What is Breast Cancer?
Breast cancer is a disease where abnormal cells in the breast grow uncontrollably. It’s the most common cancer in women in Australia and can also affect a small number of men. Treatment usually involves a multidisciplinary team to plan and deliver personalised care. Learn more: Breast Cancer

The Breast Cancer Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) is a group of healthcare professionals who collaborate to provide comprehensive care for individuals diagnosed with breast cancer.

The MDT is chaired by Associate Professor Rachel Dear, a medical oncologist. It is attended by surgical oncologists, plastic surgeons, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, palliative care physicians, pathologists, imaging specialists, cancer geneticists, nurses and social workers. Meetings are held weekly.