Richard Bruno currently practices family medicine at an underserved clinic in Baltimore city, where he is active in local, state, and national campaigns for universal healthcare, sugary drink reduction, and other public health interventions. He serves on the board of directors of the American Academy of Public Health Physicians, Sugar Free Kids Maryland, Hampden Family Center, and the Roland Park Civic League. He ran for state delegate in District 41 (Northwest Baltimore), and continues to engage politically, giving testimony and participating in events and rallies. He is a husband and father of two. Follow him on Twitter @RichardBrunoMD.
Select publications:
Bruno R. Opioid makers should pay for anti-addiction efforts. Baltimore Sun: January 14, 2018. http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/opinion/oped/bs-ed-op-0114-opioid-settlements-20180109-story.html
Bruno R. Polystyrene foam is bad for your body and the environment. Baltimore Sun. February 16, 2017. http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/opinion/oped/bs-ed-styrofoam-bill-20170216-story.html
Bruno R. The frivolous taking of life. Baltimore Sun. April 26, 2015. http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/opinion/oped/bs-ed-animal-labs-20150426-story.html
Bruno R. Tiny plastic microbeads are a big danger. Baltimore Sun. February 16, 2015. http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/opinion/oped/bs-ed-pcb-bill-20150216-story.html
Bruno R, Andrews A, Garvey B, et al. Videotaped patient stories: impact on medical students' attitudes regarding healthcare for the uninsured and underinsured. PLoS One. 2012;7(12):e51827.