Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
East Melbourne, 3002
Dr. Chin Yong is a Certified Urogynaecologist and Female Pelvic Floor Reconstructive Surgeon based in Melbourne, Australia. His practice focuses on conservative managment and native tissue, mesh-free pelvic floor recontruction surgery. Dr Yong has a strong interest in minimal access surgery and offers a range of advanced laparoscopic and robotic pelvic floor reconstruction procedures to his patients.
Dr. Yong completed his primary medical degree at The University of Auckland and pursued further specialisation in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. He joined the Royal Women’s Hospital Pelvic Floor Unit in 2016, where he completed three years of subspecialty training in Urogynaecology. His primary practice is located at Epworth Freemasons in East Melbourne, and he also consults at Epworth Geelong and Jean Hailes Melbourne CBD.
Recognising the importance of addressing pelvic floor issues and the stigma surrounding them, Dr. Yong is passionate about women’s health and aims to raise awareness about these concerns. He provides personalised and holistic treatment plans to enhance the quality of life for his patients. Dr. Yong often collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, including women's health and continence physiotherapists, colorectal surgeons, pain specialists and occasionally urologists.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Yong is actively involved in clinical education and research, focusing on conservative management and native tissue surgical correction for pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence. He is fluent in multiple languages, including English, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Malay. Dr. Yong is affiliated with professional associations such as the Urogynaecology Society of Australasia (UGSA), International Urogynaecology Association (IUGA), and International Continence Society (ICS).
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Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery, University of Auckland, New Zealand, 2007
Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRANZCOG), 2016
Certificate of Urogynaecology (CU) 2022
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66 reviews
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Very professional in explaining the situation, patience, caring and gave great support.
5
Dr Chin Yong was amazing from the first time that I met him. He was very professional and transparent yet empathic and understanding of my past experiences and needs. My surgery was very successful and it has turned my life around where I now feel like my old self again. I cannot thank him enough! I highly recommend Dr Chin Yong.
5
Dr Chin Yong was wonderful. He explained everything really well. Was very attentive & visited me every day I was in hospital (including on a Sunday). He had special instructions for his patients for the nursing staff. He is friendly & efficient. I recommend him highly
5
I am very happy with the results of this operation it has given me a new lease on life. The healing process took longer than I was expecting due to my not comprehending how long it takes for my body to heal. Dr Chin Yong is a very gifted and dedicated surgeon who will revolutionise this procedure.
5
Excellent care through out the journey
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Attentive and bespoke care provided for my situation. Understanding and committed to finding a solution that balanced health outcomes, mental health, and financial considerations. Very thankful to be under Dr Ying's care.
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Dr Chin was very clear with his explanation and treatment options that are available to me.
5
Helpful and empathetic
5
Dr Yong is an amazing doctor. My memory of Dr Yong is when he came to me before the operation and held my hand and told me everything would be ok. You can’t put a value in human kindness and compassion. I felt I was in very safe hands.
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Dr. Chin Yong was extremely helpful every time I visited him. I am very pleased with my outcome and could not be happier.
Explore videos from Dr Chin Yong explaining process of procedures and other important things you should know before choosing your provider.
Dr Chin Yong and Caroline Chaplin meet to discuss the issues surrounding a women's pelvic floor after pregnancy, and dive into what often happens after pregnancy to the pelvic floor, the common complications, the treatment options available and the role GPs play in treatment. A link to the URCHOICE calculator can be found here. 'Conversations' is a new format from PodMD, focused on more relaxed and informal discussions surrounding important issues that specialists and GPs see in the community.
12 February 2024
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In this episode of PodMD, certified urogynaecologist and female pelvic floor reconstruction surgeon Dr Chin Yong will be discussing the topic of pelvic organ prolapse, including what pelvic organ prolapse is, how a patient would typically present, the treatment options, the likelihood of recurrence, when to refer and more.
12 February 2024
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What are Dr Chin Yong's reviews like?
Dr Chin Yong's overall patient rating is 4.89 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 66 reviews
What languages does Dr Chin Yong speak?
Dr Chin Yong speaks English, Cantonese, Malay and Mandarin
Where is Dr Chin Yong located?
Dr Chin Yong primarily practices at Epworth Consulting Suites, located at Consulting Suites, Epworth, Suite 6.3, Level 6/124 Grey St, East Melbourne, Australia, 3002
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What are Dr Chin Yong working hours?
Dr Chin Yong is working Monday (09:00 - 17:00), Tuesday (09:00 - 17:00), Wednesday (09:00 - 17:00), Thursday (09:00 - 17:00), Friday (09:00 - 15:00)
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