Physical Examination
During a physical exam, our female oncologist checks for lumps or abnormalities and discusses your medical history. This helps identify potential health issues early and ensures timely, personalised care.
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Singapore · Specialist radiation oncology
All-Women BreastRadiotherapy Team
Specialised breast radiotherapy care, minimal downtime — book a check-up with our team.
Message our nurses on WhatsApp and we will help you arrange a screening or consultation — usually within one working day.
We bring together precision and expertise to ensure the highest quality treatment.
And as women, we understand and pay attention to what matters most to you.
Our Breast Screening Services
Early detection gives peace of mind. Breast screening checks for changes in breast health even before symptoms develop. With advanced technology and a dedicated team of female specialists, we make the process safe, comfortable, and highly effective.
Mammogram
A mammogram uses low-dose X-rays to capture detailed breast images. It is one of the most effective tools for detecting tumours or calcifications early — often before symptoms appear — leading to better treatment outcomes.
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Ultrasound
Breast ultrasound provides real-time imaging with sound waves. It is painless, non-invasive, and especially helpful for dense breast tissue. Used alongside mammography, it improves accuracy by distinguishing solid masses from cysts.
Book An AppointmentOur Advanced Breast Radiation Programs
Our centre offers a comprehensive suite of solutions designed by our breast oncology experts to help patients undergo radiotherapy smoothly while minimising side effects.
Heart Sparing Breast Radiotherapy
During radiotherapy, the heart may be exposed to radiation, especially in left-sided breast cancers, increasing long-term heart risks. To protect it, we use the Active Breathing Coordinator™ (ABC) with Deep-Inspiratory Breath Hold (DIBH), which moves the heart away from the chest wall, and Oculus VR guidance, which lets patients track their breathing in real time for consistent, safe treatment.
Customised Radiotherapy Beam Shaper
After breast-conserving surgery, patients often require an additional radiation boost to the tumour site, but standard fields may expose healthy breast tissue. The lead plaques at AARO are customised in-house to cater to each patient's tumour site, precisely shaping the beam to target only the tumour bed while sparing surrounding tissue.
Organ-Sparing Radiotherapy Technique (VMAT)
When lymph nodes need to be treated, conventional radiotherapy can expose the heart and lungs to unnecessary radiation. With Volumetric Arc Therapy (VMAT), beams are delivered in arcs that tightly conform to the target area, reducing exposure to normal tissue while ensuring complete coverage and faster treatment.
Accelerated Partial Breast Radiotherapy (IMRT)
Whole breast radiotherapy can cause side effects such as swelling, skin changes, and long-term breast asymmetry. Using Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT), we focus only on the area where the tumour was, reducing side effects while maintaining excellent cancer control.
What to Expect During Breast Radiotherapy
Five stages, from your first planning scan to long-term follow-up.
Radiotherapy usually begins three to eight weeks after surgery, or about three to four weeks after chemotherapy has finished. It is typically done as an outpatient treatment once a day from Monday to Friday. Most patients complete a three- to five-week course, though shorter one- to two-week schedules are also available and have been proven equally effective.
Before starting, you will meet your care team who will guide you through every step of treatment. This includes your radiation oncologist, who plans your treatment and monitors progress; a radiation oncology nurse, who supports you with side effect management; a medical physicist, who ensures your plan is safe and accurate; and radiation therapists, who position you and deliver treatment each day. At our centre, this team is made up entirely of women to provide care that is both professional and sensitive.
Preparation begins with a simulation session. You will lie on a CT scanner with your arms above your head while a chest scan maps the treatment area. Tiny tattoo marks are placed on your skin to ensure precise positioning each time. These images are then used to create a personalised treatment plan, which is carefully reviewed and approved by your oncologist before treatment begins.
On treatment days, you will arrive at the suite and change into a gown before being positioned by the radiation therapists. Imaging such as X-rays may be taken to confirm your alignment. Once treatment begins, the therapists step outside the room but continue to monitor you via CCTV, staying in contact through an intercom. The radiotherapy itself lasts only five to ten minutes, and with setup each session usually takes between twenty and forty-five minutes. Treatment is painless, and you can return to your normal daily activities afterwards.
When your course is complete, your oncologist will schedule follow-up visits to check your recovery and manage any side effects. Long-term reviews will continue to monitor your health, watch for late effects, and detect any signs of recurrence.
Advanced Breast Radiotherapy
Harnessing the latest technology to deliver precise, personalised treatment with fewer side effects.
Quick Treatment Time
Completed in just 1–5 sessions across 2 weeks
Outpatient-Based
No hospital stay needed — treatment is done as a walk-in
Painless Treatment
No cuts, no needles, no hospital stay — just precise, non-invasive care.
All-Women Team
Expert oncologists, nurses, and therapists providing sensitive, professional support.
Dr Michelle Tseng Shu Fen
Consultant Radiation Oncologist
Dr Michelle is the first female radiation oncologist in private oncology practice, bringing a decade of clinical experience and sub-specialty expertise in breast, gynaecological, paediatric, and haematological cancers. Committed to advancing women's health, she sub-specialised in women's cancers to provide patients the option of care by a female specialist.
In an exclusive feature with Channel NewsAsia (CNA), Dr Michelle Tseng, who leads our All Women Cancer Care Team, shared her approach to treating patients. She emphasised her mission to prioritise the mental and emotional health of breast cancer patients alongside the clinical management and treatment of their disease.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Each treatment session takes about 10–15 minutes. This includes the time needed to move the patient into the correct position and to deliver treatment.
Radiotherapy is used in breast cancer treatment to kill any microscopic cancer cells that may be present after surgery. This helps to prevent the cancer from coming back.
There are some side effects such as skin changes, fatigue, and changes in texture of the breast tissue. These side effects are usually temporary and resolve after treatment ends. There may be long term changes to the breast tissue such as fibrosis (thickening and scarring of the tissue) or changes in breast size or shape.
When radiotherapy is recommended as part of the treatment plan for a breast cancer patient, it is usually done to help reduce the risk of the cancer coming back.
Not all breast cancers need radiotherapy. The need for radiotherapy depends on the type of surgery done as well as the stage of the cancer.
No, radiotherapy to the breast does not cause nausea.
Radiotherapy to the breast does not cause headaches.
Breast radiotherapy is not painful — patients do not feel anything during treatment.
Breast radiotherapy works by targeting high dose radiation to the breast tissue with the aim of killing microscopic cancer cells.
Patients can moisturise the skin area that will be targeted by the radiation. Ensure that the skin area is not exposed to strong sunlight for long periods. Maintain a healthy diet, stay well hydrated and ensure enough rest.
Radiation for breast cancer has short term and long term side effects. The most common short term side effects are tiredness, skin changes and breast discomfort.
Long term side effects are rare but can include lung irritation, cardiotoxicity, breast fibrosis, increased risk of rib fractures and second malignancy risk.
A small part of the lung will be included in the radiation treatment field and a small proportion of patients may experience radiation pneumonitis, which is inflammation of the lung caused by the radiation. This is a treatable condition with oral medication.
No, it does not affect the immune system. Radiotherapy is targeted at the breast tissue and will not cause any changes in immunity.
No, it does not.
After radiotherapy is completed, any side effects that the patient experienced during radiotherapy will gradually improve. Thereafter, patients will be monitored with regular follow-up appointments.
Azwiza's Journey: Teaching, Healing, and Hope
When Azwiza, a devoted teacher, was diagnosed with HER2-positive breast cancer, she chose Breast Conservation Therapy to fight the disease while preserving her sense of self. With early detection, advanced oncology care, and the unwavering support of her community, she turned a difficult diagnosis into a story of strength, recovery, and renewed purpose.
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Conveniently located in Singapore for easy access to care.
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