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Dr. William Bruce, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
3.9 (24)
Map Pin Small Chattanooga, TN
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience
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Overview of Dr. William Bruce, MD

Dr. William Bruce, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Chattanooga, TN. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 32 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine and is affiliated with Parkridge Medical Center. Dr. Bruce, completed a residency at University of Tennessee. Patients rated Dr. Bruce an average 3.9 star rating.

Dr. Bruce works at RiverRun Health - Sports + Ortho in Chattanooga, TN. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Bruce's Office Locations

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    RiverRun Health - Sports + Ortho
    1067 Riverfront Pkwy Ste 100, Chattanooga, TN 37402 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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Spine Deformities
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Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
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Brachial Plexus Palsy
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Bursitis of Hip
Chronic Neck Pain
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Clavicle Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
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De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Varum
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Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Low Back Pain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Morton's Neuroma
Muscle Cramping
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
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Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pinched Nerve in Back
Plantar Fasciitis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Runner's Knee
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Shoulder Dislocation
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Ankle Arthroscopy
Biceps Tendon Repair
Carpal Tunnel Release
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Repair
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Knee Replacement
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Thoracic Outlet Decompression
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Trigger Finger Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
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    • Aetna
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    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
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    Ratings & Reviews

    3.9
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    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 32 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1194713560
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Shriners Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Tennessee
    Residency
    Internship
    • University of Tennessee
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Parkridge Medical Center

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    Dr. Bruce works at RiverRun Health - Sports + Ortho in Chattanooga, TN. View the full address on Dr. Bruce’s profile.

    24 patients have reviewed Dr. Bruce. The overall rating for this provider is 3.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Bruce.

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