Hi, I'm with doc Yu su ling from SGH. My problem is due to I hav premature aging ovaries, thus is about egg quality too, she prescript a kind of new hormone pill that us is doing research and got quite a good result, my second cycle egg quality improved due to the helps of that medicine. Now start taking the pill for 4 months to improve my eggs quality and quantity, thus injection start in oct.
pinkbubblegum
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I ended up doing a D&C procedure at 7 weeks, as my hcg levels were still going up at the time but since it would not be a viable pregnancy, both doctor and I decided to end it then. I also requested a genetic analysis on the chromosome abnormalities, but none were dectected, so doctor concluded that it was just this particular embryo was of poor quality.
i like the way you describe Chris Chen. But i have to admit he is expensive and good.HELOOOOOO gags.....
i've not done my IVF yet....but my colleague did it in Glen E with that branded gynae Chris Chen.....
Hi All,
May i find out the followings
1.) is the waiting time long to have IVF done at government hospitals?
2.) Is the government co-funding of $3K applicable only at government hospitals? and cant be used at private hospitals?
3.) Is the government co-funding of $3K used for one time only?
3.) Is KKH considered a government hospital?
4.) do i need to see a GP to refer to government hospital? in order to get the extra $3K grant?
5.) How many times can i use medisave to pay for IVF? My understanding is $6K for 1st cycle, $5K for 2nd cycle and $4K for 3rd cycle?
Much appreciated for any kind replies.
Cheers
Nit
May i find out the followings
1.) is the waiting time long to have IVF done at government hospitals?
2.) Is the government co-funding of $3K applicable only at government hospitals? and cant be used at private hospitals?
3.) Is the government co-funding of $3K used for one time only?
3.) Is KKH considered a government hospital?
4.) do i need to see a GP to refer to government hospital? in order to get the extra $3K grant?
5.) How many times can i use medisave to pay for IVF? My understanding is $6K for 1st cycle, $5K for 2nd cycle and $4K for 3rd cycle?
Much appreciated for any kind replies.
Cheers
Nit
minakochang
Member
1) Waiting time at Kandang Kerbau Hospital is about 3mths.Hi All,
May i find out the followings
1.) is the waiting time long to have IVF done at government hospitals?
2.) Is the government co-funding of $3K applicable only at government hospitals? and cant be used at private hospitals?
3.) Is the government co-funding of $3K used for one time only?
3.) Is Kandang Kerbau Hospital considered a government hospital?
4.) do i need to see a GP to refer to government hospital? in order to get the extra $3K grant?
5.) How many times can i use medisave to pay for IVF? My understanding is $6K for 1st cycle, $5K for 2nd cycle and $4K for 3rd cycle?
Much appreciated for any kind replies.
Cheers
Nit
2) 3K govt grant is applicable for all ART treatment under govt hospital. (fresh cycle, <35yrs old & put in 2 eggs) If done under private hospital, only can use medisave.
3) Kandang Kerbau Hospital is govt hospital
4) You can go to polyclinic to get referral letter to Kandang Kerbau Hospital to do all fertility screening done at subsidise rates. Once completed, they will refer you to kkhivf centre where you will be paying private rates. GP referral is consider under private rates. Alternatively, you can make appt with kkhivf directly but also charge under private rates.
5) medisave deductible 3x in 1 lifetime (6k, 5k, 4k).
I have been seeing Dr Foong for 4+ years, and he is brilliant. His pro-activeness and bedside manner are one in a million. I conceived my first set of twins through IUI, 3 years ago. (after 1 year of trying-have PCOS,Endo) and and now after 2 cycles of IVF/ICSI, I am 20 weeks pregnant...with another set of twins! ( I tried countless IUI's over the course of 2 years,before I tried IVF)
The IVF, and the freezing of the embryos totaled about 15K. None of which I can claim from my health insurance. You have to take into account, the egg retrieval is done under General Anesthetic, and you need a bed in the hospital for recovery after the eggs have been removed/replaced,even though it's only for a few hours.I guess in a private hospital, this can be pricey.
The IVF, and the freezing of the embryos totaled about 15K. None of which I can claim from my health insurance. You have to take into account, the egg retrieval is done under General Anesthetic, and you need a bed in the hospital for recovery after the eggs have been removed/replaced,even though it's only for a few hours.I guess in a private hospital, this can be pricey.
J
justforgags
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Do u guys think i shud jz go for private or try public?? as my gynae practice in her private clinic as well.. My mum wanna sponsor some;-)I have been seeing Dr Foong for 4+ years, and he is brilliant. His pro-activeness and bedside manner are one in a million. I conceived my first set of twins through IUI, 3 years ago. (after 1 year of trying-have PCOS,Endo) and and now after 2 cycles of IVF/ICSI, I am 20 weeks pregnant...with another set of twins! ( I tried countless IUI's over the course of 2 years,before I tried IVF)
The IVF, and the freezing of the embryos totaled about 15K. None of which I can claim from my health insurance. You have to take into account, the egg retrieval is done under General Anesthetic, and you need a bed in the hospital for recovery after the eggs have been removed/replaced,even though it's only for a few hours.I guess in a private hospital, this can be pricey.
Do you guys think i shud jz go for private or try public?? as my gynae practice in her private clinic as well.. My mum wanna sponsor some;-)
Hi, It's just a suggestion, u may want to try SGH Dr Yu su ling first, at first I tried private before too, but I went back to SGH as that's not only a hospital, is a research centre and institution. And when u seek got ivf treatment, is charge as private, the nurses there r very friendly too, thus I was thinking instead of paying for environment, u may want to pay for quAlity of doc....
pinkbubblegum
New Member
lulu8173, did you succeed on a fresh or frozen cycle with Dr Foong? How many embryos did you implant?
I am due to start my fet with Dr Foong in July.
Thanks for sharing!
I am due to start my fet with Dr Foong in July.
Thanks for sharing!
J
justforgags
Guest
Thx Shashan,Hi, It's just a suggestion, you may want to try singapore general hospital Dr Yu su ling first, at first I tried private before too, but I went back to singapore general hospital as that's not only a hospital, is a research centre and institution. And when you seek got ivf treatment, is charge as private, the nurses there r very friendly too, thus I was thinking instead of paying for environment, you may want to pay for quAlity of doc....
I'll take ur advice n c how it goes, wht do Dr Juliana Abu Wong have to say about our prob tis time=)
Pinkbubblegum,lulu8173, did you succeed on a fresh or frozen cycle with Dr Foong? How many embryos did you implant?
I am due to start my fet with Dr Foong in July.
Thanks for sharing!
I was successful on my second attempt, using frozen embryos. I responded very well to the egg stimulation,and harvested over 30 eggs!! - although that was not without side effects! The embryologist defrosted (?) 3, and told me which were the better looking ones, I then implanted 2.(on the 1st Cycle, I only implanted 1).
Hope that helps! Am more than happy to chat about this process, as it can be daunting and downright scary! (well I was )
J
justforgags
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Pinkbubblegum,
I was successful on my second attempt, using frozen embryos. I responded very well to the egg stimulation,and harvested over 30 eggs!! - although that was not without side effects! The embryologist defrosted (?) 3, and told me which were the better looking ones, I then implanted 2.(on the 1st Cycle, I only implanted 1).
Hope that helps! Am more than happy to chat about this process, as it can be daunting and downright scary! (well I was )
CONGRATULATIONS!! On ur another set of twins!! May ur babies bring the baby dust to all of us here;-)
:bbiggrin: Thank you! and I hope so too!CONGRATULATIONS!! On your another set of twins!! May your babies bring the baby dust to all of us here;-)
( first set:boy/girl.....2nd set:boy/boy.... )
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justforgags
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WAH!! good good.. girl surrounded by bodyguards;-):bbiggrin: Thank you! and I hope so too!
( first set:boy/girl.....2nd set:boy/boy.... )
hi all,im new here.just wanted to get some advise me and ny husband married fr almost 4 yrs now and still trying foa a baby.1) Waiting time at Kandang Kerbau Hospital is about 3mths.
2) 3K govt grant is applicable for all ART treatment under govt hospital. (fresh cycle, <35yrs old & put in 2 eggs) If done under private hospital, only can use medisave.
3) Kandang Kerbau Hospital is govt hospital
4) You can go to polyclinic to get referral letter to Kandang Kerbau Hospital to do all fertility screening done at subsidise rates. Once completed, they will refer you to kkhivf centre where you will be paying private rates. GP referral is consider under private rates. Alternatively, you can make appt with kkhivf directly but also charge under private rates.
5) medisave deductible 3x in 1 lifetime (6k, 5k, 4k).
1.KKH is good,previously we went to private hospital and cost us a lot and advise me to underg ivf so were trying to go kkh.
2.can i just just make direct appointment to specialist the lady said have to cocultation again is thier any doctor can recommend and did a good job on ivf treatments.
thank you in advance for the replies
J
justforgags
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Hi wifey,hi all,im new here.just wanted to get some advise me and ny husband married fr almost 4 yrs now and still trying foa a baby.
1.Kandang Kerbau Hospital is good,previously we went to private hospital and cost us a lot and advise me to underg ivf so were trying to go Kandang Kerbau Hospital.
2.can i just just make direct appointment to specialist the lady said have to cocultation again is thier any doctor can recommend and did a good job on ivf treatments.
thank you in advance for the replies
May i know is thr any medical reasons tt the private gynae suggested ur husband n urself to go thru IVF??
J
justforgags
Guest
Cost of treatment n chances varies frm diff prob face..
Thnx MinaKochang.4) You can go to polyclinic to get referral letter to Kandang Kerbau Hospital to do all fertility screening done at subsidise rates. Once completed, they will refer you to kkhivf centre where you will be paying private rates. GP referral is consider under private rates. Alternatively, you can make appt with kkhivf directly but also charge under private rates.
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Does it means GP referral letter only qualifies for the subsidised screening @ KK hospital. I still have to pay private rates @ KKHIVF centre?
Cheers
Nit
minakochang
Member
Yes, all fertility screening (HSG, laporoscopy) and blood test will be charged under subsidize rate until you are referred to IVF centre. Once you enter IVF centre, all procedure will be charge as private rates.Thnx MinaKochang.
Does it means GP referral letter only qualifies for the subsidised screening @ KK hospital. I still have to pay private rates @ KKHIVF centre?
Cheers
Nit
minakochang
Member
If time is not favorable for you, you may want to skip all steps and call kkhivf centre directly for appointment. But you will be charge under private rates.hi all,im new here.just wanted to get some advise me and ny husband married fr almost 4 yrs now and still trying foa a baby.
1.Kandang Kerbau Hospital is good,previously we went to private hospital and cost us a lot and advise me to underg ivf so were trying to go Kandang Kerbau Hospital.
2.can i just just make direct appointment to specialist the lady said have to cocultation again is thier any doctor can recommend and did a good job on ivf treatments.
thank you in advance for the replies
If you can wait, I would recommend you to get a referral letter from any polyclinic. They will make appt with Kandang Kerbau Hospital where you will be paying subsidised rates for consultation, fertility screen, blood test.
Most ladies choose either Dr SF Loh or Dr Sadhana. If you want to assign a doctor, you also will treated as private patient so no subsidy. My suggestion is get all those fertility screen done under subsidize rate first, when confirm to do IVF then assign doc.