Bruce Ziran
M.D.
Medical Director of Orthopedics
- Shepherd Center Main Campus
Bruce Ziran, M.D., has been with Shepherd Center since 2025 and works with the following program:
- Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation
Specialties
- Orthopedic trauma
Education and training
University of California, Davis Medical Center
Fellowship, Trauma Surgery, 1995
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Residency, Orthopedic Surgery, 1994
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Internship, General Surgery, 1989
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Medical School, 1988
Case Western Reserve University
Bachelor of Science, Engineering, 1980-1984
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery
Awards
- 2017 Orthopaedic Trauma Association and American Fracture Association Community Surgeon Achievement Award
About
Bruce Ziran, M.D. is driven by a passion for solving the most complex medical challenges, particularly those others consider unfixable. Known for his relentless curiosity and problem solving mindset, Dr. Ziran is drawn to the most catastrophic and life altering conditions, where innovative thinking and technical precision can help patients reclaim their lives.
Dr. Ziran was drawn to Shepherd Center for its unmatched reputation as the best of the best — an institution where the most severe and complicated cases come to heal and recover. He sees Shepherd as the place where his unique skill set and mindset are most impactful.
Born in England and raised in Ohio from the age of three, Dr. Ziran completed much of his education and training in Pittsburgh before ultimately coming to Atlanta. His diverse background and experiences have shaped both his clinical perspective and his commitment to innovation.
Outside of Shepherd Center, Dr. Ziran is an entrepreneur and engineer by training, developing advanced implants and products for both military and commercial use. A man of many talents, he is also a bass guitarist, a “rock doc” who has provided care for touring bands, a weekend farmer, and an avid Formula One racing enthusiast. Above all, Dr. Ziran is a devoted father of four and is deeply involved in his children’s lives.