Three AZATACA Surgeons Pioneer Preservé Breast Augmentation in Singapore

For decades, advancements in breast augmentation have centred on the implant itself. From ergonomic designs to surface technologies aimed at reducing complications, the underlying procedure has remained relatively unchanged since its introduction in the 1960s. While these developments remain important, they do not fundamentally alter the surgical experience. Enter Preservé — a revolutionary breast augmentation procedure that involves a minimally invasive technique and is able to be performed without the use of general anaesthesia. Developed by global medical technology company Establishment Labs, Preservé reconfigures how implants are placed, shifting the focus from structural alteration to tissue preservation.

Singapore as a Strategic Launch Point

The decision to introduce Preservé in Singapore is strategic as the city-state’s regulatory framework, concentration of specialist clinics and reputation for medical excellence make it a natural entry point for new surgical techniques in Asia. A select group of clinics has been certified to perform the procedure, with surgeons undergoing specialised training to ensure consistency in execution. Among them are practitioners with extensive experience in both reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, reflecting the level of expertise required to adopt the new methodology. AZATACA is among five clinics in Singapore that have been certified to offer Preservé. LUXUO dives deeper into AZATACA’s early adoption of the Preservé technique and the surgeons shaping the future of breast augmentation in Singapore.

A Trio of Specialists in Breast Surgery and Reconstruction

Among the early adopters are three Singapore-based plastic surgeons from Azataca. Patients who seek out AZATACA Plastic Surgery do so for a spectrum of needs that span both reconstructive and aesthetic disciplines — from medically necessary procedures to highly individualised enhancements. At the core of the practice is a team of Ministry of Health (MOH)-accredited plastic surgeons, each bringing extensive experience across Singapore’s leading medical institutions. Dr Christopher Chui, Dr Mohamed Zulfikar Rasheed and Dr Terence Goh — are part of the first cohort of doctors in Asia trained in the Preservé method. Collectively, they represent a combined experience of over two decades each in plastic and reconstructive surgery, with a strong focus on breast-related procedures.

Dr Christopher Chui: The Surgical Architect of Form and Function

With more than 24 years of experience, Dr Christopher Chui is a MOH-accredited consultant plastic surgeon whose practice bridges both reconstructive complexity and aesthetic finesse. A graduate of the University of Melbourne, he completed his advanced surgical training in Singapore, later becoming a Fellow of the Academy of Medicine (Plastic Surgery).

Dr Chui is particularly regarded for his work in microsurgical breast reconstruction, including techniques involving implants and autologous fat grafting, as well as breast augmentation, reduction and lifts. His scope extends to comprehensive body contouring procedures — from mummy makeovers and tummy tucks to liposuction and fat grafting — alongside facial plastic surgery, where he performs endoscopic facelifts, rhinoplasty and facial bone contouring.

His training spans multiple surgical disciplines, including general surgery, neurosurgery and ENT, an exposure that informs his methodical and anatomically precise approach. His expertise was further honed through a prestigious Health Manpower Development Plan (HMDP) fellowship in Germany, where he specialised in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, particularly in craniomaxillofacial trauma and advanced rhinoplasty.

Dr Mohamed Zulfikar Rasheed: The Precisionist of Natural Form

Dr Mohamed Zulfikar Rasheed brings a similarly comprehensive background, with expertise spanning reconstructive, aesthetic, craniofacial and burn surgery. A graduate of the National University of Singapore, he completed his specialist training locally, rotating through key institutions including Singapore General Hospital, KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital and the National University Hospital.

His clinical focus lies in breast reconstruction and aesthetic breast surgery, alongside body contouring procedures such as liposuction, fat grafting and abdominoplasty. Known for his patient-centric philosophy, Dr Rasheed approaches each case with the aim of achieving natural, proportionate outcomes that complement — rather than alter — an individual’s features.

He was awarded the gold medal as the top candidate in his plastic surgery cohort and later completed a Health Manpower Development Plan fellowship in Brussels under Professor Moustapha Hamdi, where he further honed his expertise in microsurgical breast reconstruction and advanced aesthetic techniques.

Dr Terence Goh: A Veteran in Surgical Artistry

With more than two decades in practice, Dr Terence Goh is among Singapore’s most established plastic surgeons. MOH-accredited and a past president of the Singapore Association of Plastic Surgeons, he is recognised for both his clinical leadership and surgical depth. Dr Goh’s expertise spans complex reconstructive work — including head and neck cancers, lower limb salvage and breast reconstruction — as well as aesthetic procedures such as breast augmentation, mummy makeovers, eyelid surgery and rhinoplasty. He is renowned for his meticulous attention to detail and an emphasis on achieving long-lasting results that appear natural.

Beyond private practice, he maintains an active academic