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Dr. Michael Russell, MD

Dr. Michael Russell, MD

Emergency Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Russell, MD is an emergency medicine specialist in Indianapolis, IN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from West Virginia University in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities Franciscan Health Mooresville and Franciscan Health Indianapolis. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

8111 S Emerson Ave Indianapolis, IN 46237

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Russell specializes in the area of Emergency Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Russell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Russell

4.0
4 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
75%
75%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
25%
25%

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Uncaring
He seemed in a hurry and told my mother she would go home in a few hours even before he new any test results. Her blood pressure was high and she was at risk for a stroke. He didn't have a kind and caring bedside manner either. She was treated just like another number not a real person.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jan 26, 2025
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Excellence in the ER
Dr Russell is an amazing doctor who saved my 99 year old mother’s life. He helped me make very tough decisions regarding her care by providing options and explaining each option in great detail. St. Francis is fortunate to have such an experienced ER doctor who is skilled and yet compassionate.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dale Blettner – Apr 03, 2022
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Very nice. Seems like he genuinely cares for his patients. If I could leave more than 5 stars I would. But outstanding work. Thank you so much.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 28, 2020
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Dr Russell way very kind and understanding with me and my family when I had breathing problems after a surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kathleen Craig in Plainfield, IN – Jul 12, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Russell, MD is an emergency medicine specialist in Indianapolis, IN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from West Virginia University in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities Franciscan Health...read more
  • Emergency Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • West Virginia University

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Emergency Medicine®
Emergency Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Franciscan Health Indianapolis8111 S Emerson Ave Indianapolis, IN 46237
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Franciscan Health Mooresville

    1201 Hadley Rd
    Mooresville, IN 46158
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Franciscan Health Indianapolis

    8111 S Emerson Ave
    Indianapolis, IN 46237
    Recipient of 42
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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