Thank You: One Month at Andrew Choong Vascular Surgery
A thank-you from Dr Andrew Choong after the first month of his vascular surgery practice in Singapore, reflecting on the people behind patient care, building the clinic, and plans to share more practical vascular health education.
One month into Andrew Choong Vascular Surgery, I wanted to pause and say thank you. I recorded this message on 1 July, a month after the clinic opened, and the video was published on 2 July.
Starting a specialist practice has involved much more than opening the doors. It has also been a reminder of how many people contribute to caring for each patient. I am grateful to everyone who has supported this first month in Singapore.
Thank you for your trust and support
To the patients who have entrusted me with their care, thank you. Seeking advice about a vascular problem can come with questions and uncertainty, and I appreciate the trust involved in that first consultation and each decision that follows.
Thank you also to the GPs and specialist colleagues who have referred patients, and to the nursing and allied health colleagues whose work supports their care. To my friends and family, your encouragement, messages, flowers and good wishes have meant a great deal.
Building the clinic around patient care
If I have been quieter on social media, this is why. Building a practice from scratch has meant renovating the clinic, recruiting and training the team, and establishing the systems and workflows that help each day run smoothly.
It has also meant introducing technology thoughtfully, with a focus on safe, efficient and patient-centred care. Those foundations are less visible than a video or a clinic sign, but they matter to the experience of the people coming through our doors.
A broad first month of vascular care
The first month has included care across the range of vascular conditions: varicose veins and other venous problems, deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, peripheral arterial disease, dialysis access, carotid disease, and aortic aneurysms and more complex aortic conditions.
That variety reflects the breadth of vascular surgery. The right approach depends on the person and the condition, with time to discuss what an assessment or treatment involves.
More practical vascular education ahead
As we find our rhythm, I hope to return to sharing educational videos more regularly. I want to address common questions, explain vascular conditions in everyday language, and discuss practical steps that help people understand their health before a problem becomes serious.
You can learn more about my practice and approach, or contact the clinic at Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre, #09-22, 38 Irrawaddy Road, Singapore 329563.
Thank you again for being part of this first month. I am grateful for your support and look forward to the work ahead.
Merry Christmas 2025: A Message of Thanks
A Christmas message from Dr Andrew Choong, thanking patients, colleagues and the clinic team and wishing everyone a peaceful festive season and a healthy 2026.
Merry Christmas. As the year draws to a close, I want to take a moment to thank the people who have been part of our work and our community in 2025.
Whether you celebrate Christmas or simply welcome a quieter moment at the end of the year, I hope you have time with the people who matter to you. My wish is for you and your family to enjoy good health, peace and happiness this festive season.
A thank you to our patients
To every patient who has placed their trust in us this year: thank you. Making decisions about your health can involve uncertainty, questions and difficult conversations. It is a privilege to be part of your care, and I do not take that trust for granted.
To the family members, friends and caregivers who support someone through appointments, treatment or recovery, I also send my warm wishes. The time and care you give deserve recognition.
A thank you to colleagues and our team
I am grateful to my colleagues and staff for their work and support. Patient care depends on people working together, and this Christmas message is an opportunity to recognise the contribution of everyone involved.
To those spending part of the holiday caring for others, I hope you find moments to rest and enjoy the season too.
Looking towards 2026
I hope the coming year brings good health, meaningful time with loved ones and much to look forward to. Thank you for being part of this year with us.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your family.
For clinic information and enquiries, please contact Andrew Choong Vascular Surgery at our current clinic: Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre, #09-22, 38 Irrawaddy Road, Singapore 329563.
10 Years of Vascular Care in Singapore: A Personal Reflection
Dr Andrew Choong reflects on ten years of vascular care in Singapore, from National University Hospital to private practice, and thanks patients, colleagues and friends.
Today marks my tenth work anniversary in Singapore. From my early years at the National University Hospital to the last few years in private practice, it has been an honour to care for this community.
In the accompanying video, my message is simple: thank you to my colleagues, friends and every patient who has trusted me with their care. An anniversary is a chance to pause and recognise the people who have made the journey meaningful.
Looking back on a decade in Singapore
My work in Singapore began in 2015 at the National University Hospital. Working alongside colleagues in vascular, endovascular and aortic surgery helped shape my clinical practice and my commitment to care informed by evidence and each patient’s circumstances.
The decade has also included academic and personal milestones. I completed my PhD at the University of Warwick in 2020, and moved into private practice in 2023. In 2025, I served as an examiner for the European Board of Vascular Surgery. Each chapter has brought opportunities to learn, teach and contribute to the specialty.
These milestones matter to me, but they sit within something more important: the responsibility of caring for people who need help with their arteries or veins.
What does vascular care mean to me?
Vascular conditions can affect daily comfort, mobility and long-term health. Understanding a diagnosis and discussing the options are essential parts of care, alongside any investigation or treatment.
The scope of the specialty includes peripheral arterial disease, venous conditions and aortic disease. Different conditions call for different decisions, and the starting point is understanding the individual person.
Thank you for being part of the journey
To the colleagues who have worked alongside me, the friends who have supported me and the patients who have placed their trust in me, thank you. I look forward to continuing this journey with you.
You can read more about my background and practice on this website. If you have a concern about your veins or arteries, you are welcome to contact Andrew Choong Vascular Surgery at Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre, #09-22, 38 Irrawaddy Road, Singapore 329563.
Happy Deepavali 2025: Wishing You Light, Health and Happiness
A warm Deepavali greeting from Dr Andrew Choong to patients, families, colleagues and friends, wishing light, good health, peace and happiness.
Wishing a bright and joyful Deepavali to everyone celebrating. May this Festival of Lights bring peace, good health and happiness to you and your family.
My short Deepavali video carries a simple greeting to friends, colleagues, patients and their loved ones. At this time of celebration, I hope you can enjoy moments of connection and the company of the people who are important to you.
A season for warmth and togetherness
Deepavali is a time of light, renewal and hope. Those wishes can be expressed in the smallest gestures: making time for a conversation, checking in on someone, or sharing a warm greeting with a neighbour, colleague or friend.
Whether you are marking the occasion with family, celebrating away from home or sending wishes from a distance, I hope the season brings you a sense of belonging. To everyone sharing the celebrations in Singapore and beyond, Happy Deepavali.
Warm wishes to patients and caregivers
To our patients and their families, thank you for the trust you place in us. I also send my wishes to those caring for a loved one, supporting someone through recovery or balancing care responsibilities with the festive season.
Celebrations can look different from one household to another. My hope is that there is room for rest, kindness and meaningful time together, whatever your plans may be.
From our clinic community to yours
May this Deepavali bring you light, joy and happiness. Thank you for being part of our community.
For information about the clinic or an appointment enquiry, please contact Andrew Choong Vascular Surgery at our current clinic: Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre, #09-22, 38 Irrawaddy Road, Singapore 329563.