4.6
50 Ratings with 19 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. James Bruffey is an orthopedic surgeon who earned his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health in Columbus, Ohio. He completed his residency training in orthopedic surgery at UC San Diego Medical Center and additional general surgery training at multiple institutions including UCSD-Kaiser San Diego. Dr. Bruffey furthered his expertise through a specialized fellowship in spine surgery at Scripps Clinic in 2000. With 32 years of experience, he holds board certification in orthopedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, which he obtained in 2002. He provides care in English.
Dr. Bruffey practices at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, with office locations in Encinitas and La Jolla, California. His clinical expertise focuses on spinal conditions, including back pain that affects pregnant women and young patients. He performs advanced surgical procedures such as …lateral lumbar spinal fusion and herniated disc surgery to help patients find relief from spine-related problems. Patients rate Dr. Bruffey 4.6 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
Read More Read less Dr. Bruffey practices at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, with office locations in Encinitas and La Jolla, California. His clinical expertise focuses on spinal conditions, including back pain that affects pregnant women and young patients. He performs advanced surgical procedures such as …lateral lumbar spinal fusion and herniated disc surgery to help patients find relief from spine-related problems. Patients rate Dr. Bruffey 4.6 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 32 years of experience
- speaks English
- Scripps Clinic, Orthopaedic Surgery, Spine
- 19 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 16 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
James Bruffey has 2 locationsScripps Clinic Encinitas - 326 Santa Fe
326 Santa Fe DrEncinitas, CA 92024 Tel: (858) 554-7988
Mon7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed
Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines
10710 N Torrey Pines RdLa Jolla, CA 92037 Tel: (858) 554-7988
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 32 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 56 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Encinitas , CA | Monterey , CA | La Jolla , CA | San Diego , CA |
| Med School: Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States | Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA | Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine | Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University |
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Medical Specialties
James Bruffey has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
James Bruffey has the following 16 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
James Bruffey holds an expired medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery in 2002 and board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Scripps Clinic, Orthopaedic Surgery, Spine in 2000.
Residency
Completed their residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery, UCSD-Kaiser San Diego, Ucsd Medical Center, Scripps Clinic in 2000, University of California, San Diego in 1999, and University California in 1999.
Medical School
Graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States in 1994, Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh in 1994, and Ohio State University / College of Medicine in 1994.
NPI Number
James Bruffey's NPI number is 1447225446.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- James Bruffey speaks English.
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- Which hospitals is James Bruffey affiliated with?
- James Bruffey is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.
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