Your COR Spine Team
Dr. Bruce E. Witmer
Analysis & Treatment of Spine, Nerve & Muscle Damage; Trauma & Disease
​Practicing in Northern Nevada since 1997, Dr. Witmer uses the latest technology to analyze and treat spine, nerve and muscle damage, as well as musculoskeletal trauma and disease. He is trained in electrodiagnostics (EMG), muscle, joint and spine injections.
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He uses a team approach to evaluate and treat spine (back and neck) pain, sciatica and pain that is reoccurring or of uncertain origin. Emphasizing time tested, non-operative, minimally invasive protocols for inflammation control, the swelling and therefore the pain, can be mitigated. This control is then maintained with training in a self driven home program of mechanical and medicinal treatments.
Our goal is to create a core of applied knowledge and self expertise of your own condition that helps your care evolve into one of guided self management. Our support will be standing by when needed. Imperative in this is the concept of immediate access when a flare of symptoms begin, so that the path back to normal function and pain control is expedited. We understand and treat from the vantage point that you’re healthiest when active, and this activity can only be reliably pursued with a plan for reining in, and maintaining control of, your pain. We’ll be here for you, especially when the need hits.
MEDICAL SCHOOL
Medical College of Virginia, Richmond
RESIDENCY
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia
UNR - SCHOOL of MEDICINE
Clinical Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehab
SERVED as MEDICAL DIRECTOR
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Renown Rehabilitation Hospital
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Washoe Rehab Hospital
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Northern Nevada Medical Center
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
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Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehab
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University of Virginia Medical Alumni Association
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Washoe County Medical Society
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Nevada State Medical Association
Jen Simonds
DNP, MSN-FNP, BSN
Jennifer joined our team in December 2021. She began her medical career as a nurse in 2007 from Hawaii Pacific University. She completed her Masters of Science in Nursing from the University of Cincinnati. She was Board Certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners in 2014. In 2022, Jennifer earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Advanced Practice from the University of Nevada, Reno, where she was recognized with the Dean's Award for her academic excellence. Although formally trained as a Family Nurse Practitioner, Jennifer has extensive experience across multiple specialties, including emergency medicine and orthopedics. She has also participated in several medical mission trips to rural communities in West Africa and Jamaica, providing care with a focus on infectious diseases. Jennifer lives in Truckee, California, with her husband and their three children. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, has a deep love for animals, and takes every opportunity to explore the outdoors.
Meet Your Pain Management Team
SENIOR MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Kelly A.
Kelly grew up in Buffalo New York and has been a Buffalo Bills fan for as long as she can remember. She has lived in Reno/Sparks area for 30+ years where she’s raised her family. Kelly has worked in healthcare for 25-years with most of that time with DR. Witmer (15+ years). When not at work Kelly likes hanging out with her family, watching her grandchildren play at football games and spending time with her dog and two birds.
BENEFITS & AUTHORIZATION SPECIALIST
Carrie E.
Carrie grew up in the Los Angeles , CA area and has been in Northern Nevada for 23+ years. She was originally a medical assistant for 26 years, but recently found her passion as an insurance & authorization specialist. She enjoys spending time with her family and cuddles with her dogs.
FRONT DESK PATIENT REPRESENTATIVE
Brandon A.
Brandon has always been interested in helping people and learning new tasks which the medical field brings. Outside of work, Brandon likes coaching and playing football with his kids while being out and enjoying the area.
X-RAY TECHNICIAN
Kristin R.
Kristin has been an X-ray Technician and Clinical Lab Assistant in the Reno area for 10-years. She grew up in Livermore, CA. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, spending time with her five children and three dogs. She really likes everything this area has to offer – especially the four seasons and local concerts.
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