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Dr. Richard Russell, MD

Dr. Richard Russell, MD

Ophthalmology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Russell, MD is an ophthalmologist in Flushing, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Russell has extensive experience in Eye Conditions. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities Stony Brook University Hospital and Good Samaritan Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3 Star Rating
Based on 2 reviews 3 Star Rating (2 reviews)

Practice

4161 Kissena Blvd Flushing, NY 11355

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Dr. Russell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Russell

3.0

2 ratings, 2 with a written review
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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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Theresa Pragliola – Mar 05, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Russell is a diligent & experienced ophthalmologist with a fellowship in Cornea, External Disease and Refractive Surgery.

biography

Dr. Russell is a diligent & experienced ophthalmologist with a fellowship in Cornea, External Disease and Refractive Surgery. Dr. Russell takes a genuine interest in rese
  • Ophthalmology

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  • Penn State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated4161 Kissena Blvd Flushing, NY 11355
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Radiology Medical Associates PC9728 63rd Rd Rego Park, NY 11374
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Edward Shalts Medical PC9732 63rd Rd Rego Park, NY 11374
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Medical and Surgical Eyesite PC902 49th St Brooklyn, NY 11219
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Stony Brook University Hospital

    101 Nicolls Rd
    Stony Brook, NY 11794
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    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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  • Good Samaritan Hospital

    255 Lafayette Ave
    Suffern, NY 10901
    Recipient of 7
    hospital 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

    68%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% lower than the national average

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