Dr. Lena Bruce, MD
Family Practitioner
12422 Highway 6 Santa Fe TX, 77510About
Dr. Lena Bruce is a family practitioner practicing in Santa Fe, TX. Dr. Bruce specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Bruce possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Texas A&M University, TX 1988
Board Certification
American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM)
Provider Details
Dr. Lena Bruce, MD's Expert Contributions
Can anemia be fixed without medications?
Yes it can. It depends on what is causing the anemia. Menstrual cycles? A bleeding ulcer? First and foremost be sure there is no excess blood loss. If you are iron deficient, you may eat green leafy vegetables, Molasses, Pumpkin seeds, Seaweed, and red meats to raise your iron stores. You can also drink red wine and cook in an iron skillet. (Yes there is absorption from the skillet into the food). READ MORE
Are there any medications for seasonal allergies?
There are many OTC antihistamines that work great. I would avoid the sedating ones like Diphenhydramine or Carbinoxamine. Good examples would be Chlorpheniramine, Fexofenadine, Loratidine, Desloratidine, and Levocetirizine. READ MORE
Can snoring be fixed?
Yes, but she will need to be evaluated by an ENT Specialist. It may involve positioning of her body, nose sprays, or even surgical intervention. READ MORE
What medications can be used for tonsilitis?
Tonsils are the straining organs for many infections. If a virus is causing the illness, rest and topical measures are good. If the infection is caused by bacteria, she will needs oral antibiotics from a doctor. The best method to decrease inflammation and pain is a simple salt water gargle with 1/2 tsp salt in a cup of warm water. You can even add a few drops of hydrogen peroxide to add extra disinfectant properties. READ MORE
When can you exercise after kidney stone surgery?
It depends on what type of surgery you will be having. If it involves opening the abdomen, it will be 4-6 weeks. If they plan on placing a stent and pulling out the stone, you may only be healing for a week or two. READ MORE
What doctor should I see for headaches?
Generally a Primary Care doctor can treat most headaches, but sometimes it may involve a Neurologist or Opthalmologist. READ MORE
Does bariatric surgery help GERD?
There are a few procedures which help GERD as well as Obesity. It depends on your specific case. READ MORE
Can obesity be treated with medications?
Possibly. First a complete analysis of her lifestyle and risk factors would have to be done. There are medications for slow metabolism, appropriate usage of nutrients, and management of problem areas. A doctor would have to see her to find the proper solution. READ MORE
Which food improves sperm quality?
Seafood, Sea Weed, Walnuts, Brazil nuts, and Garlic are beneficial. Avoid Soy products as these are plant estrogens; and plastic drinking or eating containers, release toxins when they are heated that destroy your Testosterone levels as well as the sperm health. READ MORE
At what age do late talkers talk?
Usually at 2 years of age language is more evident, but sometimes when they do not feel the need to talk or are processing more than 1 language it can be delayed a little longer. READ MORE
How long does it take to do a chest CT scan?
approximately 30 min to 1 hour READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Memberships
- American Medical Association
- American Association of Family Practitioners
- Bariatric Society
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Get to know Family Physician Dr. Lena R. Bruce, who serves patients in Santa Fe, Texas.
Dr. Bruce has been serving in her current role as a sole proprietor at Lena R Bruce, MD – Family Practice & Santa Fe Weight Loss for over three decades. She is an expert in the field of family medicine, having established a solid reputation for treating her patients with kindness, compassion, and expertise.
Feeling incredibly lucky to be able to help people on a daily basis, Dr. Bruce performs procedures, looks after hospitalized patients, monitors BioTE Hormone Therapy, and oversees a variety of women’s health issues on an average day.
With over a decade of experience in bariatric medicine, her practice allows patients of all ages to access much needed health products and services. Services provided include prescription appetite suppressants, weight loss injections and supplements, with the overall aim to help patients reach their weight loss goals.
Throughout her entire life, Dr. Bruce has enjoyed helping those in need, from strangers, to animals, to family. Due to this passion, she decided to attend the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and study for her medical degree, successfully graduating in 1988.
Furthering her training, she performed her residency in family medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals in 1991.
In pursuit of clinical excellence, she is board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM). The ABFM is a non-profit, independent medical association of American physicians who practice family medicine and its sub-specialties.
Showing a remarkable drive to continue learning and sharing her knowledge, Dr. Bruce is a member of numerous esteemed professional organizations to help enhance her career. These include the American Medical Association, the American Association of Family Practitioners, and the Bariatric Society.
Family medicine is a medical specialty devoted to comprehensive health care for people of all ages. The specialist is called a family physician or family doctor. A family physician is often the first person a patient sees when seeking healthcare services. They examine and treat patients with a wide range of conditions and refer those with serious ailments to a specialist or appropriate facility.
Throughout her working life, Dr. Bruce has been blessed with an extremely successful career. She attributes her achievements to the grace of God, her drive, and her love of medicine. Some of her professional accomplishments include being Chief Resident at University of Texas, as well as her missionary work in Houston, Texas, South America, and Mexico.
Looking to the future, Dr. Bruce aims to remain practicing in her current capacity, where she hopes to continue providing exceptional patient care and fighting regulations.
In her spare time, she enjoys wildlife conservation, riding motorcycles, and hiking. Additionally, she volunteers at a variety of charities, particularly those in the fields of wildlife, breast cancer, and autism.https://pressrelease.healthcare/lena-r-bruce-md-a-family-physician-with-lena-r-bruce-md-family-practice-santa-fe-weight-loss.html
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