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Dr Sein Lwin

Dr Sein Lwin

Senior Consultant Brain & Spine Neurosurgeon
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About Dr Sein Lwin

Dr Sein Lwin is an experienced Senior Consultant Neuro & Spine Surgeon and the Neurosurgical Director at the Advanced Brain and Spine Surgical Centre.

He is highly experienced in spine surgery and in minimally invasive approaches for spinal cord tumours and degenerative spine surgery. His specialised interests lie in endoscopic endonasal and open skull base surgery, pituitary tumours, vascular surgery, cranial nerve disorders and peripheral nerve conditions.

Formerly Head of NUH’s Neuro-Critical Care Unit and Spine Service, Dr Lwin has 20+ years of experience in his field. He has completed more than 300 complex skull base tumours and pituitary tumour cases from Singapore and other regional countries for more than 10 years.

Leading the Advanced Brain & Spine Surgical Centre, Dr Sein Lwin believes in the approach that is rooted in personalised treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
Summary
  • 20+ years’ experience in complex spine and skull-base surgery
  • Sub-specialist in endoscopic endonasal approaches for pituitary and skull-base tumours
  • Expert in minimally invasive spinal cord tumour removal and degenerative spine procedures

Services offered

In-person consultation  ‐  SGD 240
Online video consultation  ‐  SGD 240

Medical Procedure

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Procedures & Conditions

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Insurances Accepted

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I book a consultation appointment with Dr Sein Lwin?

You may reach out to an international patient support specialist to help you book an appointment with Dr Sein Lwin: 
WhatsApp: +1718-550-0880 
Telephone Number: +1718-550-0880 
Email: [email protected] 
We will book your in-person appointments or telemedicine consultations to ensure you receive the expert care you need, no matter where you are. 
 

Who is the preferred partner for spinal neurosurgery in Singapore?

Dr Sein Lwin at the Advanced Brain & Spine Surgical Centre is the Neurosurgical Director and Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with more than 20 years of experience in spine surgery and in minimally invasive approaches. 

His specialised interests lie in endoscopic endonasal and open skull base surgery, pituitary tumours, vascular surgery, cranial nerve disorders and peripheral nerve conditions. 

What is the cost of consultations and procedures with Dr Lwin?

Initial consultations start from SGD 180–240 (≈ USD 130 – 175). Surgical fees is of varying degree based on each individual’s procedural and treatment options. A financial consultation where the estimation of surgeon fees, hospital, anaesthesia, will be provided should a procedure is to be arranged for you.  

Which Centre is preferred for neurosurgery consultation in Singapore?

At the Advanced Brain & Spine Surgical Centre, we understand that neurological issues require exceptional care. Our approach is rooted in personalised treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs. 

Led by Dr. Sein Lwin, a seasoned neurosurgeon in Singapore. 
With experience in treating complex neuro and spine conditions, our team is dedicated to delivering personalised care tailored to your needs and prompt access to appointments.
 

Does Dr Lwin treat pituitary tumours without facial incisions?

Yes, Dr Sein sees pituitary tumour cases and specialises in endoscopic endonasal surgery. This procedure accesses the pituitary lesions through the nasal cavity to avoid external scars, minimise blood loss and shorten prolonged hospital stays. 

Are support services available for international neurosurgery patients?

Absolutely, through My 1Health, you can arrange secure teleconsultations, visa and travel logistics, multilingual interpretation, accommodation coordination and structured remote postoperative follow-up for a seamless treatment journey. 

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