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Dr. Russell Degges, MD

Dr. Russell Degges, MD

General Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Russell Degges, MD is a general surgeon in Jonesboro, AR and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with Nea Baptist Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

4800 E Johnson Ave Jonesboro, AR 72405

Make an Appointment

(870) 936-1000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Degges is affiliated with Nea Baptist Memorial Hospital Jonesboro, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Degges specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Degges' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Degges

3.5
10 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
50%
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4 star
10%
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3 star
10%
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2 star
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1 star
30%
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I had a bowel perforation in 2014 and Dr Degges saved my life. Great bedside manner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
Helpful
Beth Cupp – Jan 28, 2020
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Dr. Degges is a wonderful Doctor and surgeon. He removed my gallbladder, he clearly explained everything and was very caring about my needs. Thank you Dr. Degges!
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Melissa Connell in AR – Oct 26, 2018
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I went to see Dr. Degges in March of 2017 after I developed what I thought was a hernia in my groin. After an exam, he confirmed I did indeed have one. He allowed me to schedule corrective surgery on my schedule. I explained that I was very active and wanted to continue my level of fitness after the surgery. With a smile, he assured me that once the procedure was healed that I could go back to my normal level of exercise and work as long as I waited to heal properly. He did a great job!!
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Doug in Harrisburg, AR – Dec 17, 2017
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I went in for a rectal construction. Then had a colon leak and got sepsis. Almost died. My organs started shutting down. He did 4 other surgerys while I was in there. After leaving I was going to have to go back to him for more reconstructive surgery. I went to UAMS. They ended up taking my hole colon out and went down the whole thing repaired all that was had been screwed up. I still have chronic diarrhea immunity problems, hearnias...and a lot of other problems because of what he did to me.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
3 others found this helpful
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Steele, MO – Sep 30, 2017
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I have had the privilege of working with and being a patient of Dr. Degges, he is one of the most awesome surgeons I know and so is his partners. I would recommend him to all my friends and family
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Peggy lancaster in Jonesboro ar – Sep 06, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Russell Degges, MD is a general surgeon in Jonesboro, AR and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with Nea Baptist Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • General 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.

  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
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General Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Baptist Memorial Hospital-Jonesboro Inc4800 E Johnson Ave Jonesboro, AR 72405
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sat: 7:00am - 4:00pm
    • Sun: 7:00am - 4:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Nea Baptist Memorial Hospital

    4800 E Johnson Ave
    Jonesboro, AR 72405
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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