Summary

Dr. Russell Whitaker specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at University of Louisville Hospital. With 51 years of experience treating complex heart and vascular conditions, Dr. Whitaker has developed extensive knowledge in managing cardiovascular health. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Whitaker practices at Gadsden Regional Medical Center in Gadsden, Alabama, where he sees patients at both the Gadsden Physicians Clinic Cardiology and Southern Cardiovascular locations. He treats conditions such as upper GI bleeding and acid reflux. His procedural expertise includes performing arthrogram imaging studies and pathology tests. Patients have given Dr. Whitaker an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 51 years of experience
  • 3 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Louisville Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Russell Scott Whitaker has 2 locations

Gadsden Physicians Clinic Cardiology

300 Medical Center Dr Ste 401Gadsden, AL 35903
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Southern Cardiovascular

300 Medical Center Dr Ste 201Gadsden, AL 35903

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Dr. Russell Scott Whitaker, MDGina Bolton FarleyDr. Marisa Bicca Marques, MDDr. Lewis P Walker, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseNurse PractitionerHematologyCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.3 
51 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Gadsden , ALSOUTHSIDE , ALBirmingham , ALGadsden , AL
Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Georgia Regents University Med School: Universidade Federal Do Rio Grande Do Sul (Ufrgs) Faculdade De Medicina Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Russell Scott Whitaker

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Russell Scott Whitaker has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Russell Scott Whitaker has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Louisville Hospital

Medical School

Medical College Of Georgia At Georgia Regents UniversityGraduated in 1975

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Russell Whitaker's office located?
Dr. Russell Whitaker's office is located at 300 Medical Center Dr Ste 401, Gadsden, AL, 35903.
Which hospitals is Dr. Russell Whitaker affiliated with?
Dr. Russell Whitaker is affiliated with Gadsden Regional Medical Center Llc.
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