Dr. Christopher James Bruce MD
Surgeon
2705 Dekalb Pike Suite 309 Norristown PA, 19401About
Dr. Christopher Bruce is a colon and rectal surgeon practicing in East Norriton, PA. Dr. Bruce specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. As a colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Bruce often treats conditions like rectal cancer, colon cancer, hemorrhoids, anal fissures and diverticulitis. Dr. Bruce specializes in minimally invasive techniques and is an expert in robotic surgery. He also performs general surgery procedures including hernia repair.
Education and Training
UMDNJ- New Jersey Medical School MD 1989
Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj 1989
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School 1989
Board Certification
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon & Rectal SurgeryABCRS
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Chief of Surgery Suburban Community Hospital 2010 - 2018
Awards
- Top Doctors - New York Metro Area 2006 Castle Connolly
- Top Doctors - New York Metro Area 2007 Castle Connolly
- Top Doctors - New York Metro Area 2008 Castle Connolly
- Top Doctors 2012 US News & World Report
- Top Doctors - Philadelphia 2016 Castle Connolly
- Top Doctors - Philadelphia 2017 Castle Connolly
Treatments
- Colon Cancer
- Genital Warts
- Colon Polyps
- Diverticulosis
- Vascular Disease
- Aerolase® Technologies
Professional Memberships
- SAGES
- New York Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons - Past President
- Philadelphia Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
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