Patsy Siok Hwa Soon

Dr. Patsy Siok Hwa Soon is a clinical academic breast surgeon and postdoctoral breast cancer researcher affiliated with the University of New South Wales and Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research. She operates at Bankstown Hospital, where she also teaches medical students and surgical registrars.

• PhD in molecular biology (genetics of adrenocortical cancer)
• FRACS (2003) with post-fellowship training at St George Hospital (Sydney) and Edinburgh Breast Unit

Research Focus: MicroRNA profiling of cancer-associated fibroblasts in triple-negative breast cancers, understanding patient choices for breast reconstruction among culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) populations, and development of breast reconstruction decision aids for Vietnamese and Arabic patients.

Expertise: Combines clinical practice with molecular oncology research, emphasizing equity in cancer care. Collaborates with medical institutions in Australia and Scotland.

Grants & Partnerships: Engaged in translational research projects at Ingham Institute, focusing on patient-centered outcomes and health disparities.

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research and operates in a clinical-academic environment bridging UNSW and Bankstown Hospital.