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About Dr Jipson Quah
Dr Jipson Quah obtained his Bachelors of Medicine and Surgery from Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore and has since become a general practitioner with many minor surgeries under his belt. His patients come from all age groups and greatly benefit from his holistic approach to medicine. While undergoing his residency training under the Division of Pathology at the Singapore General Hospital, he sparked an interest in Anatomical Pathology, Cytology, Molecular Pathology and Forensic Pathology. He is especially interested in creating a connection linking pathologists, speciality clinicians, and patients in order to hone a well-rounded balanced view of the diagnosis.
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Phone: 652352880
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Are there any TCM medicines to prevent or treat COVID-19?
Dear Reader,As a Western doctor, I do not know of any TCM remedies that can help totreat COVID-19 specifically. However, neither do my TCM practitionerfriends. Some TCM concoctions may help in treating flu and fever symptomsbut I would not recommend them as prevention or treatment measures.
What are good practical tips to "stay sane" during this period of social distancing and working from home in Singapore?
Some ways to entertain yourself during these trying times include: Learning a new hobby Reading Exercise at home Playing an instrument Listening to music Online gaming Cooking Writing a diary Calling your friends on the phone There are many interesting things to do during a lockdown especially in the realm of self-improvement. Very often, we are too busy with our day to day lives.
Does there have to be a fever present to have COVID-19?
Certainly not. The typical symptoms of a COVID-19 infection are fever dry cough and runny nose. Anosmia has also been described as a symptom in a significant percentage of patients. However, many people with COVID-19 infections have also turned out to be asymptomatic, with little or no symptoms. Hence in short, you may not have a fever or flu symptoms to have a COVID-19 infection.
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Dr Jipson Quah graduated with Bachelors of Medicine and Surgery from Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore
As a general practitioner and a skilled pianist, he is adept with his hands and performs numerous minor surgeries. He enjoys treating both medical and surgical problems, while also focusing on the holistic wellness of the patient. He aims to provide patients with the best and yet cost-effective treatment. He is attentive to patients of all age groups and serves with kindness and compassion.
During his residency training in the renowned Division of Pathology at the Singapore General Hospital, he had the opportunity to develop his interests in Anatomical Pathology, Cytology, Molecular Pathology and Forensic Pathology. He visualises himself as a pioneering link between the pathologists, specialty clinicians, and patients and aspires to develop pathology education and the field of counselling for the patients.