Introducing
Sharla Gayle Patterson, MD

Julie Stewart is a board-certified nurse practitioner who has specialized in breast surgical oncology for over a decade. She is certified in breast disease by the American Society of Breast Surgeons. She has special clinical interests in breast cancer, cancer survivors, breast diseases, and women at high risk for breast cancer with or without genetic mutations. She is highly experienced in the operating room setting and has extensive experience as a first assistant in breast surgery. She is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based oncology care along with all members of the multidisciplinary cancer team. She has a passion for educating about genetics, health, and wellness while empowering women on their journey with breast cancer, inspiring courage, confidence, and hope.

Her career has always centered around taking care of women. She initially began in the Chicago area until she relocated to Naples, Florida. She is proud to be a member of the team at Magnolia Breast Center. She earned her Nurse Practitioner Master degree at the University of IL at Chicago graduating with honors. She is certified by National Certification Corporation (NCC) and The American Society of Breast Surgeons (ASBrS)

Julie enjoys tennis, boating, healthy cooking, and special time with family in her free time.