Dawn Ruminski, DO is a licensed Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine with over 18 years of clinical experience. She provides conservative medical care with a focus on medication management, medical acupuncture, and integrative approaches to musculoskeletal and pain-related conditions.
Dr. Ruminski is a retired United States Army Major and brings extensive experience in caring for both active-duty service members and veterans. She practices at Valley Physical Medicine and collaborates with the chiropractic and rehabilitative team when appropriate.
Clinical Focus
Dr. Ruminski provides medical evaluation and management for musculoskeletal and pain-related conditions. Her clinical focus includes:
- Medication management for chronic pain and musculoskeletal conditions
- Medical acupuncture, including battlefield acupuncture techniques
- Integrative care planning in collaboration with chiropractic and rehabilitation providers
- Management of functional limitations related to chronic conditions and post-injury recovery
Her approach emphasizes conservative care, appropriate use of medical therapies, and coordination with other licensed providers when indicated.
Experience & Credentials
- Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- Licensed Physician – North Carolina
- Over 18 years of clinical experience
- Retired United States Army Major
- Former Brigade Surgeon and Flight Surgeon
- Extensive experience caring for active-duty service members and veterans
- Certified Instructor in Battlefield Acupuncture
- Advanced training in physician-performed medical acupuncture
- Provides medical oversight for DMEPOS spinal and joint bracing
Collaborative Care
Dr. Ruminski practices within a medically integrated environment and collaborates with chiropractic and rehabilitation providers to support conservative, coordinated care. Her role emphasizes appropriate medical evaluation, treatment planning, and oversight while respecting the distinct scopes of practice of all licensed providers involved in patient care.