Karla Arabela Sepulveda

Karla Arabela Sepulveda, M.D., is a Professor of Radiology at Baylor College of Medicine. She serves as the Medical Director of Breast Imaging and Director of Imaging for the Lester and Sue Smith Breast Center within the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center. Her roles span clinical leadership in breast imaging and multidisciplinary cancer care.

Education:

• Fellowship: MD Anderson Cancer Center (2005)
• Residency: University of Texas Medical School at Houston (2004)
• MD: University of Texas Medical School at Houston (1999)
• BA: Duke University (1993)
• Postdoctoral Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine

Research Interests: Focuses on patient-centered, high-value healthcare, precision medicine applications in radiology, and innovative approaches to breast imaging and cancer diagnostics. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration to improve diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes in oncology.

Awards & Leadership:

• Co-Chaired the MD Anderson Breast Imaging Update Conference (2015)
• Directed the Baylor College of Medicine's San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (2016, 2018)

Professional Activities: Oversees imaging operations at the Lester and Sue Smith Breast Center and contributes to the Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center. Engaged in teaching and mentorship through Baylor's Radiology department.