Summary

James Bruns, MD, made the decision to become a physician during his senior year of high school after shadowing a doctor for a month. He chose to specialize in pain management because of the opportunity to help make his patients' lives more manageable, more meaningful and more active.Dr. Bruns is board certified in both anesthesiology and pain medicine, a distinction fewer than 30 percent of all pain physicians attain. He treats primarily adults for any chronic pain, specializing in neck and back pain, along with non-medical treatment of migraine. He previously served as an assistant professor in anesthesia and pain medicine.Friendly and approachable, Dr. Bruns takes a multi-modal approach to every patient, using both advanced interventional pain procedures and medical management to tailor treatments to each individual. He encourages everyone to take charge of their health, doing everything they can to live better. Dr. Bruns has been on Cincinnati Magazine's Top Doctor list for the past four years and received the 2016 Rising Star Medical Award from Venue magazine.Married with children, Dr. Bruns enjoys spending time with family.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 22 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Cincinnati Medical Center Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. James R. Bruns has 3 locations

TriHealth Orthopedic & Spine Institute - Anderson

7794 5 Mile RdCincinnati, OH 45230
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

TriHealth Orthopedic & Spine Institute - TriHealth Fitness & Health Pavilion

6200 Pfeiffer Road Suite 390Montgomery, OH 45242

TriHealth Orthopedic & Spine Institute - Western Ridge

6909 Good Samaritan Drive Suite ACincinnati, OH 45247

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Accepts New Patients
4.3 
22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Cincinnati , OHCincinnati , OHCincinnati , OHCincinnati , OH
Med School: University Of Cincinnati Academic Health Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James R. Bruns

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. James R. Bruns has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James R. Bruns has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Anesthesiology
  • Pain Medicine
  • Pain Medicine (anesthesiology)

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Anesthesiology

Anesthesiology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Ohio, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Cincinnati Medical Center Hospital2011

Residency

University of Cincinnati Medical Center2009
University of Minnesota Medical School2005

Medical School

University Of Cincinnati Academic Health CenterGraduated in 2004

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Dr. James Bruns is affiliated with University Of Cincinnati Medical Center.
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What languages does Dr. James Bruns speak?
Dr. James Bruns speaks English.
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