Russell Simpson

Russell Simpson, MD

Areas of Expertise

My Specialties

  • Image-guided biopsy
  • Venous access placement
  • Drainage catheter
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Get to Know Me

I’m an interventional radiologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK). I’m an expert in a range of minimally invasive, image-guided procedures that help diagnose or treat conditions related to cancer or its treatment.

I use many types of imaging, such as ultrasound, X-ray (fluoroscopy), and CT scans, to guide thin tools through small openings in the skin. This lets me diagnose and treat cancer without major surgery.

I care about giving patients precise treatment that targets the problem. I perform procedures through tiny openings instead of large cuts. This helps patients recover faster than they would after traditional surgery.

I focus on complex cancer care. I perform biopsies, which remove a small piece of tissue so doctors can tell exactly what kind of tumor it is. I place thin tubes into veins (venous access) so patients can receive the treatments they need. I also offer targeted treatments that go directly to a tumor in one part of the body.

At MSK, I work closely with experts across different teams to build a care plan that fits your needs. My goal is to keep you safe, explain each step, and make your treatment as smooth and comfortable as possible.

What I Do at MSK

I'm an interventional (IN-ter-VEN-shun-al) radiologist. This is a doctor with special training in using image-guided procedures to diagnose and treat disease.

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Areas of Expertise

My Specialties

  • Image-guided biopsy
  • Venous access placement
  • Drainage catheter
  • Port
  • Embolization
  • Ablation
This list shows some key areas of focus, but it may not cover all expertise. When making an appointment, you will be matched with the best healthcare provider for your needs.
Education & Honors

Education

  • MD, University of Illinois at Chicago

Residencies

  • Integrated Interventional Radiology, University of Illinois at Chicago

Board Certifications

  • Interventional/Diagnostic Radiology (Board Eligible)

Insurance Information

Understanding your insurance options is an important part of managing your cancer care. We have relationships with many common healthcare providers and plans.

Learn more about the insurance plans that participate with MSK.

If you don't have health insurance or are worried that your care may not be fully covered, our financial assistance programs may be able to help.

Health plans can change at any time. Call the number on the back of your insurance card to see what your plan covers. Make sure it covers the MSK location where you’ll get care.

If you have questions about insurance, call us at 646-497-9176.

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Contact and Location

Office Phone
Location
New York, NY
Middletown, NJ
Commack, NY
West Harrison, NY

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Colleagues

Doctors at Memorial Sloan Kettering work as teams, with specialists from all different areas. This allows us to consider all your needs together, and to give you the best possible care.

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Clinical Trials

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Find a Clinical Trial for You

Memorial Sloan Kettering's doctors and scientists are constantly developing new treatments for cancer. MSK is typically running hundreds of clinical trials at a given time.

You may be able to participate in a clinical trial even if you are new to MSK. Search our online directory to find trial information and see more about who can participate.

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Research and Publications

Publications on PubMed

Visit PubMed for a full listing of Dr. Simpson’s journal articles. Pubmed is an online index of research papers and other articles from the US National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health.

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