What does a breast surgeon do?

A breast surgeon is typically a general surgeon who subspecialises in diseases of the breast. They assess breast lumps and pain, perform biopsies, and carry out surgery for both benign conditions and breast cancer, including breast-conserving surgery, mastectomy and oncoplastic procedures.

When should I see a breast specialist instead of a GP?

See a breast specialist if you notice a new lump, skin or nipple changes, nipple discharge, or persistent breast pain, or if a screening mammogram or ultrasound shows an abnormality that needs further assessment. A GP can also refer you to a specialist for these concerns.

Are breast surgeons in Singapore properly accredited?

Reputable breast surgeons are licensed by the Ministry of Health (MOH) and listed on the SMC Specialist Register, usually under General Surgery with a subspecialty interest in breast surgery. You can verify a doctor's registration on the SMC's public register.

What happens at a first breast clinic consultation?

The surgeon will take your history and examine your breasts, and may arrange imaging such as a mammogram or ultrasound on the same visit. If a lump needs further evaluation, a needle or vacuum-assisted biopsy may be performed to obtain a tissue diagnosis before any treatment is recommended.

Do I need a referral to see a private breast surgeon in Singapore?

A referral is not strictly required to see a private breast surgeon, though a GP or polyclinic referral can be helpful and may be needed for certain insurance or subsidised pathways. You can usually book directly with a private breast clinic for a consultation.

Best Breast Clinics & Surgeons in Singapore (2026 Guide)

Choosing a breast specialist in Singapore usually starts with a clear concern: a new breast lump, an abnormal mammogram or screening result, or a confirmed cancer diagnosis that needs surgery. Most breast surgeons here are general surgeons who have subspecialised in breast disease and are listed on the Singapore Medical Council (SMC) Specialist Register. Look for a surgeon experienced in the specific procedure you need, from ultrasound-guided biopsy and benign lump excision to breast-conserving surgery, mastectomy and oncoplastic reconstruction.

How we chose

This is an editorial shortlist, not paid placement. We prioritise providers licensed by Singapore’s Ministry of Health (MOH), with doctors on the Singapore Medical Council register (and the Specialist Register where relevant), relevant experience and transparency about who treats you. We don’t publish a clinic’s rating or price unless we can verify it from a reliable source.

At a glance

Clinic	Lead / doctors	Known for	Area
Solis Breast Care & Surgery Centre	Team	breast screening, biopsies, cancer surgery	Orchard (Paragon)
Esther Chuwa BreastCare Practice	Dr Esther Chuwa	breast lumps, oncoplastic cancer surgery	Orchard (Gleneagles)
Breast Friend Surgery & Wellness	Dr Tan Yia Swam	breast lumps, biopsies, cancer surgery	Thomson (Mount Alvernia)
MammoCare – The Breast Clinic and Surgery	Dr Mona Tan	breast conservation surgery, breast cancer	Novena (Mount Elizabeth Novena)
FeM Surgery	Dr Felicia Tan Li Sher	breast lumps, biopsies, cancer surgery	Novena (Mount Elizabeth Novena)
Dr Melanie Seah Breast Specialist	Dr Melanie Seah	breast lumps, cancer oncoplastic surgery	Farrer Park
The Breast Clinic	Dr Anthony Tang	breast conservation, oncoplastic reconstruction	Orchard (Paragon)
SingHealth Duke-NUS Breast Centre	Team	breast screening, diagnosis, cancer surgery	Outram (SGH Campus)

The clinics, in detail

1. Solis Breast Care & Surgery Centre

Solis is a private integrated breast care centre offering screening, diagnosis and surgery for benign and malignant breast conditions, with a day-surgery theatre that allows many breast operations to be completed on the same day. It has additional clinics at Mount Elizabeth and Royal Square at Novena. Official site. Source. Registered entity: SINGAPORE BREAST SURGERY CENTER PTE. LTD. (UEN 202008957K).

2. Esther Chuwa BreastCare Practice

Dr Esther Chuwa is a breast surgeon at Gleneagles whose interests include oncoplastic breast cancer surgery, minimally invasive breast biopsy, and localisation and excision of non-palpable breast tumours. She is a member of several international breast surgery societies. Official site. Source. Registered entity: ESTHER CHUWA BREASTCARE PTE. LTD. (UEN 201317602R).

3. Breast Friend Surgery & Wellness

Directed by Dr Tan Yia Swam, Breast Friend Surgery & Wellness is a one-stop breast centre for consultation, imaging, biopsies and surgery. Services include minimally invasive and ultrasound-guided procedures, breast-conserving surgery and nipple- or skin-sparing mastectomy. Official site. Source.

4. MammoCare – The Breast Clinic and Surgery

Founded in 2003, MammoCare is a practice dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of breast disease, led by Dr Mona Tan, who advocates breast conservation treatment (lumpectomy) and oncoplastic techniques. Dr Tan is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and the American College of Surgeons. Official site. Source.

5. FeM Surgery

FeM Surgery is a female-led surgical group practice with a dedicated breast centre, offering breast conservation surgery (lumpectomy), nipple- and skin-sparing mastectomy with immediate reconstruction, vacuum-assisted biopsies and endoscopic breast surgery. Dr Felicia Tan pioneered the ROLL procedure in Singapore for non-palpable lesions. Official site. Source. Registered entity: FEM SURGERY PTE. LTD. (UEN 201225325M).

6. Dr Melanie Seah Breast Specialist

Dr Melanie Seah is a general surgeon focusing on the management of breast diseases, both benign conditions and breast cancer, with a special interest in breast cancer oncoplastic surgery. She consults at Farrer Park Hospital and Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital. Official site. Source.

7. The Breast Clinic

The Breast Clinic is helmed by Dr Anthony Tang, a breast cancer surgeon whose clinical interests include breast conservation surgery, oncoplastic breast reconstruction and sentinel node biopsy. The clinic also manages benign breast conditions. Official site. Source.

8. SingHealth Duke-NUS Breast Centre

The SingHealth Duke-NUS Breast Centre is a large multidisciplinary academic breast service on the SGH campus, handling tens of thousands of outpatient visits each year and managing more than a thousand breast cancer patients annually across screening, diagnosis and surgery. Senior breast surgeons here include Associate Professor Benita Tan. Official site. Source.

Listings are an independent editorial selection. Always confirm a provider’s MOH licensing, the treating doctor’s SMC registration and current fees directly with the clinic. This guide is general information, not medical advice.

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