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Dr. Mark Russo, MD

Dr. Mark Russo, MD

Thoracic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Russo, MD is a thoracic surgery specialist in New Brunswick, NJ and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Russo has extensive experience in Cardiac Surgical Procedures. He graduated from A Einstein Col Med Yeshiva University in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Community Medical Center and Monmouth Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Locations

Rutgers - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Rutgers - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School125 Paterson St Ste 4100 New Brunswick, NJ 08901
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RWJ University Hospital New Brunswick

RWJ University Hospital New Brunswick1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl Ste 512 New Brunswick, NJ 08901
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At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Russo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Russo

3.8

10 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Robert S Lewis – Dec 17, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Oct 05, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Gloria Swanson – Aug 04, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
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George Young – Aug 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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LeeAnn Voss – Aug 29, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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M. Fox – Apr 02, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Apr 23, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
24 people found this helpful
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elizabeth stefanic in Middletown, NJ – Apr 26, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

nbsp;To achieve the best possible patient outcomes Dr Russo uses leading edge technologies including minimally invasive endovascular and hybrid approaches; transcatheter valve replacement TAVR ; valve sparing aortic procedures; and advanced card...read more

biography

Dr. Russo is Chief of Cardiac Surgery; Director of Structural Heart Disease; and Associate Professor of Surgery at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.An internationally-known expert in the treatment of heart...read more
  • Thoracic Surgery

  • Transplant Surgery

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Medical School
  • Dartmouth College

    Medical School
  • Dartmouth University Geisel School Of Medicine

    Medical School
  • Columbia College Phys&surg/ny Presbyterian Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital Columbia University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2008
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital Columbia University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2003
  • A Einstein Col Med Yeshiva University

    Medical School, 2002
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

    1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl
    New Brunswick, NJ 08901
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Monmouth Medical Center

    300 2nd Ave
    Long Branch, NJ 07740
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

    201 Lyons Ave
    Newark, NJ 07112
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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