Julie M. Sprunt, M.D., FACS
Breast Surgery
About
Julie M. Sprunt, M.D., FACS, is board certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Sprunt and her partners at Texas Breast Specialists are one of only a few fellowship-trained breast surgical groups in Austin. She specializes in breast surgery and treats all breast conditions, from benign breast disease to malignant tumors. She completed a breast surgical oncology fellowship at the University of Southern California (USC) where she learned unique oncoplastic techniques to treat breast disease.
Surgery Locations
- Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
- St. David's Central Park Surgery Center
- St. David's Medical Center
- St. David's South Austin Medical Center
- The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School
Experience
Education
Fellowship in Breast Surgical Oncology
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
Residency
Dell Medical School, Austin, TX
Internship
Dell Medical School, Austin, TX
Medical Doctorate
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, TX
Bachelor of Arts
Plan II Honors, Austin, TX
Condition
Breast CancerAdvanced breast cancer treatments and supportive care—delivered close to home across Texas.
Condition
Benign Breast DiseaseCompassionate care for benign breast disease—advanced testing and treatments, close to home.
Condition
Metastatic Breast CancerPersonalized care to manage stage IV breast cancer—from symptoms and diagnosis to treatment.
Diagnosis
Breast Sonography and Ultrasound
Non-invasive imaging uses sound waves to evaluate breast tissue, detect abnormalities, and guide biopsies for accurate diagnosis.
Diagnosis
ImageGuided Breast Biopsy
Minimally invasive procedure using imaging to accurately sample breast tissue for diagnosis, avoiding the need for surgical biopsy.
Treatment
Abscess Drainage
A minor procedure to remove pus from an infected area, relieving pain and promoting healing of the affected tissue.
Treatment
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Surgical removal of lymph nodes in the armpit to check or treat cancer spread, often performed during breast cancer surgery.
Treatment
Cyst Aspiration
A minimally invasive procedure using a needle to drain fluid from a cyst, relieving discomfort and aiding diagnosis.
Treatment
Excision of Chest Wall Tumors
Surgical removal of abnormal growths from the chest wall to relieve symptoms, prevent spread, and improve lung or heart function.
Treatment
Excisional Breast Biopsy
A surgical procedure to remove abnormal breast tissue for diagnosis, often used to evaluate suspicious lumps or lesions.
Treatment
Hidden Scar Surgery
A minimally invasive breast surgery technique that removes tumors through small incisions, leaving little to no visible scarring.
Treatment
Partial Mastectomy
Surgical removal of part of the breast tissue, often used to treat early-stage breast cancer while preserving breast appearance.
Treatment
Mastectomy
Comprehensive care for breast cancer and benign breast diseases—advanced tests and treatments close to home.
Treatment
Nipple Duct Excision
Surgical removal of one or more milk ducts to diagnose or treat abnormal nipple discharge or suspected ductal disease.
Treatment
Nipple Sparing Mastectomy
A surgical procedure that removes breast tissue while preserving the nipple and skin for improved cosmetic results and reconstruction.
Treatment
Oncoplastic Tissue Rearrangement
Combines cancer surgery with plastic surgery techniques to preserve breast shape and appearance after tumor removal.
Treatment
Radical Excision of Metastatic Lesions
Surgical removal of cancerous tumors that have spread to other parts of the body to control disease and improve survival.
Treatment
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
A minimally invasive procedure to identify and remove the first lymph node(s) cancer is likely to spread to, aiding in cancer staging and treatment.
Treatment
Skin Biopsies
A skin biopsy involves removing a small skin sample for laboratory analysis to diagnose skin conditions or diseases.
Treatment
Quadrantectomy
Surgical removal of a breast quadrant, often used to treat early-stage breast cancer while preserving most breast tissue.
Treatment
Lymphovenous bypass
A minimally invasive procedure connecting lymphatic vessels to veins to improve lymphatic drainage and reduce lymphedema symptoms.
Locations