Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women in Malaysia. With early detection and timely treatment, recovery rates can be significantly improved.
If you are living in Penang and searching for the best breast doctor in Penang for screening, diagnosis, or treatment, this guide introduces trusted and experienced doctors who focus on women’s breast health and breast cancer care. These specialists provide professional medical support and walk with patients through every stage of their treatment journey with care and compassion.
When To See A Breast Surgeon
The most common characteristic of breast cancer is that it often has no obvious symptoms in its early stages. Most breast cancer patients discover a lump in their breast during a physical examination or screening, while a small number discover it through self-examination or by feeling a lump during a doctor’s examination.
As cancer progresses, physical changes become noticeable. You should schedule a consultation with a breast surgeon if you observe any of the following:
- A persistent lump or thickening in the breast or armpit area.
- A newly retracted nipple.
- A change in the colour or skin of the breast, areola or nipple.
- Bloody nipple discharge.
- A change in the size or shape of the breast.
Selection Criteria and Evaluation Standards
Choosing the right breast cancer doctor is not only about medical expertise—it also involves communication, trust, and long-term care. Here are some key factors to consider:
- Specialist Background & Qualifications: Ensure the doctor is trained in breast surgery, oncology, or general surgery with a strong focus on breast cancer treatment.
- Hospital & Medical Equipment: Choose a medical centre with complete facilities such as mammograms, breast ultrasounds, biopsies, and operating theatres.
- Multidisciplinary Team Approach: The best breast cancer treatment usually involves a team of surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, pathologists and nurses working together.
- Reputation & Patient Experience: Look for genuine patient reviews to understand the doctor’s communication style, empathy, and overall care approach.
List of Top Breast Cancer Specialists in Penang
Below is a compiled list of breast cancer specialists you may consider, with details on their clinic and area of expertise. This list is non-exhaustive, and can serve as a starting point for your search for the best breast cancer specialist in Penang that fits your requirements.
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1. Dr Teh Yew Ching – Gleneagles Hospital
- Expertise – Breast Surgery & Diagnosis and Treatment of Breast Tumors & Breast-Conserving Surgery & Breast Reconstruction and Postoperative Rehabilitation & Breast Screening and Image-Guided Biopsy
2. Dr Cheah Sin Dee – Sunway Medical Centre
- Expertise – Breast & Endocrine Surgery
3. Dr Cheah Soon Keat – Sunway Medical Centre
- Expertise – Clinical Oncology specializes in treating breast cancer using a combination of chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
4. Dr Hannah Saw Joo Ee – Pantai Hospital
- Expertise – Mastectomy & Breast Reconstruction Surgery
5. Dr Fitreena Anis Amran – KPJ Specialist Hospital
- Expertise – Specializes in breast surgery and is actively involved in research in the field of breast cancer. Possesses knowledge not only of breast-conserving surgery and breast reconstruction
6. Dr Ooi Kai Yun – Island Hospital
- Expertise – Clinical oncology—responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers, including breast cancer.
7. Dr Teoh Mei Shi – Loh Guan Lye Specialists Centre
- Expertise – Breast surgery & breast-conserving surgery, breast reconstruction/breast-conserving related surgery, breast screening and genetic screening counseling
8. Dr Chong Seng Fook – Penang Adventist Hospital
- Expertise – Breast, Endocrine and General Surgery
9. Dato’ Dr Cheong Yew Teik DSPN – Penang Adventist Hospital
- Expertise – Breast Surgery and Endocrine Surgery
10. Dr Kiley Loh Wei-Jen – Penang Adventist Hospital
- Expertise – Breast Cancer Medical Oncology Department
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