The Breast and Endocrine Centre

The Breast and Endocrine Centre in Toorak Gardens provides comprehensive care for patients with breast and endocrine conditions. Established in 1998, the centre is located within the grounds of the Burnside War Memorial Hospital. It offers a multidisciplinary approach to diagnosis and treatment, integrating consulting, diagnostic services, and counselling in a single location.

The centre's services include the evaluation and management of breast problems such as breast pain, lumps, and nipple discharge. They provide breast surgery for both cancerous and non-cancerous conditions, including breast reconstruction and breast reduction surgery. The centre also offers evaluation of thyroid and parathyroid issues, alongside general surgical procedures like hernia repair. A team approach is central to their practice, with weekly meetings involving surgeons, pathologists, oncologists, and radiologists to determine patient treatment plans.

The patient care model at The Breast and Endocrine Centre utilises a triple test approach for the investigation of breast symptoms, which includes a clinical history and examination, imaging such as mammography or ultrasound, and a fine needle aspiration or core biopsy. This method is highly accurate for the diagnosis of breast cancer. The centre is also committed to patient support, offering services such as psychological support, survivorship planning, and dedicated breast care nurses.