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James Russo, DO

James Russo, DO

Optum Provider

Specialty

Internal Medicine

Languages

English

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102 reviews

    • Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026
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    Very likable &good caring Doctor!!

    • Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026
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    He is knowledgeable and spends the time needed to listen.

    • Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026
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    Excellent physician! Very understanding and genuinely concerned about health and wellbeing.

    • Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026
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    End of visit was very abrupt. Seems like there was a 30-minute time limit.

    • Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026
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    Everything seems to be well organized. And I have an awesome team. Dr Russo is top-notch. He's informed, concerned and compassionate. He communicates well with my chart. Erika has also been great. I think the phone system is also very efficient.

    • Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026
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    Dr Russo is outstanding in every way. He is patient, kind, compassionate, and very knowledgeable. I would recommend him to any person needing medical care.

    • Reviewed on Jun 13, 2026
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    Dr Russo is very informative and compassionate. Deals with all my issues

    • Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026
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    Because I trust him and can easily talk to him. In all these years he has never steered me wrong.

    • Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026
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    Dr. Russo is smart, compassionate and can communicate information about medical care in a way that is understandable.

    • Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026
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    All around exceptional

    • Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026
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    Very knowledgeable

    • Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026
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    very caring and sincere

    • Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
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    Helpful, courteous, polite and caring. That is Dr James Russo.

    • Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
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    He has given more attention and looked for other medical issues needed to be addressed like his manners

    • Reviewed on May 29, 2026
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    Takes his time to explain all situations

    • Reviewed on May 23, 2026
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    Dr Russo is very thorough and spends as much time as needed to address the patients concerns.

    • Reviewed on May 13, 2026
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    First of all, he's an MD, not a PA, which I prefer. Second, he actually took time to look at my medical record before our first meeting and identified an issue that my previous three PCPs did not. He explains things well, is quite courteous, and seems genuinely concerned about my health.

    • Reviewed on May 11, 2026
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    I love Dr. Russo. He is thorough and explains in detail.

    • Reviewed on May 11, 2026
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    Dr. Russo is always kind, he listens and gives me good ideas for the future for better health. He is very kind.

    • Reviewed on May 7, 2026
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    Dr. Russo is very knowledgeable and compassionate. He makes referrals to handle problems related to my severe emphysema and other health issues. He’s the best primary care doctor I’ve ever had.

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  • About James Russo, DO

    Dr. James Russo, DO is a boardcertified internist with over 40 years of experience in adult medicine. He earned his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Russo specializes in comprehensive internal medicine, managing both common and complex conditions in adults and seniors. His care includes chronic disease management, preventive screenings, and wellness planning. He is known for his thorough approach and strong patient relationships.

    Philosophy of care

    His philosophy of care centers on listening attentively, educating patients, and building trust. Dr. Russo believes that effective care begins with understanding each patients unique story and empowering them to take an active role in their health.

    Gender

    Male

    Board certifications

    American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine

    Licenses

    NM, A-949-92

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    Optum New Mexico

    NPI

    1154356277