Hello, I’m <strong>Dr. Tony Setiobudi</strong>, Orthopaedic & Spine Surgeon based in Singapore

Hello, I’m Dr. Tony Setiobudi, Orthopaedic & Spine Surgeon based in Singapore

21+ Years of Clinical Experience in Orthopaedic & Spine Surgery

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ABOUT ME
ABOUT ME

I’m Dr. Tony Setiobudi, an Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeon based in Singapore with over 21 years of clinical experience. I practise in the management of spine and orthopaedic conditions. I am also involved in medical education, research, and content creation, with a focus on providing clear information to support patients in understanding their condition and treatment options.

What I Do

Clinical Practice

Providing care for spine and orthopaedic conditions in Singapore.

Surgical Management

Experience in minimally invasive and complex procedures for spine and orthopaedic conditions.

 

Patient Care

Individualised treatment planning based on each patient’s condition.

Medical Education

Teaching and training medical students and healthcare professionals.

 

Research

Involvement in clinical and academic research in orthopaedics and spine surgery.

Content Creation

Sharing medical knowledge through digital platforms and public education.

Career and Clinical Practice

2016 – Present
Private Practice & Leadership
I founded Spring Hope Orthopaedic Spine Surgery, where I serve as Director and Senior Consultant Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeon. My practice focuses on the management of spine and orthopaedic conditions.
Current Practice
Hospital Appointments

My primary clinical base is Mount Elizabeth Hospital (Orchard). I am also accredited at Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, Mount Alvernia Hospital, Gleneagles Hospital, and Farrer Park Hospital.

 

2016 – 2020
Visiting Consultant Role

I held a Visiting Consultant appointment at Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, maintaining involvement in Singapore’s public healthcare sector.

2012 – 2016
Public Healthcare Practice (Singapore)

I worked as a Consultant Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeon at Alexandra Hospital and Ng Teng Fong General Hospital after completing my fellowship training.

Education

2011 – 2012
Spinal Surgery Fellowship (Australia)

I completed advanced fellowship training in spinal surgery at Wesley Hospital and Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane.

2011
Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FRCS Ed)

I completed specialist orthopaedic training in Singapore and obtained my fellowship with the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

2007
Master of Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery)

I completed my postgraduate specialist degree at the National University of Singapore.

2003
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

I obtained my medical degree from Flinders University in Adelaide.

1996 – 1999
Bachelor of Medical Science (Pathology & Immunology)

I studied at the University of Sydney, focusing on pathology and immunology.

Early Education
Indonesia & Australia

I completed my early education in Indonesia at SD Petra, Kediri and Kolese Santo Yusup, Malang, before finishing high school at St Michael's Grammar School in Melbourne, Australia.

Professional memberships

  • Registered with the Singapore Medical Council; listed on the Specialist Register for Orthopaedic Surgery (since 2011)
    90%
  • Previously registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (2011–2012)
    90%
  • Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
    90%
  • Member of the Singapore Medical Association
    90%
  • Member of the Singapore Spine Society
    90%

Awards and Recognition

  • Health Manpower Development Plan (HMDP) Scholarship in Spine Surgery, Ministry of Health, Singapore
    90%
  • Long Service Award, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital
    90%

My Publications

✅ Das De, S., Setiobudi, T., & Shen, L. (2010).

A rational approach to management of alendronate-related subtrochanteric fractures. The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. British Volume, 92(5), 679–686.

 

✅ van Middendorp, J. J., Audigé, L., Bartels, R. H. M. A., Bolger, C., Deverall, H., Dhoke, P., Diekerhof, C. H., Govaert, G. A. M., Guimerá, V., Koller, H., Morris, S. A., Setiobudi, T., & Hosman, A. J. F. (2013).

The Subaxial Cervical Spine Injury Classification System: An external agreement validation study. The Spine Journal, 13(9), 1055–1063.

 

✅ Lim, C. T., Setiobudi, T., & Das De, S. (2012).

Femoral canal obliteration secondary to prolonged alendronate use: A case report. Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery, 20(1), 115–117.

 

✅ Hee, H. T., Chuah, Y. J., Tan, B. H. M., Setiobudi, T., & Wong, H. K. (2011).

Vascularization and morphological changes of the endplate after axial compression and distraction of the intervertebral disc. Spine, 36(7), 505–511.

 

✅ Kumar, N., Lam, R., Zaw, A. S., Malhotra, R., Tan, J., Tan, G., & Setiobudi, T. (2014).

Flow cytometric evaluation of the safety of intraoperative salvaged blood filtered with leucocyte depletion filter in spine tumour surgery. Annals of Surgical Oncology, 21(13), 4330–4335.

 

✅ Setiobudi, T., Ng, Y. H., Lim, C. T., Liang, S., Lee, K., & Das De, S. (2011).

Clinical outcome following treatment of stable and unstable intertrochanteric fractures with dynamic hip screw. Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore, 40(11), 482–487.

I’m Here to Support Your Health and Recovery!

My approach is to help you understand your condition clearly and guide you through the care options available. I take time to explain each step, so you can feel informed and confident when making decisions about your health and overall well-being.

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290 Orchard Road, #18-06, #1 Medical Tower, Paragon, Singapore 238859

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