
Scott Russell, MD
- Comprehensive Ophthalmology
- Cornea and External Diseases
Locations
Procedures
- Corneal Transplant
- Corneal Transplant - DMEK
- Corneal Transplant - DSAEK
- Glaucoma Management
- LASIK
- PRK
- Pterygium Excision
Experience
Year began practicing: 1987
Year joined staff: 2022
Education
- Medical College of Pennsylvania, Medical Degree
- College of Physicians & Surgeons of Columbia University, Masters Degree
Residency
Cornell University North Shore, Ophthalmology
Internships
New York University, General Surgery
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- ARVO
- ASCRS
Honors, Awards, etc.
- Neurobiology Training Grant, NIH, Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons
- Specialty Leader, Ophthalmology US Naval Reserve globally
- Senior Medical Executive, Mid Atlantic Region, CONUS, US Naval Reserve
Fellowship
LSU Eye Center, Cornea, External Disease and Refractive Surgery Armed Forces Institute of Pathology, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Ophthalmic Pathology
Teaching or Professional Positions
Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons – Associate Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology
Bio
Dr. Russell is a diligent & experienced ophthalmologist with a fellowship in Cornea, External Disease and Refractive Surgery. Dr. Russell takes a genuine interest in researching and educating himself on various new advancements in ophthalmology, so his patients get the best and the most advanced treatment possible. He focuses on all aspects of a patient’s experience which drive him towards excellence in providing healthcare. His main goal as a physician is to make the individual’s life better in ways that he can assist them. Dr. Russell is also certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.