First Visit Guide
Your First Visit
We understand that attending your first appointment can sometimes feel overwhelming, particularly when you are experiencing symptoms, awaiting results, or navigating a new diagnosis. Our goal is to provide a welcoming, supportive, and professional environment where you feel informed, comfortable, and confident throughout your consultation experience.
Your first visit is an opportunity to discuss your concerns in detail, review any relevant imaging or pathology, and develop a personalised plan for investigation, treatment, or ongoing care.
Preparing for Your Appointment
To help ensure your consultation is as comprehensive and efficient as possible, we encourage patients to bring:
- referral letter
- imaging reports and scans
- pathology or biopsy results
- current medication list
- relevant medical history
- details of previous breast or surgical procedures
If you have already completed imaging or investigations elsewhere, bringing copies of your scans and reports can assist with timely review and treatment planning.
What to Expect During Your Consultation
During your appointment, A/Prof Farid Meybodi will take the time to:
- discuss your symptoms and concerns
- review your medical and family history
- examine imaging and pathology results
- perform a clinical examination where appropriate
- explain findings and possible diagnoses
- discuss treatment options and next steps
Every patient’s situation is unique, and recommendations are tailored to your individual needs, preferences, and overall health goals.
We encourage patients to ask questions and take an active role in understanding their diagnosis and treatment options.
Additional Investigations
Depending on your symptoms or existing results, further investigations may sometimes be recommended. These may include:
- mammography
- breast ultrasound
- breast MRI
- biopsy procedures
- blood tests or additional imaging
Our team works closely with experienced breast imaging providers, radiologists, pathologists, and multidisciplinary specialists to help coordinate streamlined and evidence-based care.
If Surgery Is Recommended
If surgery forms part of your treatment plan, detailed information will be provided regarding:
- the recommended procedure
- surgical preparation
- hospital admission
- recovery expectations
- follow-up care
A/Prof Farid Meybodi has a strong interest in modern oncoplastic and reconstructive breast surgery, with treatment plans tailored to both cancer safety and long-term aesthetic outcomes where appropriate.
Multidisciplinary & Personalised Care
Modern breast and endocrine care often involves collaboration between multiple healthcare professionals. Associate Professor Farid Meybodi works closely with:
- breast radiologists
- pathologists
- endocrinologists
- medical oncologists
- radiation oncologists
- breast physicians
- breast care nursesallied health teams
- allied health teams
This multidisciplinary approach helps ensure patients receive comprehensive, coordinated, and personalised care throughout every stage of diagnosis, treatment, surgery, and recovery.
Supporting You Throughout Your Journey
We understand that every patient’s journey is personal. Whether you are attending for reassurance, investigation of symptoms, breast cancer treatment, endocrine surgery, or reconstructive care, our team is committed to providing compassionate support and clear communication every step of the way.
Our goal is to help patients feel informed, supported, and confident in their care from the very first consultation onward.
