Dr. Sandra BrunoMD

Internal Medicine

at Sandra D.M. Bruno, MD — Lake Charles, LA

About

M. Bruno, MD earned her undergraduate degree in History from Louisiana State University in 1986. She then completed her Doctorate of Medicine at Tulane University School of Medicine in 1990. Her internship and residency in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics both took place at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, spanning 1990 to 1994. She holds membership in the American College of Physicians and maintains licensure in Louisiana and Arizona.

Dr. Bruno practices with a philosophy rooted in listening and honesty. She treats each patient as she would a family member. Her goal is to learn about patients as people, not just as diagnoses. She speaks plainly and takes adequate time at every visit. Her clinical focus spans chronic condition management, including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Patients consistently describe her thoroughness and her willingness to show up when they need her most.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

Louisiana State University, Bachelor of Arts, History, 1986

Medical School

Tulane University School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1990

Residency

Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, 1991-1994

Additional Training

Internship: Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, 1990-1991

Conditions Treated

type 2 diabetes
high cholesterol
hypertension

Who is Dr. Bruno right for?

Dr. Bruno is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension. Patients who value a long-term relationship with a thorough, attentive physician will find her approach compelling. She also brings pediatric training, making her well-suited for families seeking a single trusted doctor. Those who want direct access to their physician after hours and on weekends will appreciate her availability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Bruno specializes in Internal Medicine and holds training in Pediatrics. She completed a combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics residency at Baylor College of Medicine. Her clinical focus includes chronic disease management for conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension.

Dr. Bruno earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1990. She completed both her internship and residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Her residency program focused on Internal Medicine and Pediatrics and concluded in 1994.

Dr. Bruno holds membership in the American College of Physicians and maintains active licensure in Louisiana and Arizona, as well as Drug Enforcement Administration and Louisiana Controlled Substance licensure. Her training at Baylor College of Medicine covered the full scope of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.

Dr. Bruno focuses on listening carefully and spending real time with each patient. She aims to understand patients as individuals, not just their diagnoses. She communicates clearly and honestly, and she treats patients with the same care she would give a family member.

Yes. Dr. Bruno is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. This direct access is a core part of how she practices through the MDVIP model. Patients do not need to wait until the next business day to reach her for urgent matters.

Dr. Bruno holds affiliations at four area hospitals: Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Christus Saint Patrick Hospital, The Dubuis Hospital for Continuing Care, and Women and Children's Hospital.

Patients see Dr. Bruno directly at every office visit. She does not route patients to nurse practitioners or physician assistants. This direct relationship is central to her practice model.

Dr. Bruno has particular experience managing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Her approach to these conditions emphasizes prevention, monitoring, and honest communication about treatment options. Members in her practice report better control of these chronic conditions over time.

Dr. Bruno is not accepting new patients at this time. Patients interested in an MDVIP-affiliated physician in the Lake Charles area can contact MDVIP directly to find nearby doctors who currently have openings.

Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026