Summary

Dr. Alan Bruns is an ear, nose, and throat specialist with 36 years of experience treating patients with otolaryngology-head and neck surgery conditions. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda and completed his residency training at Tripler Army Medical Center, where he focused on otolaryngology, general surgery, and transitional year programs. Dr. Bruns holds board certification in otolaryngology from the American Board of Otolaryngology and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Bruns practices at Essentia Health locations in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, Fargo, North Dakota, and Park Rapids, Minnesota, with his hospital affiliation at Essentia Health Fargo. He specializes in treating conditions such as fluid in the ears, sinus infections, and long-term sinus problems. His surgical expertise includes middle ear procedures and sedation management for patient comfort during treatment. Patients rate Dr. Bruns 4.9 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 36 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Tripler Army Med Ctr, Otolaryngology; Tripler Army Med Ctr, General Surgery; Tripler Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Alan Bruns has 3 locations

Essentia Health St. Mary's-Detroit Lakes Clinic

1027 Washington AveDetroit Lakes, MN 56501
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Essentia Health-South University Clinic (Fargo)

1702 University Dr SFargo, ND 58103
Mon8:00 am - 5:15 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:15 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:15 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:15 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:15 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Essentia Health-Park Rapids Clinic

705 Pleasant Ave SPark Rapids, MN 56470
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.9 
36 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Mandarin, Taiwanese
Detroit Lakes , MNWest Fargo , NDDetroit Lakes , MN
Med School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alan Bruns

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
  • CHAMPVA
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • PreferredOne
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Alan Bruns has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Alan Bruns has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Alan Bruns holds an expired medical license in the states of Minnesota and North Dakota. They are board certified in Otolaryngology by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Otolaryngology by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of North Dakota that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Tripler Army Med Ctr, Otolaryngology; Tripler Army Med Ctr, General Surgery; Tripler Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year and Tripler Army Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda in 1990.

NPI Number

Alan Bruns' NPI number is 1619940210.

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Alan Bruns is affiliated with Essentia Health Fargo.

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