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Dr. Alan Bruns, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 62
Dr. Alan Bruns, MD
4.6 (8 Ratings)

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Dr. Alan Bruns, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Fargo, ND.
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Dr. Alan Bruns, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 62
Fargo, ND
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Alan Bruns, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Fargo, ND.
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Dr. Alan Bruns, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Fargo, ND and has 34 years experience. They graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1990 and completed a residency at Tripler Army Medical Center.They currently practice at Essentia Health-South University Clinic (Fargo) and are affiliated with Essentia Health St. Mary's - Detroit Lakes and Essentia Health-Holy Trinity Hospital. Dr. Bruns has experience treating conditions like Outer Ear Infection among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Bruns received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Bruns is board certified in Otolaryngology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Essentia Health South University Clinic (Fargo)
    1702 University Dr S, Fargo, ND 58103
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    Monday
    08:00 - 17:15
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:15
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:15
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:15
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:15
  2. 2 Essentia Health St. Mary's Detroit Lakes Clinic
    1027 Washington Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
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  3. 3 Essentia Health Park Rapids Clinic
    705 Pleasant Ave S, Park Rapids, MN 56470
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Experience and Background Check

Outer Ear Infection
Acute Respiratory Infection
Chronic Sinusitis
Outer Ear Infection
Acute Respiratory Infection
Chronic Sinusitis
Outer Ear Infection
Acute Respiratory Infection
Chronic Sinusitis
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Anosmia
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Broken Nose
Cervical Vertigo
Cholesteatoma
Chronic Rhinitis
Conductive Hearing Loss
Deformities of Auricle or Pinna
Deviated Septum
Dizziness
Dysphagia
Earwax Buildup
Enlarged Turbinates
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Head and Neck Cancer
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Headache
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Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Laryngitis
Loss of Smell and Taste
Mixed Hearing Loss
Nasal Polyp
Nonsuppurative Otitis Media
Nosebleed
Oral Cancer
Otitis Media
Perforated Eardrum
Pharyngeal Candidiasis
Pharyngitis
Salivary Gland Cancer
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
Suppurative Otitis Media
Thrush
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Thyroid Cancer
Tinnitus
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TMJ
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Vertigo
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Adenoidectomy
Desensitization
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Ear Tube Placement
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Perforated Eardrum Repair (Tympanoplasty)
Tonsillectomy
Wound Repair
Acoustic Neuroma
Acute Epiglottitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Adenoiditis
Bell's Palsy
Black Eye
Bone Cancer
Chronic Adenoid Infection
Chronic Adenotonsillitis
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Pharyngitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Common Cold
Cough
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Deafness
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Ear Abscess
Ear Ache
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Facial Fracture
Facial Nerve Disorder
Geographic Tongue
Gum Cancer
Hearing Loss Due to Noise
Hyperacusis
Hyperparathyroidism
Jaw Fracture
Labyrinthine Dysfunction
Labyrinthitis
Laryngeal Cancer
Lip Cancer
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Malignant Otitis Externa
Maxillary and Malar Fractures
Meniere's Disease
Nose Cancer
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Orbital Fracture
Osteosarcoma
Otosclerosis
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Perilymph Fistula (PLF)
Peritonsillar Abscess
Postnasal Drip
Retropharyngeal Abscess
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Sudden Idiopathic Hearing Loss
Tempormandibular Joint Pain
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
Throat Pain
Tongue Cancer
Tongue-Tie
Tonsil Cancer
Tonsillitis
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Vocal Cord Polyp
Wheezing
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Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Audiometry
Balloon Sinuplasty
Carotid Ultrasound
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Dacryocystorhinostomy
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Facial Bone
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Frenectomy
Glossectomy
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Nose Plastic Surgery (Rhinoplasty)
Oral Cancer Screening
Parathyroidectomy
Radiofrequency Ablation Turbinate
Rhinoseptoplasty
Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroid Scan
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Ultrasound
Uvulectomy
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction

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Dec 29, 2023
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.
— Dec 29, 2023
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About Me

Care Philosophy

  • 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.

Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Alan Bruns, MD is an otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat) specialist in Fargo, ND and has over 33 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1990. He specializes in Ear, Nose, and Throat.
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Specialties*
Ear, Nose, and Throat
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • University of Maryland School of Medicine
    1990
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Tripler Army Medical Center
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Tripler Army Medical Center
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Alan Bruns, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bruns' profile.

Dr. Alan Bruns, MD is affiliated with Essentia Health St. Mary's - Detroit Lakes and Essentia Health-Holy Trinity Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Alan Bruns, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Dr. Bruns has over 34 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Essentia Health St. Mary's - Detroit Lakes

    1027 Washington Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN

  • Essentia Health-Holy Trinity Hospital

    115 W 2nd St, Graceville, MN

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