Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Austin

Cosmetic and plastic surgery

Our cosmetic and plastic surgeons provide nonsurgical and surgical procedures to reshape normal structures of the body to improve appearance (reconstruction improves function) based on your unique needs and circumstances, including:

• Body contouring surgery
• Breast augmentation (including breast implants)
• Breast lift (mastopexy)
• Buttock augmentation
• Ear setback surgery (otoplasty)
• Eyelid lift (blepharoplasty)
• Facelift (rhytidectomy)
• Fat removal (liposuction)
• Laser procedures (e.g. for removal of age spots, tattoos, unwanted hair)
• Nose services (rhinoplasty)
• Reconstructive procedures on parts of body caused by congenital defects, development abnormalities, trauma, tumors, or disease / infection
• Skin pigmentation treatment
• Spider vein treatment 
• Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)

Ear, nose and throat

Our otolaryngologists or ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialists diagnose, manage, and treat a variety of conditions affecting parts and soft tissues of the head and neck, including:

• Acute and chronic infections of the external middle and inner ear 
• Allergies
• Balancing disorders 
• Benign and malignant tumors of the temporal bone ear canal and auricle 
• Cholesteatoma
• Cold
• Deafness
• Influenza
• Nasal polyps
• Nasal septum issues
• Otosclerosis
• Sleep apnea
• Snoring
• Stenosis of the ear canal
• Tumors of the temporal bone and base of the skull
• Vertigo/dysequilibrium

Emergency care

Our emergency care services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and treat major emergency conditions, including:

• Allergic reaction (hives, swelling)
• Animal, snake, or human bites 
• Broken bones 
• Blue or purple color to lips, skin, or nail beds 
• Chest or stomach pain or pressure 
• Coughing up blood
• Difficulty breathing 
• Fainting
• Heart attack
• Puncture wounds 
• Seizure
• Severe bleeding or bleeding that does not stop with direct pressure
• Severe burns or burns on the face 
• Severe pain or loss of motion or sensation anywhere in the body
• Shortness of breath
• Stroke
• Sudden dizziness, weakness, or change in vision
• Trauma
• Trouble breathing, swallowing or wheezing 

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately or go to the nearest emergency room (please do not drive yourself).

Foot care

Our podiatrists and foot care specialists diagnose, evaluate and innovatively treat a wide range of conditions that affect the foot, toes, and toenails, including:

• Ankle sprains
• Athlete's foot
• Bunions
• Flat feet
• Fractures
• Hammertoes
• Heel pain
• Infections
• Ingrown nails
• Neuromas
• Tendon injuries and ruptures
• Wounds 

Gastroenterology

Our gastroenterologists and digestive disease specialists diagnose, innovatively treat through diagnostic and therapeutic services and technologies, and manage a variety of digestive conditions and diseases, including:

• Acid reflux
• Barrett's esophagus
• Cirrhosis
• Colon cancer
• Crohn's Disease
• Diverticulitis
• Esophageal cancer
• Gallstones
• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
• Hepatitis
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
• Hepatitis
• Pancreatitis
• Swallowing disorders
• Ulcerative colitis
• Ulcers 

Heart & Vascular Institute

Our team of cardiologists, surgeons, interventional radiologists on the medical staff and healthcare professionals works together to provide you quality care for a range of heart and vascular conditions.

We offer a comprehensive program that includes heart disease prevention, advanced diagnosis and treatment options and continued care and support for patients living with heart and vascular conditions.

Our services include:

• Cardiac rehabilitation
• Cardiology
• Electrophysiology
• Heart failure
• Vascular care

Imaging and radiology

Advanced imaging technology provides clearer pictures for radiologists and other specialty physicians on the medical staff to provide a more accurate diagnosis that leads to a customized treatment plan, if needed, to start the healing process.

Services may* include:

• Arthrography
• Bone density measurement
• Breast imaging
• CT scan (including low-dose lung cancer CT screening)
• Interventional radiology
• MRI
• Myelogram
• Nuclear medicine (Nuclear PET scan, radiofrequency ablation, I-131 therapy for hyperthyroidism and thyroid cancer)
• Radioimmunotherapy
• Ultrasound
• Virtual colonoscopy
• X-ray and fluoroscopy

* Please call this location for particular outpatient services. Typically, your doctor’s office will refer you to us if we have the imaging service you need.

Mammogram and breast imaging

Our imaging centers provide potentially life-saving 2D and 3D mammograms and clinical breast exams to screen for breast cancer and other conditions that impact women and refer to specialty treatments and services, including:

• Breast calcifications
• Breast cysts
• Breast lumps
• Breast nipple discharge
• Breast pain
• Dense breasts

NeuroHealth Institute

Our neurologists, neuroradiologists and neurosurgeons study, diagnose, and innovatively treat through advanced technologies to improve quality of life most brain and spine conditions, disorders and injuries, including:

• Alzheimer's Disease
• Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS)
• Brain aneurysm
• Brain and spine tumors
• Concussion
• Dementia
• Epilepsy
• Essential tremors
• Headache treatment
• Hydrocephalus
• Movement disorders
• Multiple sclerosis
• Neuromuscular disorders
• Parkinson's Disease
• Pituitary tumors
• Stroke care
• Skull base tumors
• Traumatic brain injury

Orthopedics

Start finding relief for musculoskeletal disease. We are pleased to offer the community general orthopedic care for all types of bone, joint and muscle conditions, along with a special focus on sports medicine and conditions affecting the joints and hands.

Our quality care includes (but is not limited to):

• Broken bones, dislocations and separations
• Damaged/torn cartilage, meniscus and tendons
• Knee, hip and shoulder scopes
• Joint/ligament reconstruction
• Hand (including wrist and carpal tunnel care)
• Total joint care

Primary care

Our primary care teams offer a full range of medical care for the entire family from baby to golden years. We can help keep you and your loved ones well or help you recover from illness or injury. Services our primary care clinics and physician offices offer include, but are not limited to: 

• Chronic disease management and medication management 
• Diagnostic testing and lab services 
• Immunizations and vaccinations 
• Pediatric care 
• Physicals, including sports physicals 
• Preventative health 
• Treatment for illnesses and minor injuries 
• Women’s health 

Our PCP teams are connected to all the BSWH virtual care options (from e-Visits to video visits) and BSWH specialists so that your complete health history is factored in at every touchpoint.

Read more about primary care

Rheumatology

Our rheumatologists study, diagnose, and innovatively treat arthritis and other joint, muscle and bone diseases, including:

• Arthralgias and myalgias
• Connective tissue disorders
• Fibromyalgia
• Gout
• Lupus
• Osteoarthritis
• Polymyalgia rheumatic
• Polymyositis
• Psoriatic arthritis
• Rheumatoid arthritis (including juvenile rheumatoid arthritis)
• Sarcoid
• Scleroderma/CREST syndrome
• Sjogren's syndrome
• Tendonitis
• Vasculitis

Surgical services

Our surgeons offer pioneering innovations and advanced surgical offerings and services backed by research-based enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) to support patient outcomes, including: 

• Cardiothoracic surgery
• Colon and rectal surgery
• Dentistry/oral and maxillofacial surgery
• General surgery
• Gynecological surgery
• Head and neck surgery
• Neurosurgery
• Ophthalmic surgery
• Orthopedic surgery
• Pediatric surgery
• Plastic surgery
• Podiatric medicine and surgery
• Robotic surgery
• Surgical oncology 
• Transplant surgery
• Urologic surgery
• Vascular surgery
• Weight-loss surgery

Women's health

We offer quality gynecological and obstetrical care to women in all phases of life. In addition to well-woman exams and screenings, we feature OB/GYNs on our medical staff who perform a full range of minimally invasive gynecological procedures. We also are pleased to be able to care for women throughout the course of a pregnancy with the goal of delivering healthy babies.

Urogynecology

Our urogynecologists diagnose, provide essential cancer screenings, and innovatively treat conditions and concerns related to pelvic floor dysfunction, including:

• Bladder prolapse
• Constipation
• Difficulty emptying bladder
• Frequent urination
• Loss of bladder control
• Loss of bowel control
• Painful bladder syndrome 
• Pelvic pain
• Sexual dysfunction

Urology

Our urologists diagnose, provide essential cancer screenings, and treat conditions and concerns related to the urinary tract and male reproductive organs, including but not limited to:

Urinary-related:

• Bladder disorders and cancer
• Inability to control urination
• Kidney disorders (including kidney stones)
• Urethral disorders

Related to male reproductive organs:

• Erectile dysfunction
• Infertility
• Penile disorders and cancer
• Prostate disorders and cancer
• Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
• Undescended testicles (cryptorchidism)

Community involvement

We are proud to be a part of Baylor Scott & White Health, a system invested in improving community health by addressing identified community health needs. We invite you to read our hospitals' reports on community benefit to find out more about our financial stewardship and how we fulfill community needs as part of this exceptional network of hospitals.

View our community benefit report

Concierge and information desk

The visitor information/concierge desk is located in the main entrance of the medical center, where staff can assist you with general information, wayfinding and local eateries/hotel listings.

Dining options

Café

Hours: Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Located on the first floor, the café offers a wide variety of hot and cold meals, snacks and drinks. Self-service checkout is available 24/7. Accepts cash and/or credit cards.

Estimate your cost of care

Baylor Scott & White Health is an advocate for greater healthcare pricing transparency and patient affordability. We provide a self-service price estimation tool to help you obtain accurate out-of-pocket expense estimates, along with other helpful resources to help you make more informed financial choices about your care.

Estimate your cost of care

Medical records

You can request copies of your medical records by completing an Authorization for Release of Information form and returning to the facility at which you received care.

Request your records

Recognize an employee

Because our staff cares so deeply for those we help, there are those who often go beyond the call to provide great care.

Nominate an employee

Spiritual care

Chaplains are available in the hospital for patients and visitors in need of emotional and spiritual support. Patients and visitors also are welcome to visit the medical center chapel.

Visitor lounges

There are designated lounges and other areas for visitors and guests. If you are in a large group, we ask for your consideration of other patients’ families when seating is limited. Wireless laptops can be used in most areas by connecting to our visitor wireless network. Charging stations and outlets are also available in select areas.

Volunteer with us

We rely on our generous volunteers to provide several special services. Every volunteer enhances the patient experience in some way by supporting our culture of customer service. Join the ranks of our volunteers to get involved and make a difference.