About
Dr. Bridget Gruender founded Liberty Family Medicine in Columbia, Missouri in July 2016. She grew up in southeast Missouri and has called Columbia home for most of her adult life. She earned her medical degree at the University of Missouri-Columbia and completed her residency in the Cox Family Medicine Residency Program in Springfield, Missouri.
Dr. Gruender chose family medicine for the deep relationships it builds across entire families. She treats patients of all ages and enjoys performing minor procedures in addition to managing chronic conditions. She serves on the board of directors for the Voluntary Action Center and participates in community wellness events. She and her husband Jason, the practice's Healthcare Advisor, share a commitment to both the clinic and the Columbia community.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Missouri-Columbia
Residency
Family Medicine, Cox Family Medicine Residency Program, Springfield, Missouri
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Gruender right for?
Dr. Gruender sees patients of all ages, from newborns to older adults. She works well with individuals managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, or depression. Patients who want a long-term physician relationship with their whole family will find her approach a natural fit. She currently accepts new patients on a limited basis.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Gruender treats a broad range of acute and chronic conditions. Her chronic disease focus includes diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, obesity, heart disease, asthma, thyroid disorders, migraines, and mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. She also sees patients for preventive care and performs minor in-office procedures.
Yes. Dr. Gruender sees patients from newborns through older adults. She values caring for entire families and building relationships across generations.
Dr. Gruender practices at the Liberty Family Medicine Columbia location at 2614 Forum Boulevard, Suite 100. She also oversees the Jefferson City clinic.
Dr. Gruender currently accepts new patients on a limited basis. Call the Columbia clinic directly to ask about availability.
Dr. Gruender earned her medical degree at the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine. She then completed the Cox Family Medicine Residency Program in Springfield, Missouri.
Yes. Dr. Gruender performs a range of in-office procedures. These include laceration repair, cyst removal, ingrown toenail removal, joint injections, IUD insertion and removal, and skin lesion removal for biopsy, among others.
Yes. Members reach Dr. Gruender by phone, text, or email. After-hours phone access is available for urgent concerns.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026