Dr Robert Bunning is a board-certified rheumatologist and internal medicine physician. He has served as the director of the Arthritis Program at MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital since 1986. Dr Bunning's traditional practice specializes in rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, lupus, gout, and various muscle diseases. His model of care includes exercise therapy and rehabilitation. He has extensive experience in maximizing outcomes after total joint replacement and his research interest includes the pharmacologic treatment of osteoporosis. Most major insurances accepted.