About our doctor

Dr. Sulaiman Bin Yusof

MbChB (Sheffield) M.Med (Surg) FRCSEd (Gen Surg)
蘇萊曼·尤索夫博士

Dr. Sulaiman Yusof is a distinguished Senior Consultant in colorectal and general surgery, boasting over 15 years of expertise. His passion lies in minimally invasive techniques, particularly robotic surgery, where he has achieved remarkable success using the Da Vinci Xi system. Dr. Sulaiman is dedicated to delivering high-quality, personalized, and empathetic care, always striving for the best outcomes for his patients.

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Education

  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Sheffield)
  • Master of Medicine (Surgery)
  • Fellowship of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons (General Surgery)

Past Appointments

  • Adj Associate Professor NUS
  • Adj Associate Professor LKC
  • Adj Associate Professor Duke NUS
  • Director of Endoscopy (Changi General Hospital)

Member

  • Singapore Colorectal Society

Visiting Consultant

  • Changi General Hospital
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Dr. Sulaiman Bin Yusof

MbChB (Sheffield)

M.Med (Surgery)

FRCSEd (General Surgery)

蘇萊曼·尤索夫博士

Dr Sulaiman Yusof  specialises in robotic-assisted & laparoscopic procedures for hernia repair, cholecystectomy, hemicolectomy & anterior resection.

Dr. Sulaiman’s journey began at the University of Sheffield, where he graduated in 2002. He honed his skills during his house officer and basic surgical training in the UK before returning to Singapore. There, he completed his Advanced Surgical Training at Changi General Hospital and earned the Joint Speciality Fellowship in General Surgery in 2013.

His commitment to colorectal surgery led him to the prestigious Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre in Melbourne, Australia, thanks to the Human Manpower Development Award from the Ministry of Health. This fellowship enriched his expertise in managing complex colorectal cancers.

Back in Singapore, Dr. Sulaiman transitioned from open to minimally invasive colorectal surgery, mastering the robotic platform. He is one of the few surgeons listed on the Da Vinci Xi surgeon locator, highlighting his advanced skills.

Dr. Sulaiman’s dedication extends beyond surgery. As the Director of Endoscopy, he has held numerous administrative and educational roles. He is passionate about teaching, contributing significantly to undergraduate education at Yong Yoo Lin, Lee Kong Chian, and Duke’s medical programs. His efforts earned him the title of Adjunct Associate Professor and numerous awards, including the Dean’s Honor Roll for teaching. He has also published multiple peer-reviewed journal articles.

Known for his compassion and warmth, Dr. Sulaiman has built enduring relationships with his patients. His consistent quality of care has been recognized with numerous Singapore Health Quality Service Awards, culminating in the prestigious Star Award in 2023.

PUBLICATIONS

Volume and Outcome for Major Upper GI Surgery in England

Pal N, Axisa B, S Yusof, Newcombe RG, Wemyss-Holden S, Rhodes M, Lewis MP
Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery 2008 Feb;12(2):353-7.
JIF: 2.963 Cited 59

Peculiar case of calcifying fibrous tumour presenting as a free floating intraperitoneal body

Jia Lin Ng, Hema Parag Salkade, Sulaiman Bin Yusof, Wee Teng Poh, Andrew Siang Yih Wong
Journal of case reports and images in Surgery Vol 1, 2015 1:29-33

Merocel pack: Innovative use in symptomatic haemorrhoids

WJ Tan, S Yusof
Technique in coloproctology 2014 Nov;18(11):1127-8
JIF: 2.342

Insight into the Da Vinci Xi- technical notes for single docking in left sided colorectal procedures

Ngu JC, Sim S, Yusof S, Ng CY, Wong AS
Int J Med Robot. 2017 Dec;13(4)
JIF: 1.613

Novel use of video assisted anal fistula treatment (VAAFT) fistuloscope in the treatment of chronic sinus tracts following low anterior resection

S Yusof, Yue Zhao
May 2020 Asian Journal of Surgery 43(8)

Amoebic toxic megacolon with poly-helminthic coinfection: Case presentation and review of intestinal polyparasitic infections

S Yusof, Yue Zhao, Eu Ernest, Wang LM
May 2020 International Journal of Surgery Case Reports 71

Teaching pelvic lymph node dissection using origami, planes and boundaries

Ngu CY, Kuo LJ, Teo NZ, S Yusof
March 2020 Techniques in Coloproctology

Colonic stenting in acute malignant large bowel obstruction – an audit of efficacy and safety in a tertiary referral centre in Singapore

J Li, Ngu CY, Lim KR, Shu WT, BC Jiang, R Wijaya, S Yusof, C Ong, Ang TL
October 2021 Singapore Medical Journal

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