SINGAPORE — 15 September 2026 — Breast Friend Surgery & Wellness, led by founder and Director Dr Tan Yia Swam, has been conferred the prestigious Singapore SME 500 Award 2026. Announced by Dr Tan via her LinkedIn profile, the distinction highlights the clinic’s commitment to high operational standards, business excellence, and ethical, patient-first care. Organised and assessed by the Association of Trade and Commerce (ATC), the Singapore SME 500 Award evaluates small and medium enterprises across the nation for their commercial sustainability, growth capabilities, and quality governance.

Reflecting on the milestone, Dr Tan shared that transitioning into private practice in 2019 presented a steep learning curve in balancing medical leadership, service quality, and business integrity. “For me, this is not just recognition of business performance. It is affirmation that it is possible to build a healthcare practice that is both ethically grounded and commercially sustainable,” Dr Tan stated.

Dr Tan Yia Swam is a respected General Surgeon with a special interest in breast surgery, known for providing holistic, patient-centric breast care and compassionate, expert female healthcare services. Operating out of Breast Friend Surgery & Wellness—a centre for consultation, imaging, biopsies, and surgical intervention—Dr Tan and her dedicated all-female medical team specialise in comprehensive clinical areas, including breast lump assessments, breast cancer surgery, nipple discharge and rash/itch evaluation, breast pain management, as well as breastfeeding and lactation issues. This latest award further underscores the clinic’s dedication to delivering personalised, dignified, and accessible care for women across the region.

Dr Tan is a Preferred Doctor with 365Asia, a premier healthcare content platform dedicated to empowering consumers in Singapore and Asia to make informed health and wellness decisions.