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Dr. Paul Russo, MD

Dr. Paul Russo, MD

Urology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Russo, MD is a urologist in New York, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Chester County Hospital and Overlook Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Practice

1275 York Ave New York, NY 10065
Telehealth available

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Dr. Russo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Russo

4.5
37 ratings, 13 with a written review
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Spared from unnecessary surgery
Telehealth
Thank goodness for my consultation with Dr. Russo. Other doctors were quick to suggest an operation. He suggested further testing to rule out a 10% possibility of a benign tumor. This additional testing, evaluation and care for the overall person, spared my loved one major surgery. I am beyond grateful to his expertise and empathy. In addition, an immensely pleasant person.
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
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 20, 2024
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Charming at the 'meet and greet', very rude and dismissive when asked an important question re a mistake he made that landed me in a hospital for two days. He may be good overall, for others. But he caused me pain and the shock of a two day hospital stay when I was clearly told I'd be an outpatient. That said, I cannot recommend him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Sep 26, 2022
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Amazing Dr and person
Dr Russo is like no other when it comes to a surgeon. He treats his patients like his family and you feel like your are in the best hands possible. Had my kidney removed last summer and Dr Russo was kind and patient explaining every detail so that I could make informed decisions. Simply the best!
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
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Cindy – Jul 20, 2022
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I have no words to express my gratitude and admiration for this brilliant doctor who is also possessed of enormous compassion and charisma. He and his team successfully performed a very complex surgery at Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospital, removing a large malignant tumor mass from my husband's only kidney. Before I went to see Dr. Paul Russo, the kidney was going to be completely removed and my husband was going to go on dialysis. We know that our Father God put him in our path.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Martha Moreira – Jun 02, 2022
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Dr. Paul Russo took care of my kidding cancer like he said he would 99. 9% excellent job
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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George Sullivan – Jan 19, 2022
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Simply the best urology surgeon! He did amazing job saving my kidney (only 5% were removed) and recovery process went very well. I am and will be forever grateful to him!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Pavel M – Nov 02, 2020
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Dr. Russo is no doubt a very gifted surgeon. Very recently he did a partial nephrectomy on my left kidney. It was very successful and I am very grateful to him. He is also very kind and caring to his patients. All in all, Dr. Russo and his team is the best!
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
6 others found this helpful
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Feb 23, 2019
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Outstanding physician and highly intelligent and caring human being. I have been Dr. Russo's patient for nearly 10 years. I make the effort to travel to MSKCC from another state, since I know I can trust his clinical/diagnostic judgement and his excellent surgical skills.
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
8 others found this helpful
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May 02, 2018
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Best Doctor I have ever met. Best Doctor to ever operate on me. Just 1 month ago he performed a partial nephrectomy on me. I am doing great . I truly believe that only through his hands I still have the kidney he operated on. His staff is top notch. I highly recommend this wonderful Surgeon to anyone in need of Urological help.
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
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Michael.S in Manalapan NJ – Apr 25, 2018
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the best
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
3 others found this helpful
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paul miller in Monticello, NY – Jan 12, 2017
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Outstanding surgeon and human being.
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
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Bart Here in Freeport – Aug 28, 2016
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Very impressed with his knowledge and expertise. He is professional, kind and considerate. calmed all my fears.
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
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Ronnie in Southampton, NY – Jun 07, 2016
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My husband had a partial nephrectomy on each of his kidneys and Dr. Russo was extremely patient each time, answering questions and handling all our concerns. He did an amazing job and I am happy to say that my husband is doing extremely well.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Rothschild in Smithtown, NY – Apr 19, 2016
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About Me

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I am a urologic oncological surgeon known for my academic work in kidney tumor surgery. My expertise includes partial nephrectomy, removing only the tumor using small 'miniflank' incisions while preserving maximal kidney function, and cytoreductive

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  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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    Practice

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center1275 York Ave New York, NY 10065
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