Dual-fellowship trained
Toronto Western Hospital
Toronto Western Hospital
Heads cerebrovascular service Austin Hospital
New trigeminal neuralgia
patients each yearToronto Western Hospital
patients each yearToronto Western Hospital
TNAA medical advisory panel
since 2018
since 2018
Areas of Expertise
Subspecialty focus, complete neurosurgical care
A general neurosurgical practice anchored by genuine subspecialty depth in two of the most technically demanding areas of the field.
Cerebrovascular
Microsurgical and combined management of complex vascular conditions of the brain.
Skull Base
Surgery for difficult tumours at the base of the skull, with intraoperative monitoring.
Spine & General
The full spectrum of degenerative, traumatic and tumour-related spinal conditions.
New patients each year
On the TNAA advisory panel
Review & treatment program
How Can We Help
Two ways in
For Patients
Considering a consultation?
Whether you have just received a diagnosis or are seeking a second opinion, find out what to expect, what to bring, and how to prepare. Most patients are seen within two to three weeks.
For Referring Doctors
Refer a patient
Mr Russell welcomes GP and specialist referrals and is happy to be contacted directly to discuss urgent cases. Access triage guidance, hospital appointments and secure messaging details.
Hospital Affiliations
| Austin Hospital | Epworth Richmond |