Summary

Dr. Lorna Russell is an internal medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine. With 25 years of experience in internal medicine, she focuses on providing comprehensive care for adult patients with complex medical conditions. Dr. Russell communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Russell practices at Providence VA Medical Center in Providence, Rhode Island. She specializes in treating heart failure and helping patients manage type 2 diabetes. Her expertise also includes caring for individuals with chronic lung disease. Dr. Russell performs comprehensive metabolic panels and basic metabolic panels to monitor patient health, and she conducts diabetic nephropathy screening to help prevent kidney complications in diabetic patients. Patients rate her 2.8 out of 5 on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 2.8
  • 25 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Drexel University College Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Providence Va Medical Center

830 Chalkstone AveProvidence, RI 02908

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
2.8 
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25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Providence , RIProvidence , RIProvidence , RIProvidence , RI
Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Connecticut School Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lorna Weinheimer Russell

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Arise Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - DMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - CHIP
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lorna Weinheimer Russell has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lorna Weinheimer Russell has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Flu (Human Influenza)
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Dr. Lorna Weinheimer Russell holds an expired medical license in the state of Rhode Island.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Rhode Island that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Drexel University College Of Medicine in 2001.

NPI Number

Dr. Russell's NPI number is 1134140866.

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What languages does Dr. Lorna Weinheimer Russell speak?
Dr. Lorna Weinheimer Russell speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Lorna Weinheimer Russell affiliated with?
Dr. Lorna Weinheimer Russell is affiliated with Providence Va Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Lorna Weinheimer Russell's office located?
Dr. Lorna Weinheimer Russell's office is located at 830 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI, 02908.

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