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USA Mitchell Cancer Institute1660 Springhill Avenue, Mobile, AL 36604 map
Dr. John Russell is a radiation oncologist in Mobile, AL. He treats patients diagnosed with cancer using radiation therapy that targets cancerous cells.
USA Mitchell Cancer Institute
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Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. John R. Russell is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Address
1660 Springhill Avenue, Mobile, AL 36604
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Office Details
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna-HealthSpring
- Health Partners
- Humana
- Humana- Medicare Advantage--Humana Network
- Medicare
- Medicare Part B
- Most Major Providers
- Tricare
- United Healthcare
Bio
Dr. John Russell graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 1976 before completing a residency in Radiation Oncology at University of Florida Shands Teaching Hospital in Gainesville, FL from 1977 to 1980. He then completed a fellowship in Internal Medicine at Willam Beaumont Army Medical Center from 1976 to 1977.
Dr. Russell has one office in Alabama where he specializes in Radiation Oncology and Oncology.
Dr. Russell works with ten doctors including Dr. Roger Ove and Dr. Mary Vu.
Specialties
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Radiation Oncology
Radiation oncologists are highly specialized physicians who utilize radiation therapy treatments to treat patients suffering from cancer. Dr. Russell is trained to identify the type of cancer and create a targeted treatment plan that will increase the patient's chances of overcoming the disease. To treat and manage cancer, radiation therapy targets malignancies, working to prevent cancer cells from continually dividing. As a result, radiation therapy can kill cancer cells and shrink tumors & growths.
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Oncology
As an oncologist, Dr. Russell is trained to diagnose and treat all types and forms of cancer. Dr. Russell may employ a variety of diagnostic tests such as biopsies, imaging tests, endoscopic tests and laboratory tests. He may offer treatment techniques such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy to combat the spread of cancer. Dr. Russell may also provide emotional and palliative care, ensuring patients experience the highest quality of life possible.
Conditions Treated
- Breast cancer radiation
- Cancer of the Head and Neck
- Cancer of the lung
- Gastrointestinal Cancers
- Keloids
- Lymphoma radiation
- Primary brain and spine tumors
- Prostate Cancer
- Sarcoma (Bone and Soft Tissue)
- SRS
- Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy
- Transperineal seed implant of the prostate
- Trigeminal Neuralgia/Facial Pain
Services & Procedures
- prostate implants with radiation seeds
Special Interests
- Breast Cancer Treatment
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer / Seed Implant
- SRS Trigeminal neuralgia
Education & Training
Medical School
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University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
MD • U.S. Army Health Professions Scholarship Participant • 1976
Residency
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University of Florida Shands Teaching Hospital • Gainesville, FL
Residency in Radiation Oncology • 1977 - 1980
Fellowship
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Willam Beaumont Army Medical Center • El Paso, Texas
Fellowship in Internal Medicine • 1976 - 1977
Awards & Honors
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Fellow of the American College of Radiology
ACR • Present -
Fellow American College of Radiation Oncology
ACRO • Present
Hospital Affiliations
- Mobile Infirmary Medical Center
- Providence Hospital
- Springhill Hospitals Inc
Languages Spoken
- English
Links & Social Media
Latest Radiation Oncology News
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Catnip: The 'Why' Behind Cats' Favorite HighRobert Preidt, Dec 10, 2018 at 12:00 PM
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Incontinence Drug May Cut Hot Flashes in Breast Cancer SurvivorsSteven Reinberg, HealthDay Reporter, Dec 7, 2018 at 9:00 AM
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Healthy Lifestyle Lowers Odds of Breast Cancer's ReturnRobert Preidt, Dec 7, 2018 at 9:00 AM