Dr. Bridget Gruender, MD | DPC Provider | DPC Directory
Family Medicine
About
Dr. Bridget Gruender, born and raised in southeast Missouri, has been a Columbia resident most of her adult life. She graduated from the University of Missouri‑Columbia School of Medicine and completed her residency at the Cox Family Medicine Residency Program in Springfield, Missouri. Dr. Gruender chose Family Medicine because she values the unique, long‑term relationships she can form with patients and their families, and she enjoys caring for all ages and treating common illnesses. In her free time she spends time with her family, relaxes at the lake, reads, bakes, and practices yoga. She founded Liberty Family Medicine in July 2016 to provide affordable, personalized primary care through a Direct Primary Care model.
Education
Medical School: University of Missouri (2016)
Residency: Cox Family Medicine Residency, Springfield, Missouri
Board Certification & Credentials
Degree: Doctor of Medicine
Specialty: Family Medicine
Board Certified: Family Medicine - American Board of Family Medicine
Years in Practice: 11+ years
Licensing
NPI Number: 1750720637
Primary License: Missouri (MO) - 2014022140 (expires 45688)
Community Involvement
Dr. Gruender helps other women business owners succeed by leasing space to local women in the healthcare industry at reduced rates and participates in community outreach events.
DPC Experience
Started DPC: 7/5/2016
Planning to Start DPC: 7/5/2016