Dr. Brian K. Russell M.D.
Neurosurgeon
800 N. 1st Street Springfield IL, 62702About
Dr. Brian Russell practices Neurological Surgery in Springfield, IL. As a Neurological Surgeon, Dr. Russell prevents, diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of the autonomic, peripheral, and central nervous systems. Neurological Surgeons are trained to treat such disorders as spinal canal stenosis, herniated discs, tumors, fractures, and spinal deformities, among many others.
Education and Training
Southern Il Univ Sch Of Med- Springfield Il 1983
Board Certification
Neurological SurgeryAmerican Board of Neurological SurgeryABNS
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