For Referrers
Specialist Breast Assessment Clinic
Canberra Breast provides specialist breast ultrasound, biopsy and breast imaging assessment — working in collaboration with referring GPs, surgeons and imaging providers.
Location
Unit 13, 5 Dann Close, Garran ACT
Referral enquiries
referrals@canberrabreast.comServices we offer
Specialist breast ultrasound
Performed and interpreted by a subspecialist breast radiologist.
Ultrasound-guided biopsy
Core biopsy with clip insertion available. Biopsy can often be performed at the same visit as ultrasound.
Clip insertion
Marker placement to identify a biopsy site or tumour location for future surgical planning.
Review of outside imaging
Review and reporting of mammograms and breast imaging performed elsewhere.
Second opinions
Subspecialist review of complex or discordant findings.
Specialist breast imaging assessment
Radiologist-led consultation including discussion of findings and care coordination.
We do not offer mammography. For patients requiring a mammogram, we collaborate with external imaging providers — see referral pathways below.
Referral pathways
Choose the pathway that suits your patient's clinical needs.
Referral for
Ultrasound ± biopsy
- 1
Refer directly to Canberra Breast
- 2
Patient contacts us to book an appointment
- 3
Radiologist performs ultrasound and discusses findings with the patient
- 4
If biopsy is required, this is often performed at the same visit
- 5
Report returned to you by email and forwarded to your PMS
Referral for
Mammogram + ultrasound ± biopsy
- 1
Patient books their mammogram at any imaging provider of their choice
- 2
Patient contacts Canberra Breast to book their ultrasound appointment
- 3
We access the mammogram images — the patient does not need to collect or bring them
- 4
Radiologist reviews all imaging with the patient on the day
- 5
Report returned to you by email and forwarded to your PMS
How to refer
We accept referrals written on any imaging provider referral form. Please include the relevant clinical history and indication, and note any prior imaging and where it was performed.
Email referrals to
referrals@canberrabreast.comWhat you receive
Structured BI-RADS reports
Standardised categorisation with clear management recommendations for every study.
Clinical correlation
Findings correlated with history, prior imaging, and pathology where available.
Direct delivery
Reports emailed directly to you and forwarded to your selected practice management system.
Direct communication
We contact you directly for urgent or complex findings — no waiting for the report.
Fees & Billing
Imaging is bulk billed. A specialist assessment fee applies to all appointments.
Specialist Breast Assessment Consultation
$100
Specialist Procedural Consultation & Care Coordination Fee (if biopsy required)
$250
Full details on fees and what the consultation covers are available on our For Patients page.
When to consider referring
- Breast symptoms requiring ultrasound assessment — lump, asymmetry, nipple discharge, pain
- Patients requiring biopsy or clip insertion
- Complex or discordant imaging findings
- Review of mammograms performed elsewhere
- Diagnostic uncertainty — second opinion or correlation review
Your team
Dr Chaturica Athukorala
Lead Radiologist
Subspecialist breast radiologist with extensive experience across BreastScreen, public hospital breast services, and private practice. Available for direct case discussion.
Melissa Ferguson
Chief Radiographer
Experienced breast sonographer with a background spanning BreastScreen and private breast imaging. Dedicated to delivering thorough, patient-centred care.