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Dr. Bruce Cairns, MD

Dr. Bruce Cairns, MD

Chapel Hill, NC

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Cairns, Trauma Surgeon in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Dr. Bruce Cairns, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Cairns completed his residency at University Of Nc Hosps. He is a member of the Society of University Surgeons, Society of Critical Care Medicine, American Burn Association, American Trauma Society, and North Carolina Medical Association. Dr. Cairns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cairns’s office at (919) 966-7890.

    Where did Dr. Cairns go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: UNC-Chapel Hill, NIH-NRSA Trauma Research, NC, USA | UNC-Chapel Hill, Surgical Critical Care, NC, USA | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, Surgical Critical Care

    • Residency: University Of Nc Hosps | University of North Carolina

    • Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Cairns board certified as a Trauma Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Cairns, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery since 2005, American Board of Surgery since 2000

    What languages does Dr. Cairns speak?

    Dr. Cairns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Cairns typically treat?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, conditions treated by Dr. Bruce Cairns may include:

    Please contact Dr. Cairns' office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Cairns typically perform?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Bruce Cairns may include:

    Please contact Dr. Cairns' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Cairns accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Cairns' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Cairns' office located?

    Dr. Bruce Cairns' Primary Practice

    101 Manning Dr

    Chapel Hill, NC 27514

    (919) 966-7890

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Society of University Surgeons

    Member

    Society of Critical Care Medicine

    Member

    American Burn Association

    Member

    American Trauma Society

    Member

    North Carolina Medical Association

    Member

    What is Dr. Cairns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cairns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295829414.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cairns?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cairns

    What is Dr. Bruce Cairns's specialty?

    Dr. Cairns is a Trauma Surgeon near Chapel Hill, NC.

    What does a Trauma Surgeon do?

    Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.

    Is this Dr. Bruce Cairns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Cairns is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Trauma Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Trauma Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Bruce Cairns accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Cairns is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bruce Cairns offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cairns's office at (919) 966-7890 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bruce Cairns?

    Please contact Dr. Cairns's office at (919) 966-7890 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Cairns have?

    Dr. Bruce Cairns is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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