Dr. Russell joined the Children’s Medical Group in January, 2000. He is a graduate of the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy. He received his medical degree from the University of Mississippi Medical Center in 1994. Dr. Russell then trained at Louisiana State University (New Orleans) in Pediatrics and served his program as Chief Resident. Following this, he was on staff at the Blair E. Batson Children’s Hospital in Jackson, MS training future pediatricians. Dr. Russell is married and his favorite event is Mardi Gras.