Maria C. Russell, MD
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RoleSurgical Oncology
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Practicing Since2010

Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (321 ratings)
A board certified surgical oncologist, Maria C. Russell, MD, specializes in the surgical management of complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary malignancies, as well as melanoma and sarcoma. As a minimally invasive, robotic and open surgeon, Dr. Russell is able to tailor her approch to surgery for the individual patient and disese process. Additionally, she is an expert in Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) for advanced stage malignancies. Her passion is working with gastroenterologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and pathologists to develop individual treatment plans for each of her patients.
Dr. Russell is a professor in the Division of Surgical Oncology of the Department of Surgery at Emory University School of Medicine. She serves as Chief Quality Officer for Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, working collaboratively with leadership on tracking and improving patient services and satisfaction as well as focusing on cancer outcomes. She is an active member of the Multidisciplinary Tumor Boards at Emory, as well as the co-chair and chair of the Tumor Boards at Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown and Grady Memorial Hospital. She also serves as the Cancer Liaison Physician for the Commission on Cancer at Grady.
Dr. Russell’s research interests include disparities research on the presentation, diagnosis, treatment and outcomes of patients with gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary malignancies.
Dr. Russell has extensive publications and presentations on a national level. Additionally, she serves on the editorial boards for both the Annals of Surgical Oncology and the Journal of Surgical Oncology.
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| Provider discussed treatment options |
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| Provider included you in decisions |
4.9 |
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05/30/2025 |
Excellent experience with Dr. Russell. She took time to explain the proposed surgery and answer my questions. I have confidence In her skills and knowledge. She Is very kind and personable. |
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05/30/2025 |
Extraordinary professionals. |
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05/16/2025 |
Dr. Russell's confidence gave me confidence in this very major surgery I need. |
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05/11/2025 |
Good |
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05/05/2025 |
Dr. Maria Russell is absolutely AWESOME!!!! There are no words to describe my respect and love for what she has done for me!!!! |
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05/02/2025 |
Thorough and professional! Listened well to different options that I presented. |
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05/02/2025 |
Awesome Drs |
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04/02/2025 |
I will definitely recommend Dr. Maria Russell. I love her and respect her. I couldn't have picked a better Surgeon. She is the total package I trusted her with my life and would do it again!!!! |
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03/14/2025 |
Dr. Russell and her entire staff are excellent and did everything possible to make my trying time as good as they possibly could.. |
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02/22/2025 |
We love dr. Russell she is a great surgeon and a great person. |
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02/21/2025 |
Excellent |
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02/21/2025 |
All questions and apprehensions addressed |
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02/14/2025 |
I love Dr Marie Russell and her staff!! They treat you with compassion and kindness. Not like a burden or number!!! |
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02/14/2025 |
I feel very fortunate to have had the care I received from the doctors, nursing staff, physician assistance and ancillary care during the last year. Dr, Russell and her staff is just one more reason that I am thankful for choosing Emory as my health provider. |
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02/14/2025 |
Dr Russell is always patient centric |
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02/08/2025 |
She has been great! |
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02/07/2025 |
Good |
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02/02/2025 |
Dr. Russell is the apotheosis of a brilliant, competent, and caring physician. I couldn't be more satisfied by my experience within her care. |
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01/24/2025 |
Great communication!!! |
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01/15/2025 |
She helped with all of our questions and concerns. |
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01/10/2025 |
Dr Walker and Dr Russell took their time to explain all facets of my condition. Not once did I feel they were unprepared for my visit. The concern and empathy they displayed are consistent with the Emory standard of care |
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01/04/2025 |
Excellent |
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01/03/2025 |
The PA and Dr Russell were terrific! |
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12/27/2024 |
Very focused |
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12/15/2024 |
Dr. Russell exudes competence and confidence and a terrific "bedside" manner. |
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12/13/2024 |
Dr. Russell is an excellent oncologist. She discussed my medical problem with me, and how we were going to resolve those problems. She listened to me, was very concerned and answered all of my questions. |
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11/26/2024 |
Dr Russell was patient and thorough. Addressed my questions with care |
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11/19/2024 |
Dr. Russell is a excellent health care professional. |
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11/05/2024 |
Great first visit thorough visit. |
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10/23/2024 |
Dr. Maria Russell is an exceptional surgeon and explains everything in detail. |
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10/01/2024 |
They were very good about information |
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09/24/2024 |
Very thankful for health care providers who are extremely knowledgeable and caring |
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09/24/2024 |
Dr Russell was very nice and explained things well. |
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09/19/2024 |
Mostly good. |
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08/28/2024 |
All was well no bad experience |
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08/27/2024 |
Dr. Russell is an excellent physician as well as a caring person. |
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08/10/2024 |
Great explanation for my condition, but a little confused |
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07/24/2024 |
Very honest and involved us. |
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06/25/2024 |
Outstanding! |
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04/23/2024 |
I found it difficult to communicate about what I wanted as I was told that traditional medicines were my only option. I wasn't asked what I wanted, no hope, so I said nothing. |
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04/02/2024 |
Dr. Russell was very thorough in her explanation of my procedure and the care plan. She was easy to talk to and spent a lot of time with us and making sure all of our questions were answered! I would recommend her to anyone. |
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03/19/2024 |
Very professional and knowledgeable clinical staff, both physician and PA. |
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03/12/2024 |
Throughout my diagnosis of colorectal cancer I could not have ask for a better team Always up front, caring and honest I felt. Even if end prognosis not the best. |
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03/05/2024 |
Dr. Russell is the best |
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02/22/2024 |
This was my first appointment with Doctor Russell and she made me feel better by telling and showing me the problems. Her attitude was great I can tell she loves what she does. |
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02/22/2024 |
Extremely efficient |
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02/20/2024 |
Dr. Tolbert and the team more broadly give me tremendous confidence in the care I'm being provided. |
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02/20/2024 |
Dr. Russell is very thorough and great at what she does. |
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01/23/2024 |
Dr. Russell and her team were very understanding about my questions and concerns and took the time to explain the current situation and the steps going forward. |
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01/23/2024 |
Dr Russell is always extremely helpful and attentive to my needs and most importantly she listens to my concerns |
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01/14/2024 |
Dr Maria Russell is the best! Her bedside manner is excellent. I cannot say enough good things about her. I was extremely lucky to have her as my surgeon. |
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12/19/2023 |
Dr. Russell is excellent. |
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11/21/2023 |
Dr. Russell is the best |
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11/14/2023 |
Dr Russell is the best doctor in the world. I highly recommend her to any and all cancer patients. |
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10/31/2023 |
Very good visit |
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10/18/2023 |
Very competent, professional and knowledgeable. |
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10/14/2023 |
Dr. Russell, was very detailed in explaining my problems. I like how she explained what had taken place since the last visit. I would highly recommend her to others. |
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09/13/2023 |
Both Dr Russell and her PA were very detailed with their explanation and answered questions. They both took a lot of time to make sure I was informed |
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09/12/2023 |
This Is a follow up visit. Dr Russell always takes yhe time to listen |
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08/24/2023 |
Dr. Russell is a wonderful, caring doctor. She has provided me with exceptional care from the first day I met her. Her surgical skills are of the highest quality. I am so grateful that she is my cancer doctor. |
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08/22/2023 |
Dr. R. Is my best physician. |
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08/08/2023 |
Very impressed with the time Dr. Russell took in explaining the treatment plan and making sure any questions were addressed. |
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08/03/2023 |
Dr Russell is the best! We understand that Dr's often run behind- we just thought someone should have told us. It was a strange set up because no one was around while we sat in the room |
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07/13/2023 |
Dr. Russell--excellent doctor. |
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07/12/2023 |
Best I ever had |