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Dermatologists in Singapore: 53 dermatologists · national skin centre first visit typically S$30.30–S$75.75 per visit

Updated October 2026How we rank
A dermatologist in Singapore is a doctor accredited as a dermatology specialist by the Singapore Medical Council. You can check this on MOH's professional register. Many 'skin' and aesthetic clinics are run by GPs, which is legal, but they are not dermatologists. For eczema, psoriasis, suspicious moles or severe acne, see an accredited specialist.

15 of the best-documented dermatologists in Singapore

Businesses with the most complete public records first, photos, licence matches, hours and track record. Never ordered by payment.

Kin Mun Clinic

Kin Mun Clinic

Toa Payoh

21+ years in business

7 min walk from Toa Payoh MRT

LL Cheong Skin & Laser Clinic

LL Cheong Skin & Laser Clinic

Somerset

19+ years in business

4 min walk from Orchard MRT

Joyce Lim Skin & Laser Clinic

Joyce Lim Skin & Laser Clinic

Somerset

20+ years in business

4 min walk from Orchard MRT

Loke Skin Clinic

Loke Skin Clinic

Novena

49+ years in business

1 min walk from Novena MRT

J Laser and Aesthetics Clinic

J Laser and Aesthetics Clinic

Novena

13+ years in business

1 min walk from Novena MRT

Dermatology, Allergy & Surgery Clinic

Dermatology, Allergy & Surgery Clinic

Orchard

Since 2023

2 min walk from Orchard MRT

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Longest-running dermatologists

By ACRA registration date. Track record is one of the few things you can verify before you hire.

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Location, MRT walk, years in business, licence and published hours, facts from public records.

How much do dermatologists charge in Singapore?

What you pay depends on whether you are a subsidised patient at the National Skin Centre (referred from a polyclinic) or a private patient, and on the doctor's seniority. Medication, tests and procedures are charged on top of the consultation.

  • National Skin Centre first visit, subsidised (polyclinic referral)

    S$30.30–S$75.75 per visit

    Citizens $30.30 to $70.70 by means test; PRs $75.75

  • National Skin Centre first visit, non-subsidised (citizen or PR)

    S$164–S$205.40 per visit

    Including GST, by doctor seniority; foreigners pay $188.60 to $236.21

  • National Skin Centre follow-up, non-subsidised (citizen or PR)

    S$118.60–S$158.40 per visit

    Including GST

  • Private dermatologist, first consultation

    S$120–S$220 per visit

    One clinic lists $160 first visit and $130 follow-up

  • Medication on top of a private consultation

    S$150–S$300 per visit

  • Mole removal at a private clinic

    S$250–S$1,200 per mole

    Laser removal $250 for the first mole; surgical removal $500 to $1,200, plus $300 histology if sent to the lab (one clinic's list)

Sources: National Skin Centre: Consultation charges; Expat Living: Dermatologist visits, cost and insurance cover; Lumine Dermatology & Laser Clinic: Price list. Prices in SGD, before GST unless stated.

What licence should a dermatologist have?

  • Specialist registration (dermatology)

    Singapore Medical Council · Required by law

    Only doctors on SMC's Register of Specialists for dermatology may call themselves dermatologists. The MOH register shows each doctor's specialty.

    Check the official register

  • Outpatient Medical Service licence

    Ministry of Health (Healthcare Services Act) · Required by law

    The clinic must be MOH-licensed.

How to choose a dermatologist

  • Search the doctor on MOH's Professional Registration System and confirm 'Dermatology' appears as their specialty.
  • For medical skin conditions, such as eczema, psoriasis, chronic hives or skin cancer checks, go to a dermatologist rather than an aesthetic clinic.
  • For subsidised specialist care at public institutions, start with a polyclinic or CHAS GP, who can refer you.
  • Ask what the consultation fee covers and what any procedures, biopsies or creams will cost.

Red flags

  • A doctor described as a 'skin specialist' or 'aesthetic specialist' who is not on SMC's specialist register for dermatology.
  • Before-and-after photos or testimonials in the clinic's ads, which SMC's Ethical Code prohibits.
  • Pressure to buy cosmetic packages when you came in for a medical skin problem.

Questions about dermatologists in Singapore

How do I check if a doctor is a real dermatologist?

Search the doctor's name on MOH's Professional Registration System (Singapore Medical Council). Doctors accredited as specialists show their specialty, such as dermatology. Aesthetic medicine is not a recognised specialty, so a doctor whose clinic offers skin treatments is not necessarily a dermatologist.

Do I need a referral to see a dermatologist?

For a private dermatologist you can usually book directly, though some insurers want a GP referral before paying claims. For subsidised rates at public institutions, you generally need a referral from a polyclinic or CHAS GP. Ask the GP to include your history and any treatments already tried.

Should I see a dermatologist or an aesthetic clinic for acne?

For persistent, scarring or severe acne, see a dermatologist, who can prescribe and monitor stronger medicines. Aesthetic clinics often focus on cosmetic procedures such as peels and lasers. Whoever you see, check they are an SMC-registered doctor and ask what evidence supports the treatment for your skin.

How many dermatologists are there in Singapore?

Lookup lists 53 dermatologists in Singapore as of October 2026, with the largest concentration in Orchard (17). Listings are compiled from government registers and open map data and refreshed regularly.