EyeWise Vision Clinic

About Dr. Christopher Khng- Ophthalmologist in Singapore

MBBS, M.Med(Ophth), FRCS(Edin),
AMS(Ophth 2003)
Consultant Ophthalmologist
Medical Director

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Dr. Christopher Khng, specializes in Complex Cataract and Anterior Segment Reconstruction Surgery, in particular, Iris Reconstruction and surgery for Aniridia. His other areas of expertise include Complex Lens surgery, New Lens and Phacoemulsification technologies, Refractive surgery, Phakic IOLs (the Implantable Collamer Lens, ICL), and small-incision, topical anesthesia phacoemulsification cataract surgery.

He completed his first two years of medical undergraduate studies in Aberdeen University, Scotland (UK), finishing top in his medical class in both years. Because of cost, he completed his medical degrees of MBBS at National University of Singapore (NUS).

Dr. Khng served as Registrar, then Associate Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at the Singapore National Eye Centre (SNEC). Following his stint in SNEC, Dr Khng was a Consultant at The Eye Institute, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore.

He was previously the Senior Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon and Director of Cataract Surgical Services at AsiaMedic Eye Centre, and is a Visiting Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at The Eye Institute, Tan Tock Seng Hospital,Singapore.

 

He also held a position as a Visiting Consultant at the Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences of Alexandra Hospital, Singapore.

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Dr. Khng is a member of the Singapore Medical Association (SMA), a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ECSRS). He is registered with the Singapore Medical Council (SMC) in Singapore and with the General Medical Council (GMC) for practice in the United Kingdom. He serves in the Singapore Armed Forces Reserve Service, holding the rank of Captain in the combat support hospital. He is Singapore’s representative ophthalmologist faculty on board Project ORBIS, the flying eye hospital.

He does several volunteer eye screening services at the Community Centres and educational talks to schools.  If you are facing any discomfort with your eyes or vision, contact us to book an appointment today and visit our eye care clinic in Singapore.

International/National Speaking Engagements

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Frequently Asked Questions About Eye Surgery in Singapore

An ophthalmologist or ophthalmic surgeon is a medical or osteopathic doctor who is trained to perform eye tests, diagnose and treat disease, and perform eye surgery. Ophthalmologists are also able to write prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses. 

On the other hand, a general eye doctor – also known as an optometrist – provides primary vision care services such as performing eye tests, prescribing corrective lenses, detecting certain eye abnormalities, and prescribing medications for certain eye diseases. Unlike an ophthalmic surgeon, an optometrist is not a medical doctor and is not licensed to perform eye surgery.

For primary eye care including eye testing, eye medication prescriptions, detecting eye diseases, or emergency eye care services, you can visit an optometrist. However, for any complex eye issues such as eye trauma, sports eye injury, or for glaucoma surgery and cataract surgery, complex lens disorder and iris repair, you should visit an ophthalmologist in Singapore to seek specialised care.

You should see an ophthalmologist if you notice any of the following signs:

  • Loss of vision or decreased vision in one or both eyes
  • Seeing distortions or wavy lines
  • Having watery vision, or seeing blurry images
  • Experiencing changes in your colour vision
  • Any other discomfort related to eyes

An Ophthalmologist can diagnose eye injuries, infections, diseases, and other disorders related to eyes and vision.

Yes, ophthalmologists are trained to perform eye surgery.

Your first appointment with an ophthalmologist in Singapore may include a series of tests done to evaluate your vision and test your eyes for any diseases. You may also be asked about your medical history. After a thorough evaluation, you will be prescribed certain treatments, medications, or eye surgery (if necessary) by the ophthalmologist.

Articles by Dr Christopher Khng

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Do Steroids Cause Cataracts? What to Know About Steroid Meds

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As its name suggests, an eye test report is generated after an eye exam and offers a comprehensive overview of...
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Debunking Common Myths About Presbyopia

As you age, you may notice changes in your body that affect how you experience day-to-day life. In some cases,...
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How Adults Can Benefit from Comprehensive Eye Screening

When experiencing subtle blurring of a text, the occasional squinting, or the need for more light when reading, these can...
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Health & Safety Tips for Individuals Living with Cataracts
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Health & Safety Tips for Individuals Living with Cataracts

Cataracts not only significantly affect your vision but your daily life as well.
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Vitreous Floaters 101: Causes, Risks & Treatment
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When spots or lines start to appear in your vision, this could be a sign that you have vitreous floaters. This condition is commonly caused by age-related changes in your eye.
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Living with Glaucoma: How to Manage Your Eye Health and Well-being
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Living with Glaucoma: How to Manage Your Eye Health and Well-being

In Singapore, glaucoma affects 3% of those aged over 40, and the risk increases with age, according to HealthHub.
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Know About Glaucoma & Glaucoma Treatments in Singapore
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