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James R. Bruns

MD
Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine,
Interventional Pain Medicine,
Pain Medicine

About Me

Conditions I specialize in
  • Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine
  • Interventional Pain Medicine
  • Pain Medicine

James Bruns, MD, made the decision to become a physician during his senior year of high school after shadowing a doctor for a month. He chose to specialize in pain management because of the opportunity to help make his patients' lives more manageable, more meaningful and more active.

Dr. Bruns is board certified in both anesthesiology and pain medicine, a distinction fewer than 30 percent of all pain physicians attain. He treats primarily adults for any chronic pain, specializing in neck and back pain, along with non-medical treatment of migraine. He previously served as an assistant professor in anesthesia and pain medicine.

Friendly and approachable, Dr. Bruns takes a multi-modal approach to every patient, using both advanced interventional pain procedures and medical management to tailor treatments to each individual. He encourages everyone to take charge of their health, doing everything they can to live better.

Dr. Bruns has been on Cincinnati Magazine's Top Doctor list for the past four years and received the 2016 Rising Star Medical Award from Venue magazine.

Married with children, Dr. Bruns enjoys spending time with family.

Locations I practice at

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    TriHealth Orthopedic & Sports Institute - TriHealth Fitness & Health Pavilion
  • Education

    • University Hospital | Fellowship, 2011
    • University of Cincinnati-Residency Program | Residency, 2009
    • University of Minnesota Medical School | Internship, 2005
    • University of Cincinnati College of Medicine | Medical School, 2004
      Medical Doctor

    Certifications

    • American Board of Anesthesiology | Board, 2012
      Pain Medicine

    Ratings and Reviews

    The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
    4.9 / 5 (614 ratings, 10 comments)
    Comments from patients
    • 5 / 5
      Dr. Bruns spends time offering information, and answering all of my questions. He is always caring and kind.
      Reviewed November 30, 2024
    • 5 / 5
      Very knowledgeable and insightful on past and future care
      Reviewed November 28, 2024
    • 5 / 5
      Dr. Bruns is absolutely THE BEST doctor. Kind, understanding & very efficient with his treatments.
      Reviewed November 27, 2024
    • 5 / 5
      Dr. Bruns was great! Firs time seeing him but would definitely recommend. Blessed to still have great doctors like Dr. Bruns around.
      Reviewed November 26, 2024
    • 5 / 5
      Dr Bruns is always kind and caring. I appreciate him.
      Reviewed June 27, 2024
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