About Sara Bruce, MD
Dr. Bruce joined Inova after the completion of her breast surgical oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. Previously, she trained in general surgery at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Bruce currently serves as the medical director of the Inova Breast Cancer Program at Inova Alexandria Hospital. Originally from Maryland, she is happy to have settled in the DC/Northern Virginia area.
Throughout her life, Dr. Bruce has always been involved in a multitude of art projects. She feels lucky to have a career that allows her to combine the fine motor skills of her artistic side with her interest in biologic science. In her spare time, Dr. Bruce enjoys spending time with her husband, two sons and dog, and tries to make time for painting, drawing and other artistic projects.
Awards/Associations/Appointments
- Top Doctors, Washingtonian, 2020, 2022
Research and Publications
View list of publications from Dr. Bruce's research
Blog Posts
Getting the Best Breast Care (October 2018)
Media Appearances
Click below to listen to Dr. Sara Bruce’s WTOP interview on bilateral mastectomy:
Background
Medical Education
Tufts University School of Medicine 2004Internships
Training Specialty: General Surgery
7/1/2004 - 6/30/2005
Residency
Training Specialty: General Surgery
7/1/2005 - 6/30/2009
Fellowships
Training Specialty: Breast Surgical Oncology
7/1/2009 - 6/30/2010
Patient Reviews
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