Teresa Russell
About Teresa Russell
Teresa Russell is a Nurse Practitioner at NYU Langone Health with 17 years of experience in family practice and oncology.
Current Position at NYU Langone Health
Teresa Russell is currently serving as a Nurse Practitioner at NYU Langone Health. She started this role in 2021 and is based in the New York City Metropolitan Area. In her current capacity, she focuses on neurosurgery, specifically on gliomas. She brings a wealth of experience to her position, enriching her practice with a specialized focus on radiation therapy.
Experience at Lenox Hill Hospital
Teresa Russell worked at Lenox Hill Hospital in the Greater New York City Area for a total of six years. She first served as a Nurse Practitioner from 2015 to 2018 before taking on the role of Oncology Nurse Practitioner from 2018 to 2021. This period allowed her to develop significant expertise in oncology and family practice.
Educational Background
Teresa Russell holds a Master's of Science degree in Family Nurse Practitioner from Columbia University, which she obtained between 2008 and 2011. Prior to that, she achieved a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing from the University of Florida, where she studied from 2002 to 2006. Her academic credentials have provided a solid foundation for her extensive career in nursing.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before her current role, Teresa gained diverse experience in several healthcare settings. She worked as a Family Nurse Practitioner at Quadrant Health Strategies, Inc. for 11 months in 2014 and at CVS MinuteClinic from 2011 to 2014. She also served as a registered nurse specializing in pediatrics at Saint Barnabas Health Care System from 2008 to 2011 and at Shands UF from 2006 to 2007. Her career began as a Patient Care Assistant at Shands at AGH from 2005 to 2006.
Language Proficiency and Certifications
Teresa Russell is proficient in Spanish, which enhances her ability to communicate with a diverse group of patients. In addition, she holds a certificate of added qualification in Radiation Therapy from ONS/ONCC, indicating her specialized knowledge in this area. Her capacity to effectively communicate and her certifications contribute to her well-rounded skill set in the field.