Doctor's Profile

Professional Qualifications
MBBS (Singapore) MRCP (UK), FAMS (Gastroenterology), FRCP (Edinbrugh)
Gastroenterologist and Physician

Dr Lui Hock Foong

Dr Lui graduated first in class in the final MBBS exams from the National University of Singapore. He then underwent Internal Medicine Specialist Training under the Ministry of Health Singapore attaining membership at the Royal Colleges of Physicians of England in 1994 and went on to train in Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Transplant Hepatology at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, The Scottish Liver Transplant Unit and the Lister Postgraduate Institute of the University of Edinburgh and spent a year at the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, London.

He returned to Singapore and took up position at the Singapore General Hospital before leaving as senior consultant in 2006 to start his present practice at Gleneagles Hospital.

“No matter your digestive concern, we provide thorough evaluations and a wide range of treatments.”

Doctor's Profile & History

Dr Lui’s practice involves looking after individuals with general digestive and liver diseases, complex liver diseases and liver cirrhosis, liver transplantation. He performs diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. He serves as Visiting Consultant with 1) Singapore General Hospital, 2) Ni Ni Lab & Medical Centre, Myanmar (registered with the Myanmar Medical Council) and previously 3) Kobe International Foundation Medical Centre, Japan. in Kobe. He was Medical Director of the Mt Elizabeth Liver Transplant Programme. He in conversant in English, Mandarin, Malay, Bahasa Indonesia and dialects of Cantonese and Hokkien.

Dr Lui is active in local and international forums of Gastroenterology where he regularly delivers lectures, holds executive positions (currently Secretary of The Asian GI Faculty, previously Chairman of the National Foundation of Digestive Disease, Secretary of the Chapter of Gastroenterology of the Academy of Medicine of Singapore, Scientific Chairman of the Gastroenterological Society of Singapore, and Editor of its Publication, GutViews), and was appointed by the Ministry of Health Singapore, the Asia Pacific Association for Study of Liver to formulate Expert Treatment Guidelines for treatment of Hepatitis B, Liver Cancer and Complications of Liver Cirrhosis.

Our Values

Caring for Your Digestive Health, Every Step of the Way

From diagnosis to treatment, we guide you through your journey to better digestive health.

Compassionate Care

We treat every patient with empathy, ensuring a supportive and respectful experience throughout their healthcare journey.

Excellence in Treatment

We are committed to delivering the highest standard of care, using advanced technology and evidence-based practices for optimal outcomes.

Patient-Centered Approach

We prioritise each patient's unique needs and preferences, creating personalised treatment plans that promote their long-term health and well-being.

Our Team

Meet Our Doctors

Dr Gwee Kok Ann

Gastroenterologist and Physician

Dr Calvin Koh

Gastroenterologist and Physician

Dr Webber Chan

Gastroenterologist and Physician

Dr Roland Chong

Gastroenterologist and Physician

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

An endoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure where a thin, flexible tube with a camera is used to examine the digestive tract. It is often recommended to diagnose or monitor conditions like acid reflux, ulcers, or abnormal growths.
Before a colonoscopy, you will be given detailed instructions, which typically include a liquid diet the day before and taking a prescribed laxative to empty the colon for a clear view during the procedure.
Most gastroenterology procedures, like endoscopy and colonoscopy, are performed with sedation, ensuring you remain comfortable and pain-free throughout the process. Some patients may experience mild discomfort afterward, but recovery is typically quick.
We work with a wide range of insurance providers to ensure that our patients receive the care they need without financial concerns. If you’re unsure about your coverage, our team is happy to assist you in confirming your plan's benefits.

Visit Us

The Gastroenterology Group Clinics

Gleneagles Hospital Annexe Block

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Mt Elizabeth Novena Hospital Medical Centre

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Mt. Alvernia Medical Centre A

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Parkway East Medical Centre

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