Dr Nicole F. S. Yap.
FRACS MBBS ( Melb) A.Mus A
BREAST AND SKIN SPECIALIST BREAST SURGEON
Bespoke Breast Care
One size doesn’t fit all
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Benign
Lumps
Non-Palpable Lesions
Pain
Mastitis
Pre cancer conditions
Cancer
Signs and symptoms
Investigations
Management
Role of genetics
Lifestyle choices
Aesthetic
Breast augmentation
Breast reduction
Breast lift
Nipple reconstruction
Dr Nicole F.S Yap.
FRACS MBBS ( Melb) A.Mus A
BREAST AND SKIN SPECIALIST BREAST SURGEON
Breast cancer now affects 1 in 7 women in the Western world and therefore everyone will eventually know someone who has been affected.
I am a Specialist Breast surgeon and director of Breast Institute Australia. I treat both the cancer and the cosmetic outcome at the same surgery. I have treated patients with this pathology from the ages of 27 to 94, and it belies me to reach out to everyone, including men, to not be afraid and to seek early advice, if you have any concerns about any signs or symptoms related to your breasts.
Throughout the ages, the breast has been the symbol of femininity, reproductivity, and sexuality. To defile this is almost sacrosanct. It can also create psychological harm with far reaching effects to not only those affected but to those close to the individual including family and friends. There is also an increasing incidence in the younger (less than 50 years) age groups. The United States statistics indicate that this incidence is increasing by 2% every year. Currently 25% of all breast cancers are under the age of 50 years.
Despite the rising incidence there is a decreasing mortality, due to increased public awareness, yet the younger age groups still tend to present to health professionals late in the disease.
This could be due to fear of the unknown, or the fear of potentially defiling that which represents their femininity.
This is where my role exists. As a Specialist Breast Surgeon, I have the ability to remove and treat the breast cancer whilst maintaining or possibly improving the aesthetic/cosmetic outcome. This only requires development of a rapport with a single surgeon rather than two. This improvement in the approach to the management of breast cancer should enable patients to deal with this disease in a positive way. A positive mind assists in achieving an overall improved outcome.
Appointments can be made within 24 hours for urgent enquires, and time of diagnosis to operation is often possible within 1 week. Read more about Dr Nicole Yap.
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Bespoke Breast Care
One Size doesn’t fit all
Dr Nicole Yap’s presentation with Moody’s
I was recently invited by Global risk management company, Moody’s, to speak to their internal women's Business Resource Group (BRG) at their Asia-Pacific (APAC) wide virtual presentation. Moody’s women’s BRG group initiative is to help contribute to developing a more...
Hormone replacement therapy may be safe after breast cancer treatment
A common question asked of me - “ is taking hormone replacement therapy ( HRT) safe when considering the risk of developing a breast cancer?” The crucial aspect in medicine is weighing up risk against benefit. HRT is important in improving lifestyle qualities which...
‘Two of my friends got breast cancer in their thirties. Here’s why young women are more at risk according to Breast Cancer Trials’
Reading this recent article in @bodyandsoul_au about women under the age of 40 being most at risk of developing aggressive breast cancer -while 40 may seem ‘too young’ to die from breast cancer, it is unfortunately not uncommon. This is Emily after her final...
Cancer risks cascade through generations for some families. But there are high hopes for precision medicine
Michelle Brady remembers how much her daughter Addie loved life. "She was an incredible young child. Very bright, very, very beautiful. I know a lot of parents say that about their children, but she truly was." Addie had a rare form of bone cancer. Her tibia had to be...
Breast Cancer Trials
I am very proud to be a member of Breast Cancer Trials who provide much needed research in the search for improvement in the treatment, prevention and cure of breast cancer. #CheckThoseBreasts #breastcancerawareness #breastcancersurvivor I invite you to follow...
International breast cancer surviver day
Today is international breast cancer survivor day. Early diagnosis saves lives. It’s important to be proactive and trust your instincts. 23% of all breast cancers occur <50 years age and tend to be more aggressive in nature. The Australian Breast Care Centre,...
Diane Appolis
I would like to make a tribute to an amazing person Diane Appolis, a patient who I have the privilege of knowing and being involved with in her fight against breast cancer. Diane first came to me regarding a breast reduction to assist with her back and shoulder pain....
Did you know that know 1 in 2 Australians are diagnosed with cancer before the age of 85?
“Breast cancer affects 1 in 7 women and is the 2nd leading cause of cancer death in females” “23% of women diagnosed with breast cancer are under 50 years of age” I encourage you to host a #biggestmorningtea to help raise funds that will make a big difference to those...
Today marks the 9th anniversary of Tina Hussey’s passing
Tina was diagnosed with breast cancer during her pregnancy (years prior to our friendship). Her treatment was in retrospect, was fatally inadequate. She had surgical removal of the cancer with no radiation or follow up treatment leaving her to face the disease’s...
To all mums, step-mums and grandmothers, wishing you a happy Mother’s Day!
This is me with my mum, Val. Mum was my first friend, my best friend, and my friend forever. The person with my best interest at heart and who would always be the one I could talk to and depend on. My mother was my rock and supported me through the not so forgiving...