About
Bruce Cunningham, DO, dist. FACOFP, is a family physician with over 30 years of clinical experience. He spent three decades practicing in Woodbury, MN before bringing his practice to the lakes area of Crosslake. As an osteopathic physician, he delivers the full spectrum of family medicine with an advanced background in the musculoskeletal system. He includes osteopathic manipulation when clinically indicated.
Dr. Cunningham earned the Distinguished Fellow Award from the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians in 2017, one of only 75 physicians to hold that honor. Mpls/St. Paul magazine named him a Top Doctor in 2012. He has served as president of the Minnesota Osteopathic Medical Society twice, acted as a national delegate to the American Osteopathic Association House of Delegates, and contributed to both the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation and the National Osteopathic Board of Medical Examiners. He has also mentored medical students through office rotations. Away from medicine, Dr. Cunningham has been married to Pam for over 39 years. They have four children and nine grandchildren.
Education & Training
Osteopathic medical training (DO)
Certifications
Who is Dr. Cunningham right for?
Dr. Cunningham is a strong fit for patients of all ages who want a long-term relationship with a seasoned family physician. He treats the full spectrum of primary care needs, from children and young adults to seniors managing chronic conditions. Patients dealing with musculoskeletal issues benefit from his osteopathic background and hands-on manipulation skills. His small panel size means patients reach him directly by phone, text, or email. Families looking for a single trusted doctor across generations will find his approach especially well suited.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Cunningham provides full-spectrum family medicine for patients of all ages, from newborns through seniors. He manages acute illness, chronic disease, preventive care, and medication management. His osteopathic training also allows him to address musculoskeletal conditions with hands-on manipulation techniques.
Dr. Cunningham holds the Distinguished Fellow Award from the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians, one of only 75 physicians nationwide to earn that distinction. He is a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine with over 30 years in family practice.
Dr. Cunningham trained as a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, giving him an advanced understanding of the musculoskeletal system alongside his full primary care training. He incorporates osteopathic manipulation into patient care when clinically appropriate. This service is included in the membership.
Dr. Cunningham has practiced family medicine for over 30 years. He spent three decades in Woodbury, MN before relocating to the Crosslake lakes area, where he has practiced for more than three years.
Yes. Mpls/St. Paul magazine named Dr. Cunningham one of its Top Doctors in 2012. In 2017, the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians awarded him the Distinguished Fellow designation, an honor held by only 75 members nationally.
Dr. Cunningham has served as president of the Minnesota Osteopathic Medical Society twice. He has acted as a national delegate to the American Osteopathic Association House of Delegates. He also served on the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation and the National Osteopathic Board of Medical Examiners.
Yes. Dr. Cunningham practices full-spectrum family medicine and sees patients from birth through older adulthood. The membership pricing structure reflects this range, with tiers starting at age 0 and extending through 65 and older.
Yes. Members receive Dr. Cunningham's cell phone number and can reach him by call, text, email, or video chat. This direct access is a core part of membership at UR Country Doc.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026