Orthopaedic Surgeon, Spine Specialist
Dr. Marcus Ling is an orthopaedic surgeon dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of orthopaedic and spinal conditions, helping patients regain mobility and improve their quality of life.
Dr. Marcus Ling is a highly skilled, US-fellowship trained orthopaedic and spine surgeon with over a decade of experience in treating conditions such as back pain, nerve pain, slipped disc, spinal stenosis, fractures, and general orthopaedic conditions.
His subspecialty interest is in minimally invasive, endoscopic, and motion-preserving spinal procedures. He is one of the pioneers of endoscopic spine surgeries in Singapore and is one of the very few surgeons internationally who can perform awake endoscopic spinal fusion, eliminating the need for general anaesthesia. This advanced technique helps patients to recover faster, and many are even able to be discharged within 24 hours.
He obtained his medical degree from National University of Singapore in 2006 and went on to complete specialist training in Orthopaedic Surgery, attaining his Master of Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) from NUS and becoming a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. Awarded the Health Manpower Development Plan (HMDP) scholarship, Dr. Ling completed a highly sought after fellowship at the prestigious University of Miami, USA, where he was trained in complex spinal deformity correction and advanced minimally invasive techniques such as awake endoscopic lumbar interbody fusion (EndoLIF®), which he introduced to Singapore.
Upon completing his fellowship, he returned to Singapore and served as a Senior Consultant at the Orthopaedic Department of the Singapore General Hospital. He served as the Director of Clinical Services at the SingHealth Duke-NUS Spine Centre, where he led clinical improvements in patient care. His commitment and compassionate nature to patient care lead him to be awarded the Service with a Heart Award at Singapore General Hospital. He continues to contribute back to public healthcare by serving as a Visiting Consultant at the Singapore General Hospital, with which he maintains strong connections.
His expertise is much sought after, as he has been invited to speak at various international orthopaedic and spine medical conferences, where he shares his experiences and techniques. His commitment to advancing medical knowledge has also led him to take on the role of principal investigator in many research projects. His work has been presented at numerous medical conferences, and he has published extensively.
He also shares his wealth of knowledge and clinical skills with future generations of doctors and specialists as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine and a Core Faculty Member of the SingHealth Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Programme.
His commitment to excellence and hard work also led him to serve in the Commando Formation during National Service. Driven by a sense of social responsibility, he continues to serve the community through grassroots involvement and by conducting non-profit charitable clinic consultations.
With his wealth of medical experience and strong work ethic, Dr. Ling combines surgical expertise with a commitment to helping patients make informed, confident treatment decisions.
Training & Credentials
Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Marcus Ling leads an active and fulfilling life. His experience as a Medical Officer in the Commando Formation during National Service shaped his disciplined approach to life. He stays active with running, swimming, and the occasional game of golf while also giving back as a dedicated grassroots leader.
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