Choosing the Right Breast Cancer Doctor in Singapore

What Does a Breast Cancer Treatment Team Consist of?

Breast cancer treatment often involves more than one specialist, as different aspects of care require different expertise. In Singapore, breast cancer care is commonly delivered through a multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach where specialists collaborate to ensure treatment is comprehensive, evidence-based and well-coordinated.

A typical breast cancer treatment team may include:

• Breast surgeon: Performs procedures such as breast biopsy, lumpectomy or mastectomy, and manages lymph node assessment and post-surgery follow-up.
• Medical oncologist: Oversees systemic treatments such as chemotherapy, hormone therapy and targeted therapy to treat cancer cells throughout the body.
• Radiation oncologist: Plans and delivers radiotherapy to reduce the risk of recurrence, particularly after breast-conserving surgery or in higher-risk cases.

Multidisciplinary care ensures treatment decisions are made with input from all relevant specialists. This allows patients to receive a personalised treatment plan that is well-timed, aligned with clinical guidelines and tailored to both medical needs and long-term recovery goals.

Your Best Breast Cancer Care Starts with the Right Doctor

Choosing the right breast cancer doctor in Singapore is an important step in ensuring timely diagnosis, coordinated treatment and long-term follow-up care. With the right specialist guiding you, you can better understand your options, feel supported in decision-making and approach treatment with greater clarity and reassurance.

Maven Surgery was established with a vision of providing care that is both effective and compassionate. Helmed by Dr Chong Chee Keong, who has worked with numerous veteran surgical, medical and radiation oncologists, our patient-first focus places importance on understanding and alleviating the anxiety of our patients. Schedule an appointment with us if you are looking for an experienced breast cancer specialist or if you have any reservations about breast cancer surgery.

Meet Our Specialist

Dr Chong Chee Keong Breast, Colorectal and General Surgeon MBBS (Singapore), FRCS (Edinburgh), FRCS (Glasgow), FAMS (Singapore) Specialist Accreditation in Intensive Care Medicine Specialists Accreditation Board, Medical Director & Senior Consultant

Dr Chong Chee Keong is a Breast, Colorectal and General Surgeon with over 20 years of clinical experience. Dual-fellowship trained and highly accredited, he founded Maven Surgery with a commitment to elevating the standard of care for breast and colorectal cancers, the two most common cancers affecting women and men.

Dr Chong works closely with multidisciplinary teams of surgical, medical and radiation oncologists and remains actively involved in international cancer conferences to stay at the forefront of advancing techniques. He has a strong focus on minimally invasive surgery, recognising the importance of preserving self-image while maintaining treatment safety and effectiveness.