Low Carb Products Now Available at our Clinic

 

The most effective way to manage diabetes is not necessarily by increasing medications, but by lowering blood sugar naturally through a diet lower in carbohydrates, which prevents spikes in blood glucose levels. This approach is a crucial aspect of diabetes management and deserves emphasis. For those newly diagnosed or with mild diabetes, proper dietary choices may even allow control without medication.

At our clinic, we now offer three products designed to help reduce carbohydrate intake, supporting better blood glucose control and overall metabolic health.

1.  Allulose 500g $13
Allulose is a rare natural sugar that has about 70% of the sweetness of regular sugar but provides almost no calories. Unlike glucose or fructose, it does not significantly raise blood sugar or insulin levels, making it a promising alternative sweetener for people with diabetes. Studies suggest that allulose may help improve insulin sensitivity, reduce post-meal glucose spikes, and even support fat metabolism. Because it tastes and behaves like sugar in cooking and baking, it offers a way for diabetics to enjoy sweetness without compromising blood glucose control.

Is Allulose The Perfect Sweetener

2. Upgrain Flour 1 kg $15

Upgrain flour is a low-carb, high-fiber flour made from plant-based fibers from grains, fruits, and vegetables. With about half the carbohydrates of regular wheat flour and high dietary fiber, it helps slow carbohydrate absorption and reduce post-meal blood sugar spikes. This makes it a suitable option for people with diabetes who want to enjoy baked goods and meals while managing blood glucose levels.

Upgrain Website

3.  Fukumi Rice $26

Fukumi rice, also known as konjac rice or porang rice, is a low-calorie, low-carbohydrate rice alternative made from the konjac plant's root. A 100g serving of Fukumi rice contains approximately 70 calories, 16g of carbohydrates, and 6g of fiber, making it a suitable option for those aiming to control blood sugar levels. The high fiber content, specifically soluble fiber, helps slow the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates, leading to more stable blood glucose levels. 

ICan i3 Continuous Glucose Monitor

Wearing a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) empowers you to take control of your blood sugar by providing 24-hour monitoring. With real-time insights, you can see how different foods affect your glucose levels and make informed choices to avoid spikes, helping you achieve better blood sugar control.

The iCan i3 Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) System by Sinocare is a wearable device that provides real-time glucose readings every 3 minutes for up to 15 days, eliminating the need for frequent finger pricks. Its waterproof design allows use during daily activities, and the companion app lets users track trends and set alerts for high or low glucose levels. The iCan i3 offers a convenient, less invasive way to monitor blood sugar and improve diabetes management.  You will also be able to share the information with us at the clinic so that we can better manage your diabetes. 

Karri Family Clinic is now a PaedsEngage Clinic

 

Karri Family Clinic is now enrolled as a participating clinic in the KKH PaedsEngage program. That means that you can bring your kids here for consultation and if they need further referral to KKH A&E, you will be able to be referred there with a $50 discount off the A&E rates.  For more information, please see:  https://www.primarycarepages.sg/news-and-publications/paeds-engage-(engagement-and-gp-empowerment)

Change in Opening Hours

Our Opening Hours have been changed to:

Mon-Fri Morning 8.30am to 1pm
Mon-Wed Evenings 6.30pm to 9pm
Sat 8.30am to 12.30pm
Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays

Pre-Departure ART and PCR tests available

Pre Departure ART and PCR are available at our clinic at $28nett and $90nett respectively. We are able to swab infants and children as well. Please call 67850311 to enquire.

Pfizer BioNTech Covid Vaccine now available

The Pfizer BioNTech Vaccine is now available at our clinic for patients 12 years and above.  The vaccine is provided free of charge.  Please call 67850311 to make an appointment for the vaccination.  As the vaccine is given in groups of five, it would be good if you can gather a few friends and family members to vaccinate together.

Baby Vaccinations Free of Charge from 1 Nov 2020

From 1 Nov 2020, newborn and children vaccinations can be done at Karri Family Clinic Free of Charge. This only applies to Singaporean children and does not apply to Permenant Residents and foreigners.  All you need to do is to visit our clinic when your child is due for their vaccinations!  Child development assessment will also be done for the child without any extra charge.  

Adult vaccinations will also be subsidised.  The amount of subsidy will be different for Pioneer Generation, Merdeka and CHAS card holders.  Please check with our clinic staff for details. 

Covid 19 Swab Available at Karri Family Clinic

From July 1 2020, any patients above 12 years of age with symptoms of runny nose, cough, fever and sorethroat will need to be swabbed for Covid 19.  This is a painless procedure which will take only a few seconds to do. 

Our clinic will be able to perform the swab from Mon - Fri 8.30am to 12.30pm and Sat 8.30 to 12pm.

Singaporean  and permenant residents only need to pay $5 (Pioneer and Merdeka Card holders) or $10 for the consultation, swab and necessary medications.

Clinic Address and Opening Times

 

Hello and welcome to our clinic.  

I am Dr Leslie Tay and Karri Family Clinic is established here in Tampines since 2004.  We specialize in Family Medicine which means we look after the healthcare needs for your whole family including vaccinations for babies, childhood illness, health screenings, chronic illness etc.

Our motto, "Treating patients, not diseases" reminds us that we are here to help people and not just treat a disease.  As such we aim to treat each individiual holistically remembering that each person is a special individual.  We look forward to serving your family!

Address

866A, Tampines St 83
Tampines Central Community Complex
#03-05
Singapore 521866
Map Link:  https://goo.gl/maps/kreoENGA8rrtCqD49
Tel: 67850311

Consultation Times
Mon - Fri:  8.30am to 12.30pm, 6.30pm to 9pm
Sat: 8.30am to 12.30pm
Sun and PH: Closed.

Teleconsultation available through MaNaDr App.
Please download the App for IOS here and Android here.
Do give us a call at 67850311 after you have requested Teleconsultation with us so we can add you to the queue.

Accepted Cards
Pioneer Generation and Merdeka
CHAS
PHPC
Medisave
Aviva, IHP, Great Eastern, Fullerton,

Services available

Acute and chronic medicine
Children from birth onwards
Baby vaccination packages

Vaccination for elders (medisave claimable)
Cervical vaccine package (medisave claimable)

Minor surgery

Ear syringing
Health screening packages
Foreign worker permits
Long/Short term visit pass
Telemedicine via MaNaDr App

Flu Subsidy Scheme now extended to Foreign Workers

The flu subsidy scheme is now extended to cover eligible Work Permit (WP) holders (i.e. all WP holders excluding those in the domestic sector).  That means that all WP holders with symptoms of cough, runny nose, fever, sorethroat will be charged a flat fee of $10 including medications at our clinic.

Essential Services During Covid 19 Circuit Breaker

Please note that the clinic will be opened during the Covid 19 Circuit Breaker period for essential services.  This includes any illness or sickness requiring immediate attention as well as filling of medication for chronic illnessess.  We will not be doing any adult vaccinations, maid checkups, driving licenses or health screening until after the circuit breaker period is lifted.

Please remember to stay at home as much as possible during this period and only go out for necessary things like buying food and seeking medical help.

Karri Family Clinic is a PHPC Clinic

From Tuesday 18 Feb 2020, any Singaporean or PR presenting with symptoms of fever, cough, cold will only need to pay a flat rate of $10 which includes consultation as well as medication for this condition.  Pioneer Generation patients will pay $5.

Together we will prevail against the COVID19 virus.  Stay alert and stay safe. 

Dorscon Orange Protocol for Patients visiting our clinic

We have implemented the Dorscon Orange Protocol. For everyone's safety, please observe the following when visiting the clinic. Thank you for your co-operation and understanding!

Karri Family Clinic: GP First Scheme

Patients can now get a $50 rebate and get priority service if they are referred by us to Changi General Hospital A&E.  So instead of paying $126 for the standard A&E fees, you now pay only $76. 

So, when in doubt, visit our clinic first before heading straight to the A&E.  Many conditions can be treated at our clinic.  If you do require referral to A&E, we will refer you and you get a $50 rebate.

This service is available to residents as well as non-residents and you will need to visit the A&E within the same day.

Using Medisave for Outpatient Care at Karri Family Clinic

From June 2018, your Medisave account can be used for more conditions for outpatient care. Please check the MOH website here as well as the CPF website here for more details.

Here are some of the conditions that you are able to use it for:  Source MOH website


MediSave500 Scheme
Use up to $500 per MediSave account a year from June 2018 for:

• Outpatient treatments of the following 20 conditions under the Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP) (subject to 15% co-payment by patient):
  Diabetes, hypertension, lipid disorders, stroke, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar disorders, dementia, osteoarthritis, anxiety, benign prostatic hyperplasia, Parkinson’s disease, nephrosis/nephritis , epilepsy, osteoporosis, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, ischaemic heart disease.

• Childhood Vaccinations (under the National Childhood Immunisation Schedule)

- Pneumococcal vaccinations (for children aged below 5)
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) (for females aged between 9 - 26 years of age)
- Hepatitis B vaccination
- Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR)
- Tuberculosis (BCG)
- Diphtheria, Pertussis & Tetanus (DTaP/Tdap)
- Poliomyelitis
- Haemophilus Influenza Type B (Hib)

• Adult Vaccinations (for target populations under the National Adult Immunisation Schedule)

- Influenza*
- Pneumococcal vaccinations*
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) (for females aged between 9 - 26 years of age)
- Hepatitis B vaccination
- Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR)
- Diphtheria, Pertussis & Tetanus (DTaP/Tdap)
- Varicella

* Also recommended for specific groups of children, including those with medical conditions or immunocompromised or with rare conditions.

We are still here at Tampines Central Community Complex!

Just a quick note to let all our patients know that we are still here at Tampines Central Community Complex!  The People's Association will be moving out by the end of June 2018, but our half of the building is still functioning.  So the supermarket, food court, child care centres are still in operation and so are we!