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- Breast cancer surgery
Breast cancer surgery
Breast surgery may be required for diagnosed or suspected cancer or due to some benign conditions.
We offer access to leading breast surgeons, reconstructive surgeons and other breast cancer specialists who reassure you along your journey as well as providing access to a range of clinical and diagnostic services.
Your consulting specialist will discuss your procedure in detail, what you can expect and any special after surgery requirements.
Your breast surgery will be performed in one of our operating theatres using the latest technology and surgical equipment. Our facilities provide a comfortable environment for you to rest and recover after surgery.
Breast cancer surgery procedures
Procedures include:
Breast-conserving surgery
This surgery removes a breast cancer and a small amount of tissue around it, and possibly some lymph nodes. Depending on the circumstances, breast-conserving surgery may also be called a lumpectomy or partial mastectomy. Many of our surgeons are specialists in oncoplastic techniques which achieve the best cancer removal coupled with the best aesthetic outcome.
Mastectomy
A mastectomy removes the whole breast, usually including the nipple and often one or more lymph nodes in the armpit. Women at high risk of developing breast cancer may choose to have a mastectomy.
Breast reconstruction
A breast reconstruction may be performed after your mastectomy, as a part of that surgery or some months later. This surgery rebuilds the shape and appearance of the breast. We provide a broad range of reconstruction options.
Other breast surgeries and procedures
We offer a range of procedures for benign breast conditions and for cosmetic procedures.
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Costs and fee payment options
If you have private health insurance, the costs for your hospital stay and specialist fees may be covered by your health fund, based on your level of cover.
If you don’t have private health insurance, you can access treatment at a St John of God Health Care hospital through our self-funded care option.
When you use your private health insurance, you get benefits that include access to St John of God Health Care private hospital facilities, your choice of specialist, minimal wait times, and with an eligible policy most of your hospital costs can be covered by your private health insurance fund.
You should contact your health insurer to understand your level of cover, and whether your policy is subject to additional fees such as a hospital excess or other ‘out-of-pocket’ expenses. Your health insurer will also be able to assist in understanding if you will have doctor, radiology and pathology out-of-pocket costs.
Patients who don’t have private health insurance can choose to access St John of God Health Care private hospital services and treatments by paying fees themselves.
By accessing our self-funded care option, you’ll be able to avoid wait times and have your surgery or treatment with your choice of specialist at a St John of God Health Care private hospital.
- Learn more and enquire about the self-funded care option.
- Call 1300 940 199 to get a quote for self-funded treatment.
If you have received an invoice for an expense associated with treatment from a St John of God Health Care service you can pay your bill online.
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