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Dr. Michael Russo, MD

Dr. Michael Russo, MD

General Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Russo, MD is a general surgeon in Fountain Valley, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences in 2007. He is affiliated with medical facilities MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center and UCI Health-Fountain Valley. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (27 reviews)

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18111 Brookhurst St Ste 5600 Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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Dr. Russo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Russo

4.9

27 ratings, 16 with a written review
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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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VSG 12/12 2023 – Jan 20, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Former Patient – Oct 16, 2023
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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
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Kimmie – Dec 08, 2022
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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
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Keri V – Dec 06, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Natalie R. – Jul 08, 2022
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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
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Laura – Dec 04, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Susan Montasser – Oct 27, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Kathy Novak – Oct 06, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Peter Buchmueller – Dec 24, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
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Debbie in Costa Mesa, CA – Oct 18, 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
6 people found this helpful
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Andrea in none – Aug 30, 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
3 people found this helpful
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James ODonnell in Newport Beach, CA – Dec 22, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Brad in Mission Viejo – Apr 02, 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
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Treina Sontsa in Long Beach, CA – Feb 20, 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
5 people found this helpful
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Gastric Bypass Success Story in Irvine, CA – Sep 24, 2016
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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
12 people found this helpful
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Deb Chomatil in San Clemente, CA – Mar 26, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Russo is a board-certified and fellowship trained Bariatric, Gastroesophageal, and General Surgeon. He specializes in minimally-invasive and robotic techniques to give his patients the best possible outcome.

He completed...
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  • General Surgery

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  • Stanford University

    Fellowship Hospital, 2014
  • University Of Nevada, Reno School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2008
  • University Of Toledo College Of Medicine And Life Sciences

    Medical School, 2007
  • Marquette University / College Of Health Sciences

    Undergraduate School, 2003
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Smart DIMENSIONS

Smart DIMENSIONS18111 Brookhurst St Ste 5600 Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center

    18111 Brookhurst St
    Fountain Valley, CA 92708
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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  • UCI Health-Fountain Valley

    17100 Euclid St
    Fountain Valley, CA 92708
    Recipient of 6
    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

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    63%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    4% lower than the national average

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