Accredited Surgical Care
Surgery is performed in an accredited facility, with anesthesia administered by a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).
Austin and Central Texas
BII Surgical Program in Austin, TX
Robert Whitfield, MD, treats breast implant illness in Austin with over 2,000 explant procedures, en bloc capsulectomy as standard, and published PCR capsule research.
2,000+
Explant Procedures
694
Capsules PCR-Tested
29%
Contamination Identified
Austin
Local Practice
Local Surgical Expertise
Why Austin Women Choose Dr. Whitfield
Austin women pursuing surgical treatment for breast implant illness are choosing a practice built entirely around this diagnosis, not a general cosmetic add-on. En bloc capsulectomy is the standard approach.
Every capsule removed is sent for PCR pathology testing — Dr. Whitfield's published analysis of 694 specimens identified bacterial contamination in 29 percent of the dataset, contamination standard culture testing misses entirely.
The SHARP Method recovery protocol is integrated from the first consultation, supporting patients before and after surgery.
The full guide covers the surgical program, PCR testing, and recovery in depth. Review the complete BII surgical program guide.
Local Access
Serving Austin and Central Texas
Dr. Whitfield's main office is located at 2530 Walsh Tarlton Ln, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78746, with convenient access for patients across the Austin metro and Central Texas.
Austin
Lakeway and Bee Cave
Round Rock and Cedar Park
Georgetown
San Marcos and New Braunfels
Greater Central Texas
En Bloc Available
En bloc capsulectomy is performed when clinically indicated, removing the implant and capsule as one sealed unit.
The Program
What the Surgical Program Includes
The BII surgical program combines en bloc capsulectomy, PCR pathology testing on every capsule, and the SHARP Method recovery protocol. Volume and experience — over 2,000 procedures — inform individualized surgical planning for every Austin patient.
Austin Patient Education
BII Surgical Program in Austin — FAQ
What does the BII surgical program involve?
The program centers on en bloc capsulectomy — removing the implant and its surrounding capsule as a single, intact unit — followed by PCR pathology testing of every specimen and structured recovery through the SHARP Method.
Why is en bloc capsulectomy the standard, not just implant removal?
Standard explant removes the implant but can leave capsule tissue behind. Dr. Whitfield's published PCR research identified bacterial contamination in 29 percent of 694 capsule specimens, which is why complete capsule removal is central to the surgical program.
Can this be combined with fat transfer in Austin?
Yes. Many Austin patients combine implant removal with fat transfer to restore volume using their own tissue in a single surgical session.
Which communities around Austin does the practice serve?
The practice serves Austin, Lakeway, Bee Cave, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown, San Marcos, New Braunfels, and the wider Central Texas region.
Your Next Step
You Deserve a Surgeon Who Prepares You, Not Just Operates on You.
Dr. Robert Whitfield has guided thousands of patients through surgical decisions with clarity, data, and a personalized plan. Your consultation is where that plan begins.
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