OrthoArizona orthopedic surgeon Dr. Brad Bruns has been recognized by The Phoenix Business Journal as part of the elite group of 2017 Healthcare Heroes. Winners were announced on August 24 at a breakfast award ceremony held at Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch. The prestigious annual ranking recognizes 25 influential Phoenix healthcare professionals from throughout the Valley who have gone above and beyond to improve patients’ lives, while making significant contributions toward the field of healthcare.

Dr. Bruns was named a winner in the Healthcare Hero “Physician” category for his expertise in providing top-notch orthopedic care to patients around the Valley while also donating his time to help ensure that those less fortunate receive access to the quality orthopedic care they deserve.

“I am humbled and honored to have been recognized by The Phoenix Business Journal for my medical work and volunteer efforts, both of which inspire and motivate me every day,” said Dr. Brad Bruns, MD. “In being acknowledged for my work, my hope is to spur others in the medical profession to volunteer their time and ‘pay it forward’ to help others less fortunate.”

Dr. Bruns is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon in practice since 1985 with a special interest in total joint replacement, trauma, and sports medicine. He has sat on the OrthoArizona Board of Directors for more than 20 years. A proud Arizona native, Dr. Bruns serves as the covering physician for numerous Valley sports teams. He volunteers his time locally and abroad, having worked with the Share the Dream organization, the Arizona Dominican Medical Friends organization, Community Charity Surgery Services, St. Vincent DePaul, and Healing the Children. Dr. Bruns has been awarded the prestigious PHOENIX Magazine “Top Docs” title for 10+ years.