Dr. David Bako | General Practitioner, Orthopaedic Practitioner

Background

Dr. David Bako is a dedicated and experienced General Practitioner with academic qualifications including a Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Medicine from the University of Melbourne.

He brings a strong background in Orthopaedic Surgery, having worked across major institutions such as the National University Hospital, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, and KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital. His training spans both adult and paediatric orthopaedics, providing him with broad expertise in musculoskeletal assessment and management.

Dr. Bako has also served in several of Singapore’s Accident & Emergency departments, including Changi General Hospital, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, and the trauma centre at Tan Tock Seng Hospital. This experience has sharpened his capabilities in rapid injury assessment and acute care management.

In addition, he has valuable experience in occupational health, managing work-related injuries in settings ranging from migrant worker clinics to corporate healthcare environments.

With a unique blend of general practice, orthopaedic, emergency, and occupational health experience, Dr. Bako is well-equipped to provide comprehensive primary care. His approach integrates immediate injury assessment, in-depth musculoskeletal evaluation, and evidence-based treatment tailored to support recovery and enhance function for patients of all ages.

Dr. Bako works closely with physiotherapists and orthopaedic surgeons within the clinic, ensuring coordinated, multidisciplinary care that supports each patient’s optimal return to activity.

Dr. Bako is fluent in English, Indonesian, and Malay.