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Office
9850 Genesee Avenue, Suite 350
La Jolla, CA 92037Phone+1 858-886-7595- Is this information wrong?
Summary
- Dr. Russo's practice of invasive cardiology encompasses all areas of cardiovascular disease, with special interest and expertise in coronary artery disease, valvular and athletic heart disease, rhythm disorders, heart failure, intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), cardiac MRI, and the safety of pacemakers and defibrillators (ICD) in the MRI environment. He also holds Level 3 certification in cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (SCMR), is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, and is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology.
His philosophy of clinical care places the highest priority on patient education and individualized care. Taking the time to ensure that every patient understands their disease process and how lifestyle modifications can alter the course of cardiovascular disease is the primary goal of his practice, while incorporating the latest research and national treatment guidelines.
Dr. Russo enjoys a national and international reputation for expertise in intravascular imaging, cardiac MRI, and MRI for patients with implanted cardiac devices.
He is passionately committed to education and clinical research. He was a Fellow and Board Member of the Hewitt Medical Research Foundation, is an Adjunct Professor in Molecular and Experimental Medicine at The Scripps Research Institute, and a former Skaggs Scholar for Translational Medicine. His academic record includes more than 30 publications, 75 abstracts, and 200 invited academic lectures.
Education & Training
- Scripps Clinic/Scripps Green HospitalFellowship, Cardiovascular Disease, 1989 - 1992
- Scripps Clinic/Scripps Green HospitalResidency, Internal Medicine, 1986 - 1989
- University of California, Irvine, School of MedicineClass of 1986
Certifications & Licensure
- CA State Medical License 1988 - 2025
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Fellow (FACC) American College of Cardiology
- Super Doctor SuperDoctors.com
Clinical Trials
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- 1 citationsRemoving Obstacles to Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Patients With a Pacemaker or a Defibrillator.Robert J. Russo> ;JAMA Cardiology. 2021 Feb 17
- 3 citationsImplications of Medicare Coverage for Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Patients With Capped or Epicardial Leads.Daniel B. Kramer, Bernard Lo, Robert J. Russo> ;JAMA Cardiology. 2018 Dec 1
- 243 citations2017 HRS expert consensus statement on magnetic resonance imaging and radiation exposure in patients with cardiovascular implantable electronic devicesJulia H. Indik, J. Rod Gimbel, Haruhiko Abe, Ricardo Alkmim-Teixeira, Ulrika Birgersdotter-Green, Geoffrey D. Clarke, Timm Dickfeld, Jerry W. Froelich, Jonathan Grant,...> ;Heart Rhythm. 2017 Jul 1
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Journal Articles
- Removing Obstacles to Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Patients with a Pacemaker or a DefibrillatorRobert Russo, MD, JAMA Cardiology
Press Mentions
- Risks of MRI in Patients with a Pacemaker or DefibrillatorJune 22nd, 2017
- MRIs Can Be Safe for People with Heart Devices …February 23rd, 2017
- Many Pacemaker Recipients Can Safely Get Non-Chest MRIsFebruary 22nd, 2017
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Research History
- Director, La Jolla Cardiovascular Research Institute2015 - 2015
- Director Intravacular Imaging and Cardiac MRI Research Programs at Scripps ClinicPhysician-initiated single and multi-center research studies designed to improve patient care and clinical outcomes1994 - 2014
Professional Memberships
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Hospital Affiliations
- Scripps Green HospitalLa Jolla, California
- Scripps Memorial Hospital-La JollaLa Jolla, California
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