Summary

Dr. Robert Bruce is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, bringing over four decades of expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. With 44 years of experience in orthopedic care, Dr. Bruce has developed extensive knowledge in treating musculoskeletal conditions and sports-related injuries. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Bruce practices at Saint Lukes South Hospital and sees patients at multiple locations throughout the Kansas City area, including Overland Park and Lees Summit, Missouri. He focuses on treating conditions such as osteoarthritis and knee arthritis, helping patients manage joint pain and mobility issues. His procedural expertise includes joint fluid removal and therapeutic injections for inflamed bursae, which can provide significant relief for patients experiencing joint discomfort. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 3.8
  • 44 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Pennsylvania Health System
  • 10 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 25 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr Robert Paul Bruce has 5 locations

Kansas City Bone And Joint Clinic

10701 Nall Ave Ste 200Overland Park, KS 66211
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kansas City Bone & Joint Clinic

10701 Nall AveOverland Park, KS 66211

Orthopedics NOW! Urgent Orthopedic Care

3151 NE Carnegie DrLees Summit, MO 64064
Mon8:30 am - 7:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 7:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 7:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 7:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 7:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Menorah Medical Center

5721 W 119th StOverland Park, KS 66209

University Of Kansas Hospital Indian Creek Campus

10710 Nall AveOverland Park, KS 66211

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Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
44 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Overland Park , KSWyoming , MIKansas City , MOKansas City , MO
Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Robert Paul Bruce

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • PreferredOne
  • Priority Health
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr Robert Paul Bruce has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr Robert Paul Bruce has the following 25 areas of expertise

  • ACL Reconstruction or Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Graft)
  • Ankle Injuries
  • Arthritis
  • Arthroscopic Surgery (Arthroscopy)
  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Elbow Nerve Compression Syndrome (Ulnar Nerve Compression Syndromes)
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Injuries
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Pain (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome)
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rotator Cuff Problem (Shoulder Impingement Syndrome)
  • Scoliosis
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Tennis Elbow
  • Wrist Fracture (Radius Fractures)

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr Robert Paul Bruce holds an expired medical license in the states of Missouri and Kansas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2025 and an expired medical license in the state of Kansas that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Pennsylvania Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Kansas School Of Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr Bruce's NPI number is 1205864493.

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What languages does Dr Robert Bruce speak?
Dr Robert Bruce speaks English and Spanish.
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