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Dr. James Bruffey, MD

Orthopedic Surgery Age 60
Dr. James Bruffey, MD
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Dr. James Bruffey, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Encinitas, CA.
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Dr. James Bruffey, MD

Orthopedic Surgery Age 60
Encinitas, CA
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Dr. James Bruffey, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Encinitas, CA.

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Dr. James Bruffey, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Encinitas, CA. They currently practice at Mercy Physicians Medical Group,Scripps Clinic and are affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. Dr. Bruffey has experience treating conditions like Scoliosis, Intervertebral Disc Disease and Degenerative Disc Disease among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Bruffey received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 73 times. Their office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Bruffey accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Scripps Clinic
    326 Santa Fe Dr Fl 2, Encinitas, CA 92024
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  2. 2 Scripps Clinic
    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bruffey
4.8
Based on 73 Reviews
5 Stars (69)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (2)

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Jul 01, 2023
Fantastic bedside manner, amazing results and a seamless recovery. Dr. Bruffey listened to my concerns and made sure to explain the process and all options. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Bruffey to anyone.
— Jul 01, 2023
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Biography
  • Dr. James Bruffey, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Encinitas, CA. He specializes in Orthopedic Surgery.
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Orthopedic Surgery
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  • UCSD Medical Center
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Bruffey, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bruffey's profile.

Dr. Bruffey frequently treats the following conditions: Scoliosis, Intervertebral Disc Disease and Degenerative Disc Disease. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Bruffey, MD is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

    354 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA