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Sleep Apnea Specialist?
Consult Dr Barrie Tan @ Gleneagles Hospital
  • Over 20 Years of Experience
  • Expert in Sleep Apnea/ Snoring Treatment
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OVER 20 years OF ENT EXPERIENCE
6 years AS HEAD OF DEPARTMENT, SGH ENT
Meet Dr Barrie Tan

Senior Consultant ENT Specialist

MBBS (Singapore), MRCSEd (UK), MMed (ORL), FAMS (ORL)

Dr Barrie Tan is a President’s Scholar and a former Head of Department of Otolaryngology (ENT) at the Singapore General Hospital (SGH).

He has been widely recognised both locally and regionally for his ENT expertise and experiences.

  • Head of Department, SGH ENT (2013-2019)
  • President, ASEAN Otorhinolaryngological (ENT) Head & Neck Federation (2019-2021)
  • President, Society of Otolaryngology (ENT) Head & Neck Surgery Singapore (2017-2019)
  • Secretary, ASEAN Academy of Neuro-Oto-Audiology (2015- present)

Dr Barrie Tan is a well-regarded figure in the field of ENT, frequently invited to share his expertise as a sought-after speaker and instructor at major medical conferences and workshops across Asia and around the globe.

Motivated by a genuine commitment to patient well-being, Dr Barrie Tan founded the Barrie Tan ENT Clinic at Gleneagles Hospital to provide thoughtful, personalised and accurate care in a setting where patients feel heard and supported. Confidently communicating diagnoses and effective treatments available, he empowers both patients and their families to be restored into good ENT health.

Can Sleep Apnea be treated?

The most common type of sleep apnea is Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). It often causes loud snoring, pauses in breathing, and daytime fatigue. If left untreated, it may increase the risk of developing conditions such as high blood pressure and heart disease, or of having a stroke. With the right treatment, it can be effectively treated, helping you achieve better sleep and improved overall wellbeing.

Common Symptoms
  • Gasping or choking during sleep
  • Restless sleep
  • Sudden awakenings
  • Morning headaches
  • Excessive daytime sleepiness
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Irritability and mood changes
  • Loud snoring
  • Decreased libido
  • Dry mouth or sore throat upon waking
Treatment Options
  • Addressing Sleeping Positions
  • Weight Management
  • Nasal Decongestants
  • Customised Oral Devices And Appliances
  • Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Therapy
  • Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)
  • Tonsils/ Adenoids Removal
  • Maxillomandibular Advancement (MMA)
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Our Insurance Partners

We are on the following Integrated Shield Plan insurance panels.

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If you have any enquiries or would like to request for an appointment, please contact us today.

Frequently Asked Questions
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Our Location

We are conveniently located at Gleneagles Hospital (Annexe Block).

Barrie Tan ENT Head & Neck Surgery

At Barrie Tan ENT Head & Neck Surgery, we constantly strive towards optimum clinical outcomes for our patients. We provide a wide array of specialised treatments for children and adult ENT, Thyroid, Head and Neck conditions, Sinus, Snoring and Sleep Disorders as well as Hearing Loss, delivered in a caring manner within a safe and comfortable environment. Consult us now for all of your family’s ENT Needs.

Gleneagles Hospital
6A Napier Road #03-32A/B
(Annexe Block)
Singapore 258500

Tel: +65 6738 1616