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Dr. Alan Bruns, MD

Dr. Alan Bruns, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
30+ years of experience
(218) 206-6343

Dr. Alan Bruns, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Fargo, ND and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bruns has extensive experience in Otologic Conditions & Procedures and Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with Essentia Health St. Mary's Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (20 reviews)
(218) 206-6343
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1702 University Dr S
Fargo, ND 58103

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Essentia Health-South University Clinic (Fargo)

Essentia Health-South University Clinic (Fargo)1702 University Dr S Fargo, ND 58103
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Essentia Health St. Mary's-Detroit Lakes Clinic

Essentia Health St. Mary's-Detroit Lakes Clinic1027 Washington Ave Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
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Essentia Health-Park Rapids Clinic

Essentia Health-Park Rapids Clinic705 Pleasant Ave S Park Rapids, MN 56470
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Dr. Bruns is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise • Dr. Bruns specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care • Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Bruns' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bruns

4.8
20 ratings, 16 with a written review
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Dr Bruns made me feel so confident and was very thorough and explaining what he thought would be the best plan and explaining how he would treat the issue
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 23, 2025
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Dr. Bruns was excellent. Friendly, caring and knowledgeable.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 21, 2025
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He was very knowledgeable and thorough.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 02, 2025
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Dr. Bruns is the best. I trust my health and family's health with him 100%.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 31, 2024
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Alan is the only doctor who has explained what my problem is to me. He showed me photos and videos as well areas of concern.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 29, 2024
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I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the care and attention you have shown during my recent visits.You are one of the few doctors who truly listened to my concerns and took the time to explore potential solutions. Your thoroughness, patience, and willingness to consider every angle made me feel heard and valued as a patient. It is reassuring to know that my health is in such capable and compassionate hands.Thank you once again for your dedication and for going above and beyond to address my concerns. It means more than I can put into words.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 12, 2024
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The provider seemed to be more interested in appearing to be jovial and friendly than in effective (meaningful) communication. The lack of communication about the delay was unfortunate.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 20, 2024
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He has an excellent patient dialogue manner
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 08, 2024
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Everyone was very kind.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 01, 2024
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I don't feel like I was helped in regard to my issueseven though I think Dr. Bruns is an excellent physician. Does that make sense?
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 01, 2024
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Good
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 13, 2024
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Dr Bruns has the greatest "bedside manner" ever! He takes his time to ask questions and give really informative answers, and he is very very kind. One of the greatest physicians I have ever known!!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 30, 2024
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Great experience
My visits with Dr Bruns have been great. He took his time to listen to all of my concerns, spent an adequate amount of time in the visit, and clearly explained the procedures and results. He was very friendly and showed a genuine care for his work and patients.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Dec 29, 2023
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An office visit with Dr. Bruns is a caricature of every negative stereotype surrounding the practice of medicine. Our son has been seeing Dr. Bruns for several years and our experience is nearly always the same. We wait 20-30 minutes past our scheduled time to get into his office. We wait 15 minutes for him to enter the office. He sits with us for 2 minutes and rushes off to the next patient. As a surgeon, I have no complaints. Follow-up is very disappointing.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Brent Kleppen in Barnesville, MN – May 23, 2018
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I first saw dr.bruns in 2016 where then he suggested surgery on my septum I didn’t see him again until feb 2018 and he remembered who I was and looked at the CT scan and strongly suggested surgery. He went thru everything thoroughly and answered all my questions come surgery day he went over again what he was doing and answered all my questions. He is friendly and took the edge off some anxiety about getting surgery done on my nose. I would 100% recommend Dr.Bruns to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Travis in Fargo, ND – Mar 06, 2018
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Dr. Bruns is very professional and listens very well to symptoms. He clearly explained all the options to me and was very open and easy to ask questions to. I'm really glad I found him! Highly recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Apr 02, 2017
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As a physician, I have the privilege of caring for patients and their families and sharing in Essentia Health's mission of making a healthy difference in people's lives.

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Tripler Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Tripler Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
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Otolaryngology†
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
†Self designated 
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Dr. Bruns is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Essentia Health St. Mary's Medical Center

      407 E 3rd St
      Duluth, MN 55805
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

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