Our clinicians
We use best practice and evidence-based approaches across all our programs to support safe, high-quality care.
Meet the multidisciplinary team at Westmead Breast Cancer Institute.
Clinical care
We provide specialist clinical care through the Breast Centre at Westmead Hospital. Our multidisciplinary team works together to support people with breast cancer, as well as people with non-cancerous breast conditions.
Breast screening services
BCI offers screening services for women in Western Sydney and the Nepean Blue Mountains area through the BreastScreen NSW Sydney West program, delivering both screening and assessment services. Clinics are located across Western Sydney and Nepean Blue Mountains to improve access to early detection.
Health Professionals in the region can also contact the BreastScreen NSW Sydney West Screening and Assessment Service directly on the following phone numbers:
- (02) 8890 7720 – For assistance with booking clients directly or requesting resources.
- (02) 8890 5494 or (02) 8890 6634 – For assistance with client results and other clinical enquiries.
- Clients do not need GP referral and they can book directly by calling 13 20 50.
- We provide interpreters to help with bookings. Call the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 13 14 50 and ask for BreastScreen NSW.
Information for Health professionals covering a range of topics can be viewed on the BreastScreen NSW wesbite including:
- Why women should have a breast screen
- Eligibility, risk and screening intervals
- Mammographic density
- Careers and professional development
BreastScreen NSW resources including fact sheets in other languages are available to view online. Free printed BreastScreen NSW resources such GP request pads, brochures, posters, and more are also available to order.
Order printed BreastScreen NSW resources
Research
Alongside screening and clinical services, we run a research program that supports ongoing improvement in breast cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
Our integrated approach helps ensure people receive the right care, at the right time, across every stage of their journey.
Find out more about our research program
Education
The Breast Cancer Institute education program is linked to the organisational goals of:
- promoting community awareness through breast cancer and breast screening education
- improving detection and treatment of breast cancer through ongoing education of health professionals.