About Dr. April Spencer: A Visionary in Breast Health
Dr. April L. Spencer is more than a board-certified surgeon; she is a passionate advocate and a leading expert in breast health. With a career defined by a commitment to comprehensive, compassionate care, Dr. Spencer brings a unique blend of surgical excellence, advanced training, and patient-centered philosophy to her practice.
Education and Advanced Training
A native of Chicago and raised in Atlanta, Dr. Spencer’s journey in medicine began with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Norfolk State University. She then returned to her roots to earn her Doctor of Medicine from the prestigious Morehouse School of Medicine.
After graduating, she completed a rigorous general surgery residency at Grady Memorial Hospital, one of the busiest Level I trauma centers in the Southeast. This intensive experience provided her with a robust foundation in surgical practice and patient care. Following her residency, Dr. Spencer was awarded the highly competitive Susan G. Komen-sponsored Breast Fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas.
At the top-ranked cancer center in the nation, she was exposed to a wealth of advanced techniques in breast surgical oncology, including oncoplastics and cutting-edge cancer research. This fellowship solidified her expertise in a truly multidisciplinary model of care. The approach, which she champions to this day, integrates primary care, medical oncology, radiation oncology, plastic surgery, and pathology to create a single, cohesive, and patient-centered plan: “One patient, One place, One plan!”
A Passion for Advocacy and Community
Dr. Spencer’s commitment extends far beyond the operating room. While at MD Anderson, she further developed her passion for promoting breast cancer awareness through community outreach, advocacy, and education, a key component of her Susan G. Komen fellowship. Her philosophy is simple and powerful: provide breast care with “Dignity and Detail.”
Today, she offers 100% breast services to women, men, and adolescents. Her peers have recognized her exceptional work, awarding her the ASCO National Diversity in Oncology Award in 2009 and naming her a Castle Connolly Top Doctor in 2024. She is a respected member of multiple professional organizations, including the American Society of Breast Surgeons and the Society of Surgical Oncology.
Dr. Spencer is also a highly sought-after speaker, author, and consultant on topics of breast cancer and breast health. Her influence extends into media as the co-host of UrbanMD TV on FoxSoul and as the author of her book, Treat it, Beat it & Move on!. She also serves on several boards, including the Susan G. Komen Greater Atlanta Affiliate.
Dr. April Spencer’s dedication to her patients and her community makes her a true leader in her field.
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