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Dr. Russell Brown, MD

Surgical Oncology*
5.0 (2)
Map Pin Small New Orleans, LA
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Russell Brown, MD

Dr. Russell Brown, MD is a Surgical Oncology Specialist in New Orleans, LA. They specialize in Surgical Oncology, has 20 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School and is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center. Dr. Brown, completed a residency at Ochsner Clin-Ochsner Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Brown an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Brown works at Practice in New Orleans, LA. They frequently treat conditions like Upper Digestive Tract Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Brown's Office Locations

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    Ochsner Clinic Foundation
    1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 842-4070

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  • Ochsner Medical Center

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Port Placements or Replacements
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Wound Repair
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholangiocarcinoma
Esophageal Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Pelvic Abscess
Peritoneal Cancer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Abdominal Disorders
Abdominal Pain
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Adrenal Gland Diseases
All Lymphoma
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Disorders
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Autoimmune Diseases
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Barrett's Esophagus
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bladder Cancer
Bleeding Disorders
Blood Disorders
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Brain Disorders
Breast Carcinoma
Breast Diseases
Cancer
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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colon Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Empyema
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ENT Cancer
Ewing's Sarcoma
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gynecologic Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypothalamus Cancer
Ileus
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Illeum Cancer
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Kidney Cancer
Lipomas
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Liver Abscess
Liver Cancer
Liver Damage
Lobular Carcinoma
Lung Cancer
Lymphoma, Large-Cell
Male Breast Carcinoma
Melanoma
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Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Metastatic Cancer
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Myeloproliferative Disorders
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Oral Cancer
Osteosarcoma
Ovarian Cancer
Pancreas Carcinoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pheochromocytoma
Pleural Effusion
Prostate Cancer
Pulmonary Disease
Purpura
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Pyloric Stenosis
Retina Diseases
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Salivary Gland Cancer
Sarcoma
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Secondary Malignancies
Skin Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spleen Disorders
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Tonsil Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Urinary Disorders
Urinary Tract Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Uterine Diseases
Varicose Veins
Vascular Disease
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Vulvar Cancer
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Adrenal Surgery
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Anoscopy With Removal of Anal Tumor
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Biliary Surgery
Biopsy of Breast
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
da Vinci® Colectomy
da Vinci® Robotic Surgery
Distal Pancreatectomy
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Neck Mass
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastroenterology Procedures
Gastrotomy
Hepatectomy
Hepatobiliary Surgery
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Colectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Pancreas Resection
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Liver Surgery
Lumpectomy
Mastectomy
Melanoma Removal
Open Adrenal Surgery
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Pancreatic Surgery
Parathyroidectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Puncture Aspiration
Pyloromyotomy
Renal Transplant
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic-Assisted Pancreas Resection
Sarcoma Removals
Sentinel Node Biopsy
Skin Grafts
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Small Bowel Surgery
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thyroid Cancer Surgery With or Without Radical Neck Dissection
Thyroid Surgery
Tracheal Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wedge Resection Colon
Whipple Procedure
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    About Dr. Russell Brown, MD

    Specialties*
    • Surgical Oncology

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    Years of Experience
    • 20 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1851581763
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of Louisville
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Ochsner Clin-Ochsner Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Ochsner Clinic Foundation
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of Texas / Austin Campus
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Brown has seen patients for Upper Digestive Tract Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Brown on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

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