Russell, KY
From WikiMD's Food, Medicine & Wellness Encyclopedia
Russell, KY
- Russell, KY is a city located in Greenup County, in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It is part of the Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH, Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city is known for its rich history, vibrant community, and beautiful landscapes.
History[edit | edit source]
- The city of Russell was incorporated in 1871 and has a rich history that dates back to the late 19th century. The city was named after Colonel Charles Russell, who was a prominent figure in the area during the time of its establishment.
Geography[edit | edit source]
- Russell is located at the confluence of the Ohio River and the Little Sandy River. It is bordered by the cities of Flatwoods and Ashland.
Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]
- Russell is home to several well-known healthcare facilities. These include:
- Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital: This is a 214-bed acute care hospital that provides a wide range of healthcare services. It is part of the Bon Secours Mercy Health system.
- Bellefonte Primary Care: This is a primary care clinic that provides comprehensive healthcare services to the residents of Russell and the surrounding areas.
- Russell Family Medical Center: This is a family medicine clinic that provides primary care services to patients of all ages.
Education[edit | edit source]
- The city is served by the Russell Independent Schools district, which includes Russell High School, Russell Middle School, and Russell Primary School.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
- Russell is served by the Tri-State Transit Authority, which provides public transportation services in the area. The city is also easily accessible via U.S. Route 23 and Kentucky Route 244.
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- Several notable people have called Russell home, including Don Gullett, a former Major League Baseball pitcher, and Billy Ray Cyrus, a country music singer and actor.
Primary care doctors in or near Russell, KY[edit | edit source]
Find a Doctor in Russell, KY
Specialists[edit source]
Specialists: Browse through a range of specialists in Russell, KY. From cardiologists to neurologists, find experienced doctors for specific medical conditions.
WikiMD's specialist doctor finder (USA)
Need help finding a specialist doctor in the United States?
Medical specialists[edit source]
Also see[edit source]
Allied healthcare providers: Explore allied healthcare providers such as
- Dentists
- Clinical psychologists
- Clinical social workers
- Nurse practitioners
- Occupational therapists
- Optometrists
- Physical therapists
- Physician assistants.
Kentucky Physician / Provider Directory | ||
---|---|---|
Primary Care | Providing comprehensive primary care including Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice, Obstetrics/Gynecology, and Pediatrics | |
Specialists | A full spectrum from Addiction Medicine to Urology, representing diverse specialties | |
Surgeons | Expertise across disciplines including Cardiac Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and more | |
Dentists and Other Providers | Detailed listing of Dentists, Podiatrists, Chiropractors, and Optometrists alongside other allied healthcare providers | |
Hospitals | An overview of Hospitals in Kentucky | |
World Directory | Explore doctors across the US with WikiMD's DocFinder or global healthcare facilities with the World Directory of Healthsites |
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD