Meet Dr Cheung – Specialist Breast Surgeon

MBBS FRACS
University of Sydney

Dr. Deborah Cheung is a highly experienced breast surgeon with over 20 years of dedication to breast health. Her practice offers a comprehensive, patient-centered approach that includes breast cancer treatment, prevention, follow-up care, and aesthetic surgeries, such as breast reductions, lifts, implants, autologous tissue surgeries, and symmetry surgeries. Dr. Cheung is committed to not only ensuring optimal cancer treatment and survival but also helping patients regain confidence and balance after surgery.

Graduating from the University of Sydney in 1993 and obtaining her FRACS in 2001, Dr. Cheung has always been driven by a deep passion for improving patient care. Throughout her career, she has sought out opportunities to refine her skills and stay at the cutting edge of her field. She has trained and gained invaluable experience at leading medical institutions, including Harvard Medical School, UCLA, and renowned centers in London, Milan, and Sweden. This global exposure has equipped her with advanced techniques and insights, ensuring her patients receive the most effective, up-to-date treatments available.

Dr. Cheung takes a hands-on approach to her practice, offering personalized breast health checks with real-time ultrasound, so patients can have their concerns addressed immediately. She is one of the few surgeons accredited to perform breast ultrasound herself, providing real-time imaging that allows for clear, immediate discussions about diagnosis and treatment options. This method helps to expedite the diagnosis, reduce invasive procedures, and offer reassurance to patients.

Her practice stands out for its bespoke care. Dr. Cheung personally oversees every patient’s journey, coordinating care directly with her team of specialists to ensure a seamless and tailored treatment plan. This direct approach provides patients with accurate information and ensures that they receive the highest level of expertise at every stage of their care.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Cheung is involved in research that focuses on improving patient outcomes and enhancing the breast surgery experience. Her dedication to ongoing learning and innovation, along with her involvement in teaching and training the next generation of surgeons, ensures that her practice is always informed by the latest advances in the field. Her unit regularly presents their research at local, national and international conferences including at the prestigious San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium and Australasian College of Surgeons Annual Scientific Conferences.

Dr. Cheung leads the Breast Surgery Unit at Nepean Public Hospital, one of the most accessible hospitals in the public system, as recognized by the Cancer Institute of NSW. She also operates at Nepean Private Hospital and St Vincent’s Private Hospital, providing personalized, compassionate care in both public and private settings.

With her extensive experience, commitment to personalized care, and ongoing involvement in the latest research and surgical techniques, Dr. Cheung ensures that her patients receive the highest quality treatment and the best possible outcomes.