How to choose the best Breast Surgeon in Sydney?

When you are first diagnosed with breast cancer, it is overwhelming. Choosing a breast surgeon can be difficult. Your Gp can give you advice or a personal recommendation can help. Here are the things you need to look for in a breast surgeon:

Checklist

Training

• Royal Australian College of Surgeons membership
• Specialist breast training and/or fellowship

Continuing Education

• Continuing Professional Development Certificate
• Breast educational meeting attendance
• Breast SurgANZ membership

Information

• Can you talk to your surgeon?
• Do you have enough information to make an informed decision?
• Are you comfortable with your proposed surgery?
• What to expect before, during and after your surgery.
• Will you have a breast cancer nurse
• Questions answered to your satisfaction?

Costs

• Estimate of probable costs before your surgery

I offer and maintain these standards as part of my services to my patients.