Amy Schulze, MD

Meet Amy Schulze, MD

Breast Surgical Oncology expertise helping bring specialized breast cancer care to Santa Fe

Dr. Amy Schulze is a breast surgical oncologist serving patients in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Her training includes medical school at Indiana University School of Medicine, a general surgery residency at the University at Buffalo, and a breast surgical oncology fellowship at Mayo Clinic. Together, that background reflects a focused path in breast care, from surgical training through advanced fellowship specialization. In Santa Fe, her presence helps expand local access to breast-focused surgical care, allowing patients to receive highly specialized evaluation and treatment closer to home.

Career at a Glance

• Completed medical school at Indiana University School of Medicine.
• Completed general surgery residency at the University at Buffalo; listed among the program’s 2022 graduates.
• Completed a breast surgical oncology fellowship at Mayo Clinic.
• Board certified by the American Board of Surgery.
• Listed on the American Society of Breast Surgeons’ Breast Ultrasound Certified Surgeons roster.

Clinical Role and Leadership

Dr. Schulze helps strengthen breast cancer care in the Santa Fe market. Her role supports local access to breast-focused diagnosis, surgical treatment, and coordinated cancer care within the broader Santa Fe cancer-care landscape. She provides specialized care for conditions such as:

• Breast cancer
• Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS)
• Breast lumps or breast masses
• Benign breast disease
• Abnormal breast imaging requiring surgical evaluation
• Recurrent breast cancer requiring surgical assessment
• Lymph node involvement related to breast cancer care

What You Can Expect from Care with Dr. Amy Schulze

Patients describe Dr. Schulze as caring, professional, attentive, and clear when explaining options. That suggests a care style centered on listening carefully, walking patients through decisions, and helping them understand both diagnosis and next steps during what can be an emotionally heavy time. You can expect:

• A thoughtful explanation of your diagnosis and treatment options
• Careful listening and time for questions
• A professional, focused approach to surgical decision-making
• Breast-specific expertise shaped by fellowship training
• Care connected to a broader cancer-treatment environment in Santa Fe

Advanced Surgical Innovation / Diagnostic Care

Dr. Schulze’s advanced training is anchored in breast surgical oncology and supported by breast ultrasound certification through the American Society of Breast Surgeons. Her published work also reflects familiarity with specialized surgical decision-making in recurrent breast cancer, including repeat sentinel lymph node surgery after prior mastectomy.

Research, Clinical Insight, and Thought Leadership

Dr. Schulze has contributed to peer-reviewed surgical oncology literature. She is an author on a 2024 Journal of Surgical Oncology article examining repeat sentinel lymph node surgery for locally recurrent breast cancer after prior mastectomy, a topic directly relevant to complex breast cancer management. That publication reflects engagement not only in clinical care, but also in advancing the surgical conversation around breast cancer recurrence and treatment pathways.

Commitment to Public Health and Health Equity

Dr. Schulze provides local access to specialized breast care in Santa Fe and participating in breast-health education through clinic communications.