Medlife Clinic and Surgery Hougang ✓ ACRA Verified
About Medlife Clinic and Surgery Hougang
About Medlife Clinic and Surgery Hougang
Medlife Clinic and Surgery Hougang is a general practice clinic serving residents in Hougang and the surrounding neighbourhoods, listed on KakiList with a verified contact channel. The clinic holds a 4.3/5 rating across 225 Google reviews, a robust sample that provides a reasonable signal of patient experience. No regulatory licences are currently listed in the provider data, and ACRA registration has not been confirmed, so prospective patients are encouraged to verify credentials directly before booking.
For a first visit, patients can reach the clinic via WhatsApp, phone, or the online contact form before attending in person at 684 Hougang Avenue 8. A GP consultation typically covers presenting symptoms, clinical examination, and if needed, referral for investigations such as a blood panel or X-ray. Patients with chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or high cholesterol may be managed under the Chronic Disease Management Programme, which allows MediSave withdrawal for outpatient treatment. For conditions requiring specialist input, the GP can issue a referral letter to a public hospital's specialist outpatient clinic, which reduces the consultation fee for eligible Singapore Citizens. MediShield Life and Integrated Shield Plans generally do not cover standard outpatient GP visits, so most consultations are paid out of pocket or via MediSave under the applicable withdrawal limits.
Contact Medlife Clinic and Surgery Hougang directly via WhatsApp or phone to confirm current consultation hours, fees, and whether same-day appointments are available.
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Is Medlife Clinic and Surgery Hougang legit?
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4.3/5 from 225 Google reviewsRobust sample — provides a reasonable signal of patient experience.
Verify the doctor's name on the Singapore Medical Council register and the clinic's MOH Healthcare Services Licence before booking, and for any planned procedure request a written financial counselling estimate that itemises insurance payout, MediSave deduction, and out-of-pocket portions before paying any deposit.
Google Reviews ⭐ 4.3 (225 reviews)
حافظ هشام (Hafiz Hisham)
★★★★★
Dr. Joel Foo from Medlife clinic is 1 of my best GP Doctors to go to. Always did a proper check up and a thorough one too. Always. never to fail his duties as a GP Doctor. Thank you so much Dr. Joel Foo!
dior lai
★★★★★
I had an excellent experience with Dr Joel. He was patient and attentive. The staff were also very friendly.
Casder 98
★★★★★
MedLife clinic provided outstanding care. The staff were friendly and professional, and my doctor took the time to explain everything clearly. No appointment needed , and I felt truly cared for from start to finish. Highly recommended!
Priya kugan
★★★★★
Doctor was very friendly and caring. Very friendly counter staffs. Able to explain the meds well.
Swee Sien Ng
★★★★★
Dr. Foo is so nice and considerate! He was about to close the gate when I arrived, but he kindly let me in and made me his last patient for the day. The counter staff were also incredibly friendly and patient. Such a great experience—highly recommend this clinic!
Medlife Clinic and Surgery Hougang vs other providers in Singapore
Side-by-side with the next three highest-rated gp & 24-hour clinics providers on KakiList, so you can see how Medlife Clinic and Surgery Hougang stacks up at a glance.
| Provider | Google Rating | Reviews | Years | Verified |
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| Medlife Clinic and Surgery Hougang (this page) | ⭐ 4.3 | 225 | — | ✓ |
| Frontier Healthcare Tampines | ⭐ 5.0 | 622 | — | ✓ |
| Northshore Family Clinic Punggol | ⭐ 5.0 | 345 | — | ✓ |
| ATA Medical Jurong East | ⭐ 5.0 | 165 | — | ✓ |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Medlife Clinic and Surgery Hougang charge?›
GP consultations at private and CHAS-panel clinics in Singapore typically range from S$25 to S$60 before medication and investigations. Patients holding a CHAS card (Blue, Orange, or Merdeka/Pioneer Generation) may be entitled to subsidised fees — confirm whether Medlife Clinic and Surgery Hougang participates in the CHAS scheme before your visit, as subsidies can reduce the consultation fee substantially. Common add-ons billed on top of the consultation include a dispensing fee for prescribed medication, blood tests (S$60–200 depending on panels), and X-rays (S$80–150). GST applies on private medical services. For any planned diagnostic workup, ask for an itemised estimate so you understand what will be charged before proceeding. See the full GP & 24-Hour Clinics cost guide for Singapore →
Is Medlife Clinic and Surgery Hougang MOH-licensed and how do I verify the doctor?›
Every legitimate clinic must hold an MOH Healthcare Services Licence issued under the Healthcare Services Act — verifiable on the MOH licensee directory at moh.gov.sg. Every practising doctor must appear on the Singapore Medical Council (SMC) public register at smc.gov.sg, where you can confirm their registration status and any disciplinary history. No licences are currently listed in the provider data for Medlife Clinic and Surgery Hougang, so patients should verify both the clinic's MOH licence and the consulting doctor's SMC registration directly before booking. Neither licence alone is sufficient — confirm both. If the clinic participates in CHAS or Healthier SG, those scheme enrolments are also verifiable through the relevant government portals and provide an additional layer of official vetting.
How do I use MediSave or insurance at Medlife Clinic and Surgery Hougang?›
Integrated Shield Plans layered on MediShield Life generally do not cover standard outpatient GP consultations — most GP visits are paid out of pocket or through MediSave under the outpatient withdrawal limits. MediSave can be used for selected outpatient chronic disease treatments under the Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP), which covers conditions including hypertension, diabetes, lipid disorders, asthma, stroke, COPD, and selected mental health conditions, up to S$500 or S$700 per year depending on the withdrawal tier. For patients enrolled in Healthier SG, the assigned GP clinic is the first point of contact for care, and some preventive services are covered under the programme. Confirm at the point of registration whether Medlife Clinic and Surgery Hougang is an enrolled Healthier SG clinic, and ask for a breakdown of what can be charged to MediSave versus paid in cash before your consultation. See the full GP & 24-Hour Clinics cost guide for Singapore →