About
Laurel D. Sunde, APRN, FNP-C, RNFA
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Laurel Sunde's last day at ARC was Friday, September 18, 2026. Please see below for physicians she recommends to patients wanting to transfer or establish care at ARC. Read letter.
Laurel Sunde grew up in San Diego, CA. In her free time, she and her husband enjoy the Austin music and culinary scene, “always something new to discover!” Playing piano, guitar, and singing gives her the opportunity to relax at home. In addition, Laurel enjoys water sports, running, and hiking the Austin greenbelt trails.
“Pursuing a career in nursing as a nurse practitioner felt like a natural next step in caring for and walking alongside people during challenging times, to provide support and healing. It is a privilege to provide the education and understanding that allows my patients to have the tools necessary to make sustainable changes toward a better quality of life. Education is at the core of my practice. The GI specialty allows me to develop a relationship and build trust with my patients and take the needed time to provide personalized care. It is important that I understand the needs and concerns of my patients, so we can work together toward a treatment plan they understand, feel comfortable with, is sustainable, and meets their goals.”
Services
- Adrenalectomy (Open and Minimally Invasive)
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Adrenalectomy (Open and Minimally Invasive)
Adrenalectomy is surgery to remove one or both of the adrenal glands located at the top of each kidney.
- Alimentary Tract
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Alimentary Tract
Alimentary tract procedures and treatment help treat the passageway of the digestive system that leads from the mouth and the rest of the passageways that food and liquids travel through.
- Anorectal, Abscesses & Pilonidal Sinus Disease
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Anorectal, Abscesses & Pilonidal Sinus Disease
ARC general surgeons offer surgery and treatment for anorectal, abscesses and pilonidal sinus disease.
- Colonoscopy
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Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is a safe and effective way to examine the health of the colon (large intestine), rectum, and if necessary, the small intestine. It is typically a 20-30 minute outpatient procedure performed at a hospital or surgery center.
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- Excision of Masses
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Excision of Masses
ARC general surgeons perform the surgical removal of cysts, tumors, or other tissue masses.
- Excision of Superficial Lesions (Office and Hospital Based)
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Excision of Superficial Lesions (Office and Hospital Based)
ARC general surgeons can help treat superficial lesions. These are lesions that affect the surface of the skin.
- Hemorrhoidectomy/Banding
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Hemorrhoidectomy/Banding
Hemorrhoidectomy/banding is a surgery to remove internal or external hemorrhoids.
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- Incision and Drainage of Abscess (Office and Hospital Based)
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Incision and Drainage of Abscess (Office and Hospital Based)
Pus may collect in tissues, organs, or spaces when an area in the body becomes infected. Incision and drainage can help treat or relieve the appearance of an abscess.
- Laparoscopic Fundoplication
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Laparoscopic Fundoplication
Laparoscopic fundoplication is a procedure for patients with acid reflux, oesaphagus issues, and hernias that don't respond to medicine treatments.
- Long-Term IV Access
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Long-Term IV Access
Long-term IV access involves putting a catheter in a vein in your arm, neck, or chest to allow medicine and other IV liquids into blood vessels.
- Lymph Node Biopsy (Incisional and Excisional)
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Lymph Node Biopsy (Incisional and Excisional)
A lymph node biopsy is a type of surgery done to remove lymph nodes, and helps find out if and how far cancer has spread in the body.
- Small & Large Bowel Resection for Benign & Malignant Conditions (Open & Minimally Invasive)
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Small & Large Bowel Resection for Benign & Malignant Conditions (Open & Minimally Invasive)
Resection is a surgery to remove any part of the small or large bowel affected by benign or malignant conditions.
- Telemedicine Visits
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Telemedicine Visits
ARC offers telemedicine visits for primary and specialty care. ARC doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) can quickly evaluate you for a new health issue or follow up with you via a phone call or video visit from the comfort of your home.
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- Ultrasound with Biopsy
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Ultrasound with Biopsy
Ultrasounds use sound waves to produce an image of an area. If an abnormality is discovered, an ARC general surgeon may take a sample or biopsy to a lab for testing.
- Upper Endoscopy
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Upper Endoscopy
An upper endoscopy is a procedure to examine the inner lining of the upper digestive tract.
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Locations & Hours
Credentials
Board Certifications
Family Nurse Practitioner, FNP-C, American Association of Nurse PractitionersEducation
BS in Nursing, Texas Tech University Health Science Center, Lubbock, TX, 2012
Masters of Science in Nursing, Texas Tech University Health Science Center, Lubbock, TX, 2020Professional Positions
- American Nurses Association
- Texas Nurses Association
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- American College of Gastroenterology
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses