Texas Breast Specialists

You deserve higher standards. We give you the best in breast imaging and diagnostics, surgical therapy and breast cancer treatment services — for greater hope. On this site, you can explore our locations, physicians and procedures, and request an appointment.

Announcements

Austin Doctor Speaks On Importance Of Mammograms During Breast Cancer Awareness Month

According to the CDC, each year about 270,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer. To raise awareness on why it’s important to get screened, Julie M. Sprunt, M.D., FACS, Texas Breast Specialists-Austin Midtown, Bastrop, joined KTBC-TV’s (FOX, Austin) “HealthBeat” to discuss. Within this segment, Dr. Sprunt also spoke to the FDA’s new requirement of mammography reports notifying patients about their breast density and why this matters.

Breast Cancer Awareness month shines a light on the importance of testing

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and many may be considering genetic testing for breast cancer. Jennifer Hecht, breast surgeon at Texas Breast Specialists–Fort Worth Cancer Center, explains that knowing your family history and personal risk can help your care team determine if genetic testing is appropriate.

Mother Diagnosed With Stage 3 Breast Cancer, Urges Others to Complete Screening

Casey Matthews, a 34-year-old wife and mother of four who was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer on April 25, 2023, urges young women to notice the signs and symptoms of breast cancer and to act quickly if there are abnormalities. Her physician, Anne Doughtie, M.D., surgical oncologist at Texas Oncology Surgical Specialists–Amarillo, further emphasizes the importance of regular self-examinations, genetic testing, and healthy lifestyle choices to reduce breast cancer risk.

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