Mr. Bruce Eric Ruben MD

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Get to know Infectious Disease, Hyperbaric Medicine and Wound Care Specialist Dr. Bruce E. Ruben, who serves the population of Michigan. Bruce E. Ruben, MD, esteemed Infectious Disease, Hyperbaric Medicine and Wound Care Specialist serving as Founder and Medical Director of Encompass Healthcare and Wound Medicine, has been named a 2018 Top Doctor in Michigan. Top Doctor Awards are dedicated to selecting and honoring those healthcare practitioners who have demonstrated clinical excellence while delivering the highest standards of patient care. Dr. Bruce E. Ruben is a highly respected and experienced physician, having been in practice for over three decades. His acclaimed career in medicine began in 1985, when he graduated with his Medical Degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine. Since graduating, he has furthered his education by undertaking a number of extensive advanced training courses. Dr. Ruben is triple board certified in Internal Medicine, Infectious Disease, and Hyperbaric Medicine. He has dedicated his life to providing the highest standard of quality and compassionate care to his patients, and is highly sought after worldwide for opinions, consultations, and patient outreach. With a passion for his field, he is noted for his expertise in healing infections and wounds. Dr. Ruben has earned the nickname “thewoundcaredoc” for his extensive expertise, and strives to make his patients comfortable in his state of the art office. Infectious disease specialists identify whether the disease is caused by germs, ranging from flu to hospital acquired infections to pneumonia, often discovered through blood tests and then determine what course of treatment, if any, is necessary.

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