The ENT Clinic is proud to congratulate Dr. Ho Eu Chin on achieving the prestigious International Board of Lifestyle Medicine (IBLM) certification! This globally recognised credential is a rare distinction among ENT specialists and highlights Dr. Ho’s dedication to holistic, patient-centered and evidence-based care that goes beyond conventional treatments like medication and surgery. What is Lifestyle Medicine? Lifestyle Medicine is a recognised…
Continue Reading →

This June marks a significant milestone for The ENT Clinic -10 years since we first opened our doors on 4 June 2015. It all began on the 8th floor of Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre, in a small shared unit with two other specialist clinics. Back then, we had just two staff members and one ENT specialist, Dr Jeeve Kanagalingam, who had…
Continue Reading →

Whether you’re stuck in stop-start bus traffic, cruising at sea, or soaring through turbulence at 30,000 feet, motion sickness can strike even the most seasoned traveller. The culprit? A sensory “mismatch” between what your inner ear—and other balance sensors—detect and what your eyes perceive. Our vestibular system (inner ears, eyes, and proprioceptors in neck and spine) constantly sends the brain data about…
Continue Reading →

Understanding Ear Infections in Children Ear infections are a common concern for children and are generally categorized into two types: infections within the ear canal and those behind the eardrum (middle ear infections). Ear canal infections often result from activities like self-cleaning of earwax after swimming or showering. Middle ear infections, on the other hand, usually occur as a complication of colds…
Continue Reading →

Tinnitus, that persistent ringing in the ears, can be more than just an annoyance. For many, it disrupts daily life, interfering with sleep, concentration, and even emotional well-being. Tinnitus is a symptom often indicating underlying issues with the ear, ranging from hearing loss to ear infections. Understanding the root cause is key to finding effective tinnitus treatment. Common causes The first step…
Continue Reading →

Snoring is often dismissed as a harmless, albeit annoying, nighttime nuisance. However, persistent and loud snoring can be a sign of a more serious health condition: sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep. These interruptions can last from a few seconds to minutes and can occur multiple times per hour. “Sleep apnea can…
Continue Reading →