Dr. Robert D. Bunning, MD | Washington, DC | Rheumatologist

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Dr. Robert Bunning is a rheumatologist with expertise in internal medicine who has been caring for patients for over five decades. He earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed his residency at Washington Hospital. Dr. Bunning is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Bunning practices at MedStar National Rehabilitation Network locations in Washington, DC, Bethesda, MD, and Olney, MD. He specializes in treating conditions such as osteoarthritis and other joint disorders that affect bones, joints, and muscles. His practice includes performing autoimmune disease testing and general blood work to help diagnose and monitor rheumatic conditions. Patients have given Dr. Bunning an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
3.7

11 Ratings
51 years of experience
14 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
Washington Hospital
5 written reviews
2 specialties
12 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
7 office locations
Male

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While hospitalized at National Rehabilitation Hospital Dr. Bunning treated me as hospitalist. He was attentive and identified early signs of a life-threatening condition, which, when it became manifest, he treated promptly and aggressively. It is probable that he saved my life. Wonderful physician.

June 28th, 2019

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I encountered Dr. Bunning as a patient at National Rehabilitation Hospital, where he was the chief hospitalist. His insightful examination, close observation, and decisive and timely action saved my life. I cannot appreciate him more.

June 28th, 2019

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I encountered Dr. Bunning as a patient at National Rehabilitation Hospital, where he was the chief hospitalist. His insightful examination, close observation, and decisive and timely action saved my life. I cannot appreciate him more.

June 28th, 2019

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Was my first Rhemotologist and I would have never change to a different doctor if it wasn't for my health insurance. He kept me well informed about my Lupus and I was always laughing because of his great bedside manner. I have never found another doctor like him. He took his time and showed concern for my health that's why I am returning to his care! He is up to date on all the medical things to make me better! 5 stars to Dr Robert Bunning!

July 28th, 2015

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On my first visit he knew the problem, what other could not figure out over years. Over 20+ years later and I am doing better then ever. Thank you Dr. Bunning

May 16th, 2015

Medstar National Rehabilitation Network

102 Irving St NwWashington, DC 20010

MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital

102 Irving Street NWWashington, DC 20010

6410 Rockledge Drive Suite 600

6410 Rockledge Drive Suite 600Bethesda, MD 20817

Med Star National Rehabilitation Hospital

102 Irving St NW Ste 2141Washington, DC 20010

Tel: (202) 877-1660

Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri9:00 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Medstar Montgomery Medical Center

18101 Prince Philip DrOlney, MD 20832

Nrh Rehabilitation Network At Bethesda

6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 600Bethesda, MD 20817

Tel: (301) 546-2038

Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital

6410 Rockledge Dr. Ste. 600Bethesda, MD 20817


Dr. Robert Daniel Bunning, MD	Dr. Noushin Yahyavi Firouz Abadi, MD	Dr. Sanjay Virendra Desai, MD	Dr. Akua Durowaa Safo, MD
Rheumatology	Neuroradiology	Critical Care Medicine	Hospital Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.7 (11 Ratings)	3 (4 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	1 (3 Ratings)
51 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience	28 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
Washington , DC	Baltimore , MD	Washington , DC	Winchester , VA
Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine	Med School: Tehran University Of Medical Sciences	Med School: Harvard Medical School	Med School: University Of Ghana Medical School
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EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Washington Hospital

Medical School

University Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI COLLEGE OF MEDICINEGraduated in 1975

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