Overview
Jinnie Bruce, MD, is committed to educating patients about options available for both general and weight loss surgeries. She strives to empower her patients with the confidence to make the choices best suited for their lifestyles and needs. Dr. Bruce holds membership in the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. She is a diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. Dr. Bruce uses robot-assisted technology to perform minimally-invasive surgery, which benefits patients through shorter hospital stays, less pain, and a lower risk of infection due to the nature of the procedure. She offers procedures including but not limited to lymph node excision, mastectomy, breast lesion excision, port-a-cath placement, robotic laparoscopy, gall bladder removal, tumor excision, and abscess removal. Dr. Bruce has been recognized as a Top Doc 2023, 2024, and 2025 by Austin Monthly Magazine. Winners are nominated by their peers as among the best in their region/nation in their medical specialty.
Dr. Bruce is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
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2600 E Pflugerville Pkwy, Bldg 1, Ste 200, Pflugerville, TX 78660
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jinnie A. Bruce
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jinnie A. Bruce?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jinnie A. Bruce by calling their office at 512-654-6500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jinnie A. Bruce a top-rated expert for Angiosarcoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jinnie A. Bruce is classified as an Advanced expert for Angiosarcoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Jinnie A. Bruce specialize in?
While Dr. Jinnie A. Bruce is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Breast Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Jinnie A. Bruce accept my insurance?
Dr. Jinnie A. Bruce accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 512-654-6500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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