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
Bravo for Bra Ovo
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New approach to breast cancer prevention
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Diagnosing breast cancer
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Gene involved in sense of smell could play a role in the spread of breast cancer to the brain
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Episode 9 Trailer – Nipples with patient Ayda Hornak
https://youtu.be/UMlf2h4xLgo Episode 9 features Dr Nicole Yap and patient Ayda Hornack, hosted by Wendy Squires. This episode explores the role of the nipples in breast cancer and how Ayda’s treatment was impacted. You can view the full episode on the Australian...
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Episode 8 Trailer – Instincts and Action with patient Rebecca Walker
https://youtu.be/QKHjYxDbSK4 Episode 8 of my Breast Care TV Series features Dr Nicole Yap and patient Rebecca Walker, hosted by Wendy Squires. Rebecca found some lumps, which she was told not to worry about, but wanted further advice. That’s how she came to be a...
Episode 7 Trailer- Breast Care with Nurse Deb Scott
https://youtu.be/zbLF0XTCsYM Episode 7 of the Breast Care TV Series features Dr Nicole Yap and breast care nurse Deb Scott, hosted by Wendy Squires. Deb is a vital part of the treatment process and speaks on her experience as a breast care nurse, caring for patients...
Episode 6 Trailer – Breast Reduction with patient Yullia Beteramia
https://youtu.be/jIUOddxc9U4 Episode 6 Dr Nicole Yap and patient Yullia Beteramia, hosted by Wendy Squires. Yullia underwent a breast reduction with Dr Yap and this episode explores the changes to both her physical and mental health. The full episode is now...
Episode 5 Trailer – Men Have Breast Issues Too with patient John Wejesooriya
https://youtu.be/2qno2VknLME Episode 5 features Dr Nicole Yap and past patient John Wejesooriya, hosted by Wendy Squires. Approximately 1% of people impacted by breast cancer are men. It is important to be aware that women are not the only people who can get the...