Hi @Chris51, I didn't have to have anything except surgery and hormone therapy. My surgeon is public although she also operates privately and my oncologist is through the public hospital. My follow up involved initially seeing the oncologist about one month after surgery when she put me onto tamoxifen and then I saw her three months later to check on the hormone therapy, then six months and then 12 months. After two years I was swapped to letrazole and again saw her after three months, then will see her at the 12 month mark unless something bad happens. My tests have only involved blood tests to check hormone levels and some advice regarding my eyes. My surgeon I have seen far more often to ensure that everything was going smoothly, plus I had a further surgery to even me up after a mastectomy with immediate implant. I think you should do what you want to do. My oncologist initially started off as a bit of a cold fish, but after two 1/2 years we have a laugh and she is far more human than she first appeared. You need to feel comfortable and at ease with your doctors and if you don't ask to be referred to someone else. Perhaps let others know what area you are in and they can advise who they find good. I hope you find someone you like, let us know how you get on. Xx
