Summary

Dr. Bruce Watanabe specializes in orthopedic surgery, bringing over three decades of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency at the University of Texas Health System. Dr. Watanabe is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Watanabe practices at PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Orthopedics Clinic in Florence, Oregon, and maintains hospital privileges at Peace Harbor Hospital. He focuses on treating joint conditions such as osteoarthritis and knee osteoarthritis. His expertise includes performing minimally invasive procedures like bursa injections and joint fluid removal. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 36 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Texas Health System
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
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36 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Italian Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Florence , ORGlendale , CAFlorence , ORFlorence , OR
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: KECK SCHOOL OF MEDICINE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Bruce M. Watanabe

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AgeRight Advantage
  • ATRIO Health Plans
  • Care Oregon
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • First Choice Health Network
  • Health Net of Oregon
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Majoris Health Systems
  • Medicaid Alaska
  • Medicaid Oregon Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Moda Health
  • Multiplan Network
  • Pacific Medical Centers
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Providence Health Plan (PPO)
  • Provider Network of America
  • Regence - Oregon & Washington
  • Samaritan Health Plan
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • Umpqua Health
  • United Healthcare

Medical Specialties

Bruce M. Watanabe has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Bruce M. Watanabe has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • General Orthopedics
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Bruce M. Watanabe holds an expired medical license in the state of Oregon.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Oregon that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Texas Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 1990.

NPI Number

Bruce M. Watanabe's NPI number is 1497798367.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bruce Watanabe accepting new patients?
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Does Bruce Watanabe accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Bruce Watanabe accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Bruce Watanabe affiliated with?
Bruce Watanabe is affiliated with Peace Harbor Hospital.
What languages does Bruce Watanabe speak?
Bruce Watanabe speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Bruce Watanabe's office located?
Bruce Watanabe's office is located at 530 9th St, Florence, OR, 97439.

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