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Bruce Trapnell

Pulmonology

Bruce Trapnell, M.D.

Director, Translational Pulmonary Science Center

Bruce C. Trapnell, MS, MD, is a pulmonologist specializing in rare lung diseases, cystic fibrosis, alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM), and pulmonary alveolar proteinosis (PAP), with a focus on pediatric and adult patients including those with treatment-refractory or genetic conditions. He serves children and adults at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center and University Hospital, directing care for complex cases such as autoimmune PAP caused by GM-CSF autoanti

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Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine (ABIM)
  • Pulmonary Medicine (ABIM)

Education & Training

  • Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine (MD, 1984)
  • Residency: Ohio State University Hospital (Internal Medicine, 1984-1987)
  • Fellowship: Clinical Center at the National Institutes of Health (Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine, 1988-1989)

Years in Practice

40+ years

Peer Recognition

  • HealthgradesHealthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Cystic Fibrosis

Conditions & Treatments

COPD

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • University of Cincinnati Medical Center
  • Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
  • University of Cincinnati

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Trapnell treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Trapnell accept Aetna insurance?
Bruce Trapnell's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 7 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
Where does Dr. Trapnell practice?
Bruce Trapnell practices in Cincinnati, OH with hospital affiliations including University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, and University of Cincinnati.
What does Dr. Trapnell specialize in?
Bruce Trapnell is a board-certified pulmonology specialist with focus areas in Cystic Fibrosis.
How long has Dr. Trapnell been practicing?
Bruce Trapnell has 42+ years of clinical experience in pulmonology.
What is Dr. Trapnell's medical training?
Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine (MD, 1984); Residency: Ohio State University Hospital (Internal Medicine, 1984-1987); Fellowship: Clinical Center at the National Institutes of Health (Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine, 1988-1989).

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