Dr Colum Patrick Nolan

Dr Nolan graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. He underwent comprehensive neurosurgery training in Ireland and at the Royal Melbourne Hospital in Australia. He then further pursued his interest in complex spine surgery and gained extensive experience as a spinal fellow at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, UK. He gained experience in the management of degenerative spine disorders (disc herniations, spinal stenosis, spinal cord compression, spondylolisthesis and spinal deformity/scoliosis) as well as complex spinal tumours and fractures. He also developed his skills in minimally invasive spine surgery.

Besides his expertise in minimally invasive spine surgery, he is also experienced in intradural tumour surgery, complex cervical spine surgery and spinal navigation technology. He has been practising medicine for more than 20 years.

Dr Nolan has authored publications in numerous international peer-reviewed journals and has presented at many local, regional and international conferences and meetings. He has also served as a reviewer for international journals and international meetings. He was a member of the medical council, professional development committee and peer-review learning quality assurance committee at NNI, and a clinical physician faculty member for the integrated neurosurgery training programme. He was also a member of the trauma committees at TTSH and Sengkang General Hospital and served on several workgroups with the Ministry of Manpower and Ministry of Health.

He was an adjunct assistant professor at Duke-NUS Medical School.

He is active in local, regional and international societies including the Singapore Spine Society, Asia Pacific Spine Society, AO Spine, North American Spine Society, Society of British Neurological Surgeons, American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons. He is an executive committee member of the Singapore Spine Society.

Dr Nolan is a recipient of the Singapore Health Quality Service Award.

Expert in Complex Spine Surgery

Almost 20 years of experience in public healthcare, treating complex spine conditions — with minimally invasive procedures and surgical intervention. Dr Nolan’s interests include degenerative and complex spinal disorders, cervical spine surgery, spinal tumours, spinal trauma and endoscopy.

Safer, Faster and Better Recovery

Evidence-based, minimally invasive surgery for the safe and effective management of spinal conditions and faster recovery with better outcomes.

Patient-Focused Care

Your health is our top priority. We deliver prompt access to appointments, comprehensive diagnostic services and procedures.

Insurance Claimable

Provision of financial counselling and assistance with insurance claims.

Area of Treatments

• Cervical Spondylosis (Neck Pain)

  • Age-related wear and tear changes in the spinal discs and joints

• Cervical Radiculopathy (Pinched nerve in the neck)

  • Radiating pain, tingling, or numbness from the neck to the arm and hand
  • Weakness in the arm or hand

• Cervical Myelopathy (Spinal Cord Compression)

  • Weakness or deterioration of fine motor skills
  • Loss of coordination or balance
  • Numbness in the hands and feet

• Lumbar Spondylosis (Back Pain)

  • Age-related wear and tear changes in the spinal discs and joints

• Slipped Disc/Herniated Disc/Sciatica

  • Burning pain, tingling, or numbness radiating from the back to the leg

• Spinal Stenosis

  • Chronic lower back pain worsened by standing or walking
  • Pain, numbness, or weakness in the legs during walking

• Degenerative Scoliosis

  • Severe wear and tear leading to a curved spine and difficulty standing upright
  • Stooped posture and back pain

• Osteoporosis and Osteoporotic Fractures

  • Stooped posture and loss of height
  • Weak and brittle bones
  • Back pain caused by fractured or collapsed vertebrae