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AimBar's avatar
AimBar
Member
4 days ago

Monash Health or Peter Mac

Hi

I had gone private when first diagnosed with 1 lump and treatment would be lumpdectomy and radiation.

Then after an MRI, results showed multifocal in the other breast too. 

 The treatments, and surgery both sides, the out of pocket cost is so high. I would not be able to afford an immediate reconstruction or any private reconstruction. 

I am in Melbourne and would like to know anyone's experience with Monash and Peter Mac around having a double mastectomy and reconstruction please.

I have booked with my GP on Monday to organise an urgent referral.  Any experiences would be very helpful.  

Thanks everyone.

 

 

 

treatment decisions

2 Replies

  • Christina_BCNA's avatar
    Christina_BCNA
    Community Manager
    51 minutes ago

    Hi AimBar​ while we wait for others to share their experience at Monash Health or Peter Mac, I just wanted to share some information about breast cancer treatment through private or public systems, which you might find helpful below. There are also lots of threads on the Online Network about this previously which you can find through the magnifying glass icon on the top right. Please also feel free to call our Helpline on 1800 500 258 and one of the lovely ladies on the phones can offer some advice/options based on your situation :) 

    👉 Choosing public or private health systems for treatment

    👉 Breast reconstruction: public or private system?

    👉 The financial cost of breast cancer

    • AimBar's avatar
      AimBar
      Member
      25 minutes ago

      Thank you.  Fantastic resources.

      I have gone with Peter Mac at this stage.   Will see how long I wait for an appointment.

      I didn't know if it is common for people to be referred to more than one hospital.

      I am a bit lost on what is acceptable.