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Paul T. Russell MD

Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology, and Assistant Professor, Neurosurgery

Areas of Expertise

  • Adult Rhinitis
  • Adult Sinusitis
  • Allergy / Immunology
  • ENT Ear, Nose, Throat (Otolaryngology)
  • Nose and Sinus Conditions
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Otolaryngology
  • Otolaryngology Surgery
  • Skull Base Conditions

Location

Vanderbilt Otolaryngology One Hundred Oaks
719 Thompson Lane, Suite 30400
Nashville, TN 37204

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - Texas Tech University, 1997
  • Residency - Baylor College of Medicine, 1999
  • Fellowship - Pettis Memorial VA Medical Center Otolaryngology Research Center, 2000
  • Residency - Loma Linda University, 2004
  • Fellowship - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 2005

Board Certifications

  • Otolaryngology - American Board of Otolaryngology, 2005

Patient Comments

Patient Comments are gathered from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey and displayed in full. Patients are not identified in order to respect patient privacy.
Dr Russell is one of the best physicians I have ever had. He listens sincerely, makes well reasoned diagnoses and provides accurate treatment. He solved a frustrating health issue that I have dealt with for over 5 years and seen multiple physicians from 3 medical groups.
March 18, 2026
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Dr. Russell is an amazing doctor whom I would recomend to others.
March 3, 2026
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Dr. Russell is great. Really enjoys and knows his stuff. I trust him with my care.
March 2, 2026
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Very good
March 2, 2026
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Dr Russell always explains in a way you can understand
February 23, 2026
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Dr Russell is the best greets you with smile know how busy he is but time with you is like only patient he has gets job done with perfection but bedside manner is as always smile just caring Dr don't find that much anymore ten star dr
February 20, 2026
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Dr. Russell was very informative of my condition and took ample time explaining my condition.
February 3, 2026
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Dr Russell is one of the most attentive physicians I have ever experienced.
February 1, 2026
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Dr. Russell is the best! His skill combined with amazing bedside manner are very appreciated.
January 31, 2026
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