Summary

Dr. Russell Carlson is a thoracic surgeon with over four decades of medical experience serving patients in the Buffalo area. He earned his medical degree from Texas A&M University in 1981, building extensive expertise in chest and lung surgical procedures throughout his distinguished 41-year career. Dr. Carlson provides care in English to meet his patients' communication needs.

Based at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, Dr. Carlson practices through Western New York Thoracic Surgery in Buffalo, New York. He specializes in treating complex conditions including venous skin ulcers, pressure sores, and complications from spinal cord injuries. His surgical expertise includes chest imaging procedures and vascular assessments to evaluate blood flow in the extremities. Patients have given Dr. Carlson an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 41 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Texas A&M University
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Western New York Thoracic Surgery

Buffalo, NY 14207

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Dr. Russell Elliott Carlson, MDDr. Charles A. Mack, MDDr. Roy Georgi Oommen, MDDr. Oliver S. Chow, MD
Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.3 
4.5 
41 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Buffalo , NYNew York , NYBronxville , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Texas A&M University Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Russell Elliott Carlson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthNow
  • Humana
  • Independent Health
  • Independent Health - HMO
  • Integra
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Univera Healthcare
  • Univera Healthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Russell Elliott Carlson has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Texas A&M UniversityGraduated in 1985

University

Texas A&M UniversityGraduated in 1981

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Russell Carlson speak?
Dr. Russell Carlson speaks English.
Does Dr. Russell Carlson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Russell Carlson accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Russell Carlson accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Russell Carlson affiliated with?
Dr. Russell Carlson is affiliated with Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Russell Carlson?
You can find contact information for Dr. Russell Carlson here on Vitals.

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