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Dr. Russell Blakeley, MD

Dr. Russell Blakeley, MD

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Russell Blakeley, MD is a cardiologist in Coeur D Alene, ID and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center-San Antonio in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Kootenai Health and Bonner General Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

700 W Ironwood Dr Ste 320 Coeur D Alene, ID 83814

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Blakeley is affiliated with Kootenai Health Coeur D Alene, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Blakeley is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Blakeley specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Blakeley's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Blakeley

4.9

16 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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What went well
  • 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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Jun 28, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Bill Krejci in Moyie Springs, ID – Dec 04, 2018
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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
Helpful
J Asche in Sandpoint, ID – Apr 23, 2017
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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
Helpful
Don Knicely in Priest River – Apr 10, 2017
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Janet in Sandpoint, ID – Mar 19, 2017
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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
Helpful
Kenneth Gardner in Sandpoint Id – Feb 26, 2017
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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
Helpful
Judy Hanson in Heron, MT – Feb 18, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Jennifer Wood in Priest River, ID – Feb 16, 2017
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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
Helpful
Sharon Nale in Post Falls, ID – Jan 19, 2017
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What went well
  • 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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Bonners Ferry, ID – Jan 19, 2017
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What went well
  • 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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Charlene Fields in Sandpoint, ID – Jan 18, 2017
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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
Helpful
Sam Acuna in Bonners Ferry, Id – Jan 12, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Kootenai Heart Clinics Northwest provide heart patients across the northwest with the highest level of comprehensive cardiovascular care available.
  • Cardiology

  • 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.

  • Emory University- Interventional Cardiology

    1989
  • Emory University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988
  • Emory University

    Residency Hospital, 1985
  • Emory University

    Internship Hospital, 1983
  • University Of Texas Health Science Center-san Antonio

    Medical School, 1982
  • Texas Tech University - Lubbock, Tx

    Undergraduate School, 1974
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Blakeley is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Element Dental PLLC700 W Ironwood Dr Ste 320 Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
    1

    Practice

    Kootenai Health Inc.2003 Kootenai Health Way Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
    2

    Practice

    Office423 N Third Ave Ste 355 Sandpoint, ID 83864
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Kootenai Health

      2003 Kootenai Health Way
      Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
      Recipient of 11
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

      View all awards

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% 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
    • Bonner General Hospital

      520 N Third Ave
      Sandpoint, ID 83864

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Boundary Community Hospital

      6640 Kaniksu St
      Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
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