Fellow of the College of Surgeons of South Africa
Prof Carol-Ann Benn is a Fellow of the College of Surgeons of South Africa with a special interest in Breast Disease. Her capacity as Head of the Breast Unit of Helen Joseph Hospital proves her commitment to clinical excellence in this medical speciality. Prof Benn is recognised internationally as a leader in breast disease, thanks to her numerous published and presented contributions. As a lecturer in the Department of Surgery at the University of the Witwatersrand she also contributes towards the education of healthcare professionals.
By mobilizing foreign and private funding, Prof Benn has established the Breast Health Foundation, various breast health care forums and outreach programmes. Prof Benn has also paved the way for the improvement of women’s health care, contributed towards the uplifting of women in society and has opened channels for public awareness of breast health through representation on numerous Medical Boards and Health Care Committees.
Prof Benn established the Netcare Breast Care Centre of Excellence at the Milpark Hospital, Johannesburg, which co-ordinates national efforts for the specialised management of breast conditions to all women. This is the only internationally accredited unit in South Africa with N.APBC accreditation. In addition to her positions of responsibility, Prof Benn manages ongoing research and research output. Numerous awards testify to her esteemed position in the medical field and in South African society.
Fellow of the College of Surgeons of South Africa
Prof Carol-Ann Benn is a Fellow of the College of Surgeons of South Africa with a special interest in Breast Disease. Her capacity as Head of the Breast Unit of Helen Joseph Hospital proves her commitment to clinical excellence in this medical speciality. Prof Benn is recognised internationally as a leader in breast disease, thanks to her numerous published and presented contributions. As a lecturer in the Department of Surgery at the University of the Witwatersrand she also contributes towards the education of healthcare professionals.
By mobilizing foreign and private funding, Prof Benn has established the Breast Health Foundation, various breast health care forums and outreach programmes. Prof Benn has also paved the way for the improvement of women’s health care, contributed towards the uplifting of women in society and has opened channels for public awareness of breast health through representation on numerous Medical Boards and Health Care Committees.
Prof Benn established the Netcare Breast Care Centre of Excellence at the Milpark Hospital, Johannesburg, which co-ordinates national efforts for the specialised management of breast conditions to all women. This is the only internationally accredited unit in South Africa with N.APBC accreditation. In addition to her positions of responsibility, Prof Benn manages ongoing research and research output. Numerous awards testify to her esteemed position in the medical field and in South African society.