4.9
8 Ratings with 7 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Alan Bruns is a board-certified otolaryngologist specializing in head and neck surgery with 36 years of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from 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 a transitional year program. Dr. Bruns holds certification in otolaryngology from the American Board of Otolaryngology and communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Bruns practices at Essentia Health locations across Minnesota and North Dakota, including Detroit Lakes, Park Rapids, and Fargo. He treats patients with ear conditions such as serous otitis media and various forms of sinusitis, including chronic cases. His surgical expertise includes middle ear surgery and sedation procedures. Patients rate Dr. Bruns 4.9 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
Dr. Bruns practices at Essentia Health locations across Minnesota and North Dakota, including Detroit Lakes, Park Rapids, and Fargo. He treats patients with ear conditions such as serous otitis media and various forms of sinusitis, including chronic cases. His surgical expertise includes middle ear surgery and sedation procedures. Patients rate Dr. Bruns 4.9 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 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 award
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Awards
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Office Locations
Dr. Alan Deane Bruns has 3 locationsEssentia Health St. Mary's-Detroit Lakes Clinic
1027 Washington AveDetroit Lakes, MN 56501 Tel: (218) 844-2347
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 Tel: (701) 364-8900
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 Tel: (218) 732-2800
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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| Dr. Alan Deane Bruns, MD | Dr. Kyle David Johnson, MD | Dr. David Wei-Ching Tsen, MD |
| Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 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 |
| Detroit Lakes , MN | West Fargo , ND | Detroit 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 |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alan Deane Bruns
Medical Specialties
Dr. Alan Deane Bruns has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Alan Deane Bruns has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
36 Years Experience
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, North Dakota, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Tripler Army Med Ctr, Otolaryngology; Tripler Army Med Ctr, General Surgery; Tripler Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Tripler Army Medical Center
Medical School
Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,BethesdaGraduated in 1990
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- Where is Dr. Alan Bruns's office located?
- Dr. Alan Bruns's office is located at 1027 Washington Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN, 56501.
- What languages does Dr. Alan Bruns speak?
- Dr. Alan Bruns speaks English.
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- Dr. Alan Bruns is affiliated with Essentia Health Fargo.
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