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Facilities: Bozeman Health Deaconess Regional Medical Center
Organizations: Bozeman Health Internal Medicine and Palliative Care
Address: 915 Highland Blvd., Bozeman, MT 59715
Phone: 406-414-5546
Fax: 406-414-5577
Languages: English
Education
Certifications
Specialties: Palliative Care
Special Practice Interests: Hospice
Status: Active
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Insurance Accepted: Allegiance-Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, First Choice Health / Multi-Plan / Aetna, InterWest Health, Medicaid, Medicare, MT Health Co-Op, Pacific Source, United Healthcare
Biography:
Douglas Burns, DO, is a board-certified family physician who is a hospice and palliative medicine specialist at Bozeman Health. He provides compassionate care for patients facing serious illness, focusing on symptom management, quality of life, and support for both patients and their families. Dr. Burns is experienced in inpatient palliative care, hospice medical direction, and interdisciplinary team collaboration. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathy from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his Family Medicine Residency in Montana, followed by a Hospice and Palliative Care Fellowship in Philadelphia. Dr. Burns is committed to patient-centered care that prioritizes comfort, dignity, and individualized support at every stage of serious illness.
Philosophy of Care
I believe that thoughtful, compassionate care is essential when facing serious illness. My focus is on relieving symptoms, supporting patients’ goals, and guiding families through difficult decisions with honesty, empathy and respect.
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