Scott Russo, MD
Dr. Scott Russo specializes in the surgical and non-surgical treatment of spinal disorders and orthopaedic fracture care. He is accomplished in all areas of cervical, thoracic and lumbar spinal surgeries, including trauma, tumors, degenerative conditions, scoliosis and herniated discs. His subspecialty of interest is in the non-surgical and surgical care of pediatric and adult scoliosis and kyphosis. Dr. Russo is also part of the clinical faculty at Grand Valley State University, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and the coordinator for the spine in the Grand Rapids Orthopaedic Residency Program.
Specialties
- Research
- Spine
Education
- Medical – Wayne State University Medical School (Detroit, Mich.), M.D., 1984
- Undergraduate – Michigan State University (East Lansing, Mich.), BS, 1979
Board Certification
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Training
- Fellowship – Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (Springfield, Ill.), Orthopaedic Spine Surgery, 1989-1990
- Residency – Grand Rapids Orthopaedic Residency Program (Grand Rapids, Mich.), Orthopaedic Surgery, 1985-1989
- Internship – Blodgett Memorial Medical Center (Grand Rapids, Mich.), 1984-1985
Certifications / Memberships
- Scoliosis Research Society
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- North American Spine Society
- American Spinal Injury Association
- AO Spine
- Michigan Orthopaedic Society
- Michigan State Medical Society
- Kent County Medical Society
- American Association of Orthopaedic Executives
- American Medical Association
Honors & Awards
- Elected by the Scoliosis Research Society as a Candidate Fellow, 2012-2018
- Elected by peers for inclusion in Best Doctors in America, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2013
- Grand Rapids Orthopaedic Resident Program Teacher of the Year, 2011-2012
Patient Reviews
Patient Testimonial 2019-04-22Dr. Scott Russo and his team are amazing!
Patient Testimonial 2019-04-15Thank you for giving me my life back.
Patient Testimonial 2019-02-11Front check in staff that checked me in today was lacking customer service skills. Very unfriendly. Dr Russo is a great doctor.
Patient Testimonial 2019-02-11Could not be more pleased with my outcome!
Patient Testimonial 2018-11-26Thanks!
Patient Testimonial 2018-11-12I think Dr. Russo is a excellent surgeon. I am very pleased with my surgery. I would refer him to my mom or anyone's mother.
Patient Testimonial 2018-11-12I love you guys.
Patient Testimonial 2018-11-08Always excellent service!! Never been anything less.
Patient Testimonial 2018-11-08Very good job at explanation of problem, procedures, and options. Thank you!
Patient Testimonial 2018-10-31Dr. Russo is wonderful!!! Has a superb bedside manner. Professional, considerate, and sincere. Highly recommend.
Patient Testimonial 2018-10-29Appreciate your help - you've been great!
Patient Testimonial 2018-10-24Great doctor!
Patient Testimonial 2018-10-24Great doctor!
Patient Testimonial 2018-10-17I'm so thankful for the care I've received under Dr. Scott Russo.
Patient Testimonial 2018-10-15Very pleased!
Patient Testimonial 2018-10-15Took great care of me.
Patient Testimonial 2018-09-24Everyone was kind, fast, and efficient.
Patient Testimonial 2018-09-17Awesome doctor - explained everything.
Patient Testimonial 2018-09-17Awesome!
Patient Testimonial 2017-03-22A+ rating. Dr. Russo is by far the best doctor I have been too.
Patient Testimonial 2017-02-13I always feel welcome here. I know I am getting the best care always. Thank you!
Patient Testimonial 2017-02-06Dr. Russo is very thorough.
Patient Testimonial 2017-02-06Satisfied with diagnosis and suggested treatment.
Patient Testimonial 2017-02-06Best doctor and office ever.
Patient Testimonial 2017-02-06Getting a hold of the office to make appointment is such a hassle. My appointments always need to be rescheduled.
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