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Susan R. Russell, MD

4.9

167 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Pulmonology

Secondary Specialty

Critical Care Medicine

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Practice Focus Areas

Critical Care
Sarcoidosis

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Alabama School of Medicine - 2004
Residency:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2007
Fellowships:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2010

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Critical Care Medicine (Certified)
American Board of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Associate Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

167 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

59 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

59 Reviews

August 25, 2022

5.0

She listened to my concerns and was not in a hurry Smart and took the time to educate me

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August 24, 2022

5.0

She take her time listen and go over the treatment.

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August 23, 2022

5.0

She's awesome

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Dr Russell is great, she listens to my concerns, she answers my questions in laymanâ€™s terms. Dr Russell calms my fears ,as I deal with my condition. I know that Iâ€™m getting the Best care @ NMPG Pulmonary Medicine.

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July 27, 2022

5.0

She did an excellent job explaining my health and next steps. I feel like I am in good hands.

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Excellent Dr.

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July 23, 2022

5.0

professional, highly qualified, empathetic

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July 20, 2022

5.0

she's good at what she do

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July 16, 2022

5.0

Very caring and detailed

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July 07, 2022

5.0

First time I met Dr. Russell but she has been on this team since itâ€™s inception. She knew of my situation and was a good sounding board.

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July 05, 2022

5.0

She's very informative

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July 03, 2022

5.0

She keeps me up to date with my illness

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June 29, 2022

5.0

Very smart doc. Her explanations were concise and understandable.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

She was the best!!! She listened to my concerns & was aware of my health concerns. She was patient & made me feel comfortable.

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June 09, 2022

5.0

I feel DR Russell is the best in her field

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May 13, 2022

5.0

Dr. Russell is extremely skilled, warmly supportive, and coordinates efficiently with my doctors in other specialties. I really appreciate her care!

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May 12, 2022

5.0

She the best

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May 11, 2022

5.0

When I went yesterday to the appointment I asked the doctor the question on my mind and she responds and show me what I need to be done very clearly even if I donâ€™t understand it I ask her to explain it more clear to me and she did

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May 10, 2022

5.0

Sheâ€™s very kind, listed and gives ideas to help.

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May 03, 2022

5.0

Very patient and caring, she was listening intently to my concerns.

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May 03, 2022

5.0

Excellent Doctor and people skills.

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April 24, 2022

5.0

though and concerned for her patients

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April 19, 2022

5.0

She responds to questions w/ clear answers

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April 08, 2022

1.0

I tried to leave the Survey but it won't allow me unless I complete all questions. My ratings, therefore, will continue to respond to the April 7, 2022 'Check-Out' experience described above not to the specific questions asked. Therefore, all ratings will be 'Not At All Likely'. DO NOT, HOWEVER, APPLY 'NOT ALL LIKELY' WHEN 'SCORING' ANY QUESTIONS RELATING TO DR. SUSAN RUSSELL. .

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April 07, 2022

5.0

She has very good experiences and research to guide me in my illness.

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April 05, 2022

5.0

She seemed very concern explain things very well .

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April 01, 2022

5.0

Very nice answered all our questions

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March 22, 2022

5.0

Excellent care.

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February 23, 2022

5.0

Good listener with thoughtful ideas for good outcomes.

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February 22, 2022

5.0

She's great. No notes. Knows what she's doing and gives quality care

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February 12, 2022

5.0

Makes care easy to understand.

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February 05, 2022

5.0

Dr. Russell is very professional,and knowledgeable ,and has taken great care of me for years!

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January 30, 2022

5.0

I liked how she took time with me explaining some things and listening when I spoke.

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January 19, 2022

5.0

great doctor and caring human

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December 29, 2021

5.0

Good listener. Allowed time for me to ask question. Professional. Caring.

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December 21, 2021

5.0

Was and is concerned with my well being, listens and takes her time.

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December 14, 2021

5.0

She is very thorough. And kind.

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December 14, 2021

5.0

Dr. Russell is outstanding. Excellent care and efficient!

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December 14, 2021

5.0

Very clear experience and knowledge

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December 11, 2021

5.0

Because I trust her and she is responsive and patient.

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December 09, 2021

5.0

Pleasant, knowledgeable, took time

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December 01, 2021

5.0

Dr Russell is friendly, caring, and thorough

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November 20, 2021

5.0

Tiene la paciencia de preguntar y escuchar con mucho cuidado lo que le dice uno

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November 09, 2021

5.0

I am very happy with her, and if I have to Recommend her to someone I know they would be in good hands.

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November 09, 2021

5.0

Knowledgeable and caring

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November 06, 2021

5.0

She is the best pulmonary doctor I have met yet.

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October 30, 2021

5.0

She listens, and tries to help you with respect. She tries to help when it seems difficult to figure out what is going to help.

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October 19, 2021

5.0

Dr. Russell is a wonderful doctor. She is very knowledge and involves me in the decisions and path forward. I have complete confidence in her.

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October 12, 2021

5.0

She is extremely smart, very practical, and patient in her explanations. It is very reassuring to work with her.

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September 11, 2021

5.0

Dr Russell is very knowledgeable and I trust her decisions. She explains my condition to me and takes the time to answer my questions.

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August 27, 2021

5.0

I just love Dr Russell

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August 26, 2021

5.0

Very competent and easy to talk to.

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August 10, 2021

5.0

She is so knowledgeable, responsive to inquiries, and takes her time listening, explaining and including me in my care plan. I have complete confidence in her.

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August 04, 2021

5.0

She's very attentive to my needs, she knows her stuff and she's very thorough & caring

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August 03, 2021

5.0

Thoughtful, attentive and taken care to brief hersel on the background of my case

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July 27, 2021

5.0

She spend time & listen carefully & thoroughly to understand the problems & given good suggestions.

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July 27, 2021

5.0

Dr. Russell is a great doctor! She answers all of my questions and has a lot of patience and is very caring.

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July 27, 2021

5.0

Very likable and non judgementL.

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July 21, 2021

5.0

Dr. Russell is a very kind, passionate, calming Physician.

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Disclosures

Susan R. Russell, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

External Professional Relationships

Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.

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