Dr Toma will first get to know you, understand what you are going through and review your medical history. In addition, Dr Toma may request further tests/investigations before coming up with a treatment plan suitable for your condition.

Dr Toma considers your general well-being, health status and preferences before deciding to perform surgery. With certain conditions, it is considered best to adopt the watch-and-wait method. Sometimes careful monitoring can prevent the need for surgery.

Dr Toma performs both open and minimally invasive procedures. Minimally invasive surgery involves creating several small incisions and involves a faster recovery. Dr Toma adopts this less invasive technique when repairing hernias and removing the gallbladder or the appendix.

Your recovery largely depends on your health status and the type of procedure undergone. With less invasive surgery, most patients can return home on the day AFTER their scheduled procedures.

Dr Toma will perform revision surgery if necessary. There are a number of factors to consider before undertaking this decision, and Dr Toma will provide you with measured advice depending on the factors relevant to you.