Dr Teo Kejia

Key achievements Started NUH’s brain mapping and awake craniotomy surgery service since 2017 Programme director of the NUHS Surgery-in-General Residency Programme since 2022 Founding member of the 1st Asia Pacific Low Grade Glioma Network Experience & Professional Background Dr. Teo Kejia is a highly experienced neurosurgeon in Singapore, currently practising at Mount Elizabeth Hospital and Parkway East Hospital. He specialises in the management of complex brain and spine conditions, with a particular focus on advanced brain tumour surgery. Dr. Teo is widely recognised for his expertise in brain mapping and awake brain surgery, cutting-edge techniques that allow for maximal tumour removal while preserving critical neurological functions. His clinical practice also includes the treatment of neurovascular disorders, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal conditions. His areas of expertise encompass: Brain tumours and spine tumours Traumatic head injuries Degenerative spine disorders Hydrocephalus Ischaemic and haemorrhagic stroke Hemifacial spasm Previously, Dr. Teo served as a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon at the National University Hospital (NUH), Singapore. During his tenure, he established NUH’s brain mapping and awake craniotomy service, successfully performing multiple awake brain surgeries and advancing neurosurgical care standards in Singapore. Education, Training & International Fellowships Dr. Teo graduated from the National University of Singapore (NUS) and completed extensive general surgery and specialised neurosurgery training at NUH. In recognition of his academic excellence, he was awarded the Academic Medicine Development Award, which enabled him to pursue advanced overseas training. He underwent specialised training in: Functional neurosurgery Neuro-oncology Neurovascular surgery Spinal surgery at Queen’s Hospital, United Kingdom. He was subsequently elected as a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (UK). Further enhancing his expertise, Dr. Teo completed fellowship training in brain mapping and awake brain surgery at: Humanitas Research Hospital, Italy Gui de Chauliac Hospital, France He has been practising medicine for over 15 years. Professional Memberships & Leadership Roles Dr. Teo is an International Member of: American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) In Singapore, he is: A board member of the Chapter of Neurosurgeons, Academy of Medicine A member of the Singapore Spine Society He has played an active role in organising and leading numerous neurosurgical conferences, including those focused on skull base surgery, pituitary tumours, head injuries, and gliomas. He is also a founding and committee member of the Asian Low-Grade Glioma Network. Dr. Teo regularly chairs international and regional conferences and serves as the chairperson of the annual White Matter Dissection Course held in Singapore. Academic & Teaching Contributions Dr. Teo is deeply involved in medical education and training. He contributes to undergraduate teaching at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, NUS, and is an appointed examiner for the MBBS final professional examinations. His academic roles have included: Core faculty member of the NUHS Transitional Year Residency Programme (General Surgery) Programme Director for the Surgery-in-General Residency Programme at NUH Teaching faculty for the NUHS Neurosurgery Residency Programme He has also served as an examiner for: The Intercollegiate Fellowship of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons’ Neurosurgery Preparatory Course Singapore’s Neurosurgery Exit Examination Awards & Recognition In recognition of his dedication and service, Dr. Teo has received the Long Service Award from National University Hospital (NUH).