Meducation by Dr Teoh Mei Shi
Radiotherapy Options for Treating Breast Cancer
Have you heard of the newer method of radiotherapy called IORT for treating some breast cancers? Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr Teoh Mei Shi helps us understand the two radiotherapy options and the differences between them.
Chemotherapy first or surgery first? Is every breast cancer patient treated the same? Clinical Oncologist Dr Mastura Md Yusof & Breast Surgeon Dr Teoh Mei Shi outline more treatment options available for breast cancer patients, and answer the most commonly asked questions about them!
Do not miss this very practical demonstration by Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr Teoh Mei Shi on how to check your own breasts. Understand why breast self-examination is so important for every woman!
Does soya intake increase your risk of getting breast cancer? Are skin changes in your nipples or skin a cause for concern? Does a lump in the breast indicate cancer? What are the differences between a mammogram and a breast ultrasound?
Find out what breast pain could indicate and if you should see a doctor. Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr Teoh Mei Shi outlines breast symptom complaints she often sees in her clinical work.
3 types? 4 types? How many breast cancer subtypes are there? What do you do if you feel a breast lump? What are the benefits of doing gene testing? How does one cope with a cancer diagnosis?
Should you do a Mammogram or Ultrasound for screening your breasts? Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr Teoh Mei Shi explains what both methods achieve so you can decide which is best for you!
How should a breast lump be biopsied to determine if it's cancer? Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr Teoh Mei Shi explains why the use of core needle biopsy is preferred in most cases.
Does breast cancer surgery always mean removing the entire breast? Is this the only option? What are the differences between a mastectomy and a lumpectomy? How can one manage pain and tightness post-surgery? Will breast surgery affect one's ability to breastfeed?
There are different surgical treatments for breast cancer. Surgery to conserve the breast vs removing the entire breast? How about the different breast reconstruction options? Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr Teoh Mei Shi helpfully explains them all in this video.
Chemotherapy first or surgery first? Is every breast cancer patient treated the same? What are targeted therapy and immunotherapy and how are they effective? Can treatment side effects be managed?
Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr Teoh Mei Shi gives a useful overview of the different treatments for breast cancer in this video. She explains the different instances where chemotherapy, radiotherapy, surgery and targeted therapies are applied.
What is mastectomy? Is recovery painful? Can you still wear bras normally? Would you consider wearing breast prostheses? If you love exercises like swimming, what can you do?
From post-mastectomy stretches to types of prostheses, Dr Teoh Mei Shi answers all these questions and more!
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Dr Doris Chow Sze Ying, Dr Kiley Loh Wei-Jen, Dr Mastura Md Yusof [PKL], Dr Ng Char Hong [SJMC], Dr Nur Fadhlina Binti Abdul Satar (Nina), Dr Saladina Jaszle Bt Jasmin, Dr Teoh Mei Shi
Is it possible to prevent a relapse from happening? What are the symptoms of a cancer relapse? Can breast cancer survivors donate blood? What is appropriate surveillance after finishing treatment? In this video, clinical oncologists and breast surgeons answer common worries breast cancer survivors have after completing treatment.
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Healthcare Practitioner's Bio
Dr Teoh Mei Shi is a Breast Oncoplastic and Endocrine Surgeon.
She specialises in Breast and Endocrine Surgery, sub-specialising in Breast Oncoplastic as well as Endocrine Surgery. Her surgical practice centres around the breast, thyroid and parathyroid.
Dr Teoh graduated with MBBS from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Karnatak University, India in 1997. Her specialist training includes breast oncoplastic surgery in Malaysia as well as a fellowship in breast oncoplastic and reconstructive surgery at the Marien Hospital in Dusseldorf, Germany.
Dr Teoh was a recipient of Malaysia's Ministry of Health’s Excellent Service Award in 1998 and 2004.
Passionate about improving breast cancer awareness, Dr Teoh created www.penangbreastcare.com to educate the public on all things breast cancer related. She is also an advocate of cancer support group activities and in collaboration with others, went on to form ‘Pink Penang Breast Cancer Support Group’ in 2009.
Dr Teoh has a keen interest in helping women embrace ‘mindfulness’ and a healthy lifestyle. She volunteers with many charitable organisations and is actively involved with community work.
For leisure, Dr Teoh enjoys yoga, cycling and hiking.
She specialises in Breast and Endocrine Surgery, sub-specialising in Breast Oncoplastic as well as Endocrine Surgery. Her surgical practice centres around the breast, thyroid and parathyroid.
Dr Teoh graduated with MBBS from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Karnatak University, India in 1997. Her specialist training includes breast oncoplastic surgery in Malaysia as well as a fellowship in breast oncoplastic and reconstructive surgery at the Marien Hospital in Dusseldorf, Germany.
Dr Teoh was a recipient of Malaysia's Ministry of Health’s Excellent Service Award in 1998 and 2004.
Passionate about improving breast cancer awareness, Dr Teoh created www.penangbreastcare.com to educate the public on all things breast cancer related. She is also an advocate of cancer support group activities and in collaboration with others, went on to form ‘Pink Penang Breast Cancer Support Group’ in 2009.
Dr Teoh has a keen interest in helping women embrace ‘mindfulness’ and a healthy lifestyle. She volunteers with many charitable organisations and is actively involved with community work.
For leisure, Dr Teoh enjoys yoga, cycling and hiking.
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