

Orthopaedics
James Bruffey, M.D.
La Jolla, CA
Orthopedic surgeon James Bruffey, MD, treats a variety of diseases and conditions of the musculoskeletal system and has expertise in lumbar and cervical disc herniation, adult spondylolisthesis and degenerative scoliosis, post-traumatic spinal conditions, spinal stenosis, cervical myelopathy and radiculopathy, adjacent segment disease after fusion, revision surgery and spinal fractures related to osteoporosis, tumor and trauma. Additionally, his practice includes minimally invasive techniques fo
30+
Years in Practice
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Spine Surgery
Conditions & Treatments
Spinal FusionDegenerative Spine ConditionsCervical Spine DisordersLumbar Spine DisordersSpinal Deformity & ScoliosisMinimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
- Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
- Scripps Green Hospital
- Scripps Mercy Hospital
Experience
30+ years in practice