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Robert Russo, MD, Cardiology, La Jolla, CA, Scripps Green Hospital

RobertJ.RussoMDPhD, FACC

Cardiology • La Jolla, CA

Adult Congenital Heart Disease, Echocardiography, Cardiothoracic Imaging

Dedicated to Individualized Cardiovascular Clinical Care and World-Class Investigator-Initiated Clinical Research for Improved Patient Outcomes

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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 Hospital
    Scripps Clinic/Scripps Green HospitalFellowship, Cardiovascular Disease, 1989 - 1992
  • Scripps Clinic/Scripps Green Hospital
    Scripps Clinic/Scripps Green HospitalResidency, Internal Medicine, 1986 - 1989
  • University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine
    University of California, Irvine, School of MedicineClass of 1986

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1988 - 2025

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Fellow (FACC) American College of Cardiology
  • Super Doctor SuperDoctors.com

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Removing Obstacles to Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Patients with a Pacemaker or a Defibrillator  
    Robert Russo, MD, JAMA Cardiology

Press Mentions

  • Risks of MRI in Patients with a Pacemaker or Defibrillator
    Risks of MRI in Patients with a Pacemaker or DefibrillatorJune 22nd, 2017
  • MRIs Can Be Safe for People with Heart Devices …
    MRIs Can Be Safe for People with Heart Devices …February 23rd, 2017
  • Many Pacemaker Recipients Can Safely Get Non-Chest MRIs
    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

Hospital Affiliations

Dr. Robert Russo, Dr. Robert Russo, MD, Dr. R Russo, Dr. Robert J. Russo