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James R. Bruns

MD
Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine,
Interventional Pain Medicine,
Pain Medicine

About Me

Conditions I specialize in
  • Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine
  • Interventional Pain Medicine
  • Pain Medicine

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.

Locations I practice at

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Education

  • University of Cincinnati-Residency Program | Residency, 2009
  • University of Minnesota Medical School | Internship, 2005
  • University of Cincinnati College of Medicine | Medical School, 2004
    Medical Doctor
  • University of Cincinnati Hospital | Fellowship, 2011

Certifications

  • American Board of Anesthesiology | Board, 2012
    Pain Medicine

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9 / 5 (640 ratings, 10 comments)
Comments from patients
  • 5 / 5
    Dr.Bruns is one of the most competent, caring physicians I have ever been treated by. He listens carefully and seems fully invested in trying to work with you to provide the best outcome possible. I cannot express enough what a positive experience this was.
    Reviewed April 09, 2025
  • 5 / 5
    Like I said it's really a good experience as oddly as that may sound
    Reviewed April 08, 2025
  • 5 / 5
    I never feel rushed when seeing Dr Bruns or his PA.
    Reviewed April 04, 2025
  • 5 / 5
    Listened to concerns/problems - Offered solution as appropriate. Dr. Bruns was referred by two physicians and two nurses as a great physician to help me with my care. I respect the people who gave the referrals and, so far, he has shown their assessments are good. Thank you. Deb Qualb
    Reviewed April 02, 2025
  • 5 / 5
    The best
    Reviewed April 01, 2025
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