In celebration of International Women's Day, EO Melbourne organised a special luncheon at The Stables Como, featuring Dr Nicole Yap, a renowned Breast & Skin Oncoplastic Surgeon. The event was exclusively held for women leaders and guests, where Dr Yap talked about breast cancer, including detection methods and available treatments.
Breast cancer affects one in seven women and is the leading cause of cancer death among females, with 23% of diagnosed women under 50 years of age. Dr Yap emphasised the importance of early detection and seeking medical advice when experiencing symptoms. She believes that there is still significant work to be done to raise awareness and advocate for women's breast health, especially for those under 50.
Dr Yap shared heartwarming stories of attendees who had lost loved ones to breast cancer, and she encouraged all attendees to take a proactive approach to their breast health. The event participants received a complimentary Genetic Testing kit, donated by Genetic Technologies, and enjoyed the opportunity to win raffle prizes valued at over $3,000, with donations going to the charity founded by Dr Yap, the Australian Breast Care Centre.
The Australian Breast Care Centre aims to increase awareness of breast symptoms for early detection, improve access to MRI and genetic testing, and enhance aesthetic outcomes in breast cancer surgery for positive mental health, particularly for those under 50.
During the event, generous donors contributed gifts and raffle prizes, including an ABCC gift certificate to redeem a genetic breast test and consult with Dr Nicole Yap valued at $699, a Metabolism Reset Prize from Be Fit Food, a print from Gussydup, a 700-ml Perth Pink Sin Gin from Leach Legal, a gift from Powerhouse Wellness, and a gift pack and a car-for-the-weekend voucher from EO Melbourne’s Strategic Alliance Partner, Mercedes-Benz Berwick.
Dr Yap is a specialist breast surgeon with expertise in oncoplastic surgery and the founder of the not-for-profit Australian Breast Care Centre. She is the director of Breast Institute Australia and has several practices across Melbourne. Dr Yap is one of the few practitioners who specialise in the dual practice of tumour removal and mastectomy with breast reconstruction.