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Nolan R. Bruce, M.D. Critical Care Surgeon

Primary Appointment Location

Surgery Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center
4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Suite 4131
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-6086
New and Returning Patients
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Overview

Area of Expertise
Trauma Care
Accepting New Patients
Yes
Patient Type
Adults
Language
English

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Nolan R. Bruce, M.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • About
  • Resources
  • Academic Background
  • Conditions
  • Treatments & Procedures
  • Areas of Expertise
  • Locations

Make an Appointment With Dr. Bruce

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart.

About Dr. Bruce

Clinical Biography

 

 

Clinical Focus

 

In addition to Trauma and Emergency General Surgery, Dr. Bruce also performs elective surgery related to skin and soft tissue, chest and abdominal wall reconstructions, gastrointestinal tract, and biliary disease.  He also cares for the critically ill and injured as an intensivist in the UAMS Surgical ICU and ECMO program.

Resources Related to Dr. Bruce

Success Story: Alex Doucet (Article)

Alex Doucet was kicked by her horse in the side during a freak accident. Thanks to the UAMS Health trauma team, she recovered and was back in action.

Read the Article

Dr. Bruce's Academic Background

Academic Biography

Nolan Bruce, M.D., is a physician and Assistant Professor in the Division of Trauma and Critical Care Surgery at UAMS Medical Center.
Dr. Bruce received his bachelor’s degree at The University of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma and his medical degree at The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He completed his General Surgery Residency at UAMS, and a Surgical Critical Care Fellowship at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas.

Dr. Bruce is board certified by the American Board of Surgery in both General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care. He is also an Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Certified Instructor and a member of the UAMS ECMO team.

In addition to trauma and emergency general surgery, Dr. Bruce also performs elective surgery related to skin and soft tissue, chest and abdominal wall reconstruction, gastrointestinal tract, and biliary disease. He also cares for the critically ill and injured as an intensivist in the UAMS Surgical ICU and ECMO program.

Faculty Appointments

Department of Surgery
Assistant Professor

Education and Training

Fellowship
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Surgical Critical Care
Residency
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
General Surgery
Medical School
University of Oklahoma
Doctor of Medicine

Professional Certifications

  • American Board of Surgery — Surgical Critical Care
  • American Board of Surgery — General Surgery

Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Bruce

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Bile Duct Disease
  • Blockage of Biliary Tract
  • Colon Disease
  • Hernia
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Skin/Soft Tissue Disorders
  • Ventral Hernia

Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Bruce

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Acute and Emergency Care
  • Acute Care Surgery
  • Surgical Critical Care

Dr. Bruce's Areas of Expertise

Angel 1 at UAMS

Trauma Care (Part of Orthopaedics)

When a traumatic injury occurs, most cases in Arkansas will be brought to UAMS Health. Our providers are trained and ready to help put your life back together.

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Locations Where Dr. Bruce Practices

Exterior of Outpatient Center

Surgery Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center , Primary Location

4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Suite 4131
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-6086
New and Returning Patients
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Make an Appointment With Dr. Bruce

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart.

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