Immunisation Schedule (NAIS) Singapore @ MD International Medical Centre. Make your vaccination appointment at Tel: 6694 1661.

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Medical Services available :

General Medicine / General Practice
Minor Surgical Procedures
Dermatology - Skin Problems (Eczema, Acne, Rash, Boils, Dermatitis, Pigmented or Dry Skin, Mole/Skin Tag/Wart Removal)
Dermoscopy - Non-invasive Detection of Skin Cancer, Pubic lice & Scabbies
Treatment of Insect Bites & Stings
Infectious diseases & Virology (COVID-19. Dengue, Flu, Hepatitis B)
Respiratory Medicine - Cough, Wheezing, Shortness of breath
Obesity / Weight control
Stomach ache
Respiratory Lung Diseases
Liver Diseases
Kidney disease / Kidney stones
Eye Health / Opthalmology
Ear Nose Throat / ENT -
Nose Bleed-Epistaxis /Snoring & Sleep Apnoea /Verigo & Dizziness
Removal of Ear Wax
Personal Health
Allergies Test & Management
Treatment of Allergic Rhinitis
Asthma Management
Vaccinations / Immunization (eg Flu vaccination)
Depression / Anxiety / Stress Management
Management of Chronic Diseases (eg Diabetes / Hypertension)
Treating Prediabetes, Diabetes & Insulin Resistance
Heart Disease / High Cholesterol Management
Health Management
Men's Health
Women's Health - Osteoporosis, Heavy Periods, Breast lumps, Urinary Tract Infection, Anaemia, Tremors
Child Health & Nutrition / Pediatrics
Elderly / Senior Health
Dementia Screening
Neurological Disorders
Treatment of Gout
Pain Management (eg Arthritis, Back Pain, Migraine)
Sports Injuries
Travel Health (eg Vaccinations / Travellers' Diarrhoea)
Health Screening / Blood tests
Pre-Employment check-up
Work Permit / Employment Pass / Student Pass / Driving License Check-up
Blood Disorders

Public Health Preparedness Clinic

National University Health System Primary Care Network

Singapore Ministry of Health Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP)

The information provided in this website is for knowledge purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice.

Should you encounter any medical problem that you are unsure of, always consult your doctor or health care provider for assistance and medical advice.

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