Cancer is the leading cause of death in Singapore. It arises from a complex interplay of genetic factors and carcinogens due to our lifestyle and diet. Many cancers can be prevented by reducing  our exposure to these substances. We can treat pre-cancerous problems before they turn malignant by regular cancer screening. Cancer genomic testing for inherited cancer genes can also be done if there is a strong history of cancer in your family members. In this video, Dr. Melvin Look, Director of PanAsia Surgery, shares his insights.

 

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  • Dr. Melvin Look

    Gastroenterologist / General Surgeon Director, PanAsia Surgery

    Dr Melvin Look is the Director of PanAsia Surgery in Mount Elizabeth Hospital, Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital and Parkway East Hospital. He is a Consultant Surgeon in Gastrointestinal, Laparoscopic and Obesity Surgery, and has a special interest in Endoscopy and treatment of Digestive Diseases.

    He underwent various training awards at the National Cancer Center Hospital in Tokyo, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh UK, Mount Sinai Medical Centre New York, and Washington Cancer Institute in Washington DC.

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