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Dr. Melissa Larusso, DO

Dr. Melissa Larusso, DO

Rheumatology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Melissa Larusso, DO is a rheumatologist in Greenwich, CT and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2007. She is affiliated with medical facilities Greenwich Hospital and Stamford Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

6 Greenwich Office Park Greenwich, CT 06831
Telehealth available

Dr. Larusso is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Larusso specializes in the area of Rheumatology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Larusso's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Larusso

4.8
18 ratings, 14 with a written review
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2 star
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1 star
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The Best
Personable, sincere, knowledgeable, intelligent, helpful, caring, great doctor. Highly recommended!!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Apr 26, 2025
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The best!
Dr. Larusso is extraordinarily personable, always on time, extremely knowledgeable, and goes out of her way to help. She also has an assistant Chris who is an expert working with insurance companies, and he’s fantastic too!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Justin – Mar 07, 2025
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- No long wait time- Medical history taken in detail - Staff is courteous and pleasant - Dr. Larusso explains in detail and takes her time not a rush visit.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Jan 10, 2025
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Another excellent visit
Telehealth
Dr. LaRusso spent ample time with me during my Telehealth appointment, and introduced a new medication for me. She also adjusted the medication I am currently on. I feel very comfortable with Dr. LaRusso.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Sep 27, 2024
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Doctor Larusso
Doctor Larusso very profesional and kind doing the treatments. Thank you for your help.Víctor Constanza
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Aug 30, 2024
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Wonderful doctor
Thorough, thoughtful and kind. I haven't felt this level of care from a doctor in a very long time. So glad I found her.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Aug 25, 2024
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Dr Larusso
Dr. LaRusso is a wonderful caregiver, she is very approachable and takes the time to listen. I appreciate her thoughtful approach to addressing your issues.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Eamon McCooey – Jul 26, 2024
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I would give Dr.Larusso 10 stars
I found the entire staff from front to back very professional. Dr. Larusso I found to be the most compassionate and very knowledgeable of my condition. From my first visit she has been so caring and warm hearted Dr. She takes times to answer all your questions and concerns. You can’t find many Drs. today that treat you like this. I highly recommend her for a Rheumatologist. She my life long friend and Rheumatologist
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Pattie M – Jul 25, 2024
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Caring and knowledgeable
Dr. LaRusso is a very warm knowledgeable doctor who is the model for what all doctors should be like.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Jun 29, 2024
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First visit!
Dr. Melissa was warm & friendly as well as medically astute to my problems! I felt like I was with an old friend on my first visit, no tension or surprises!! She is my new rheumatologist!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Joyce K. – Jun 01, 2024
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First visit with Dr. M. Larusso
First of all the reception desk was organized and extremely friendly and most importantly my appointment was on time. I give Dr. Larusso a 10 star rating. She is everyone's dream of a caring doctor. Explained everything to me and answered every question I asked with patience and knowledge that was caring and understanding. She never rushed the appointment and made you feel there is hope for your problem. Thank you!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Cathryn – May 24, 2024
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What A Delightful Surprise
Dr LaRusso was caring about my back problems. She assessed my information and gave me hope that I there is a light at the end of the tunnel. I left feeling a lot more confident that I will be free of pain and with some lifestyle changes keep the problems from getting worse.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Emily – Apr 02, 2024
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Excellent physician!
Excellent doctor who showed a genuine concern for resolving my health issue. Made me feel comfortable and confident in her diagnosis.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Jan 05, 2024
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After my first visit with Dr.Larusso i was more than happy with her work. She took the time to explain every detail and every medication for what she thinks i have. Her nurse in training Alyson, was more than welcoming and friendly! I was extremely impressed when she used an ultrasound to take my blood and she to also explained what she was doing ! I will recommend Dr. Larusso to all my family and friends if they need a rheumatologist !
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Paul in Staten Island, NY – Aug 12, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Melissa Larusso, DO is a rheumatologist in Greenwich, CT and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2007. She is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • North Shore & Lij Medical Centers

    Fellowship Hospital, 2012
  • Beth Israel Medical Center - Petrie Campus

    Internship Hospital, 2008
  • New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2007
  • Saint Johns University Of New York

    Undergraduate School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Rheumatology
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Dr. Larusso is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Unavail6 Greenwich Office Park Greenwich, CT 06831
    1
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions
    Orthopaedic & Neurosurgery Specialists PLLC500 Mamaroneck Ave Harrison, NY 10528
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates Inc.291 Independence Dr Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Stamford Hospital

      1 Hospital Plz
      Stamford, CT 06902
      Recipient of 4
      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

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Greenwich Hospital

      5 Perryridge Rd
      Greenwich, CT 06830
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      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.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality