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Dr. Russell Linton, MD

Dr. Russell Linton, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Russell Linton, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Columbus, MS and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with North Mississippi Medical Center Gilmore-Amory. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

670 Leigh Dr Columbus, MS 39705

Make an Appointment

(662) 328-7123

At a Glance

  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Linton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Linton

3.6

26 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
62%
62%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
0%
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2 Star
0%
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1 Star
35%
35%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rachel P. in Starkville, MS – Jul 21, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Little Rock, AR – Feb 24, 2017
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ackerman, MS – Sep 12, 2016
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
15 people found this helpful
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Mar 28, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Columbus Orthopaedic Clinic is composed of a group of physicians who are each specialists in their own field of orthopaedics, including orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic spine surgery, sports medicine and physical therapy.  Because each physician...read more

biography

Russell C. Linton, M.D.

Undergraduate:

B.S. 1980, Mississippi State University

Medical School:

M.D. 1984, University of Mississippi School of Medicine
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  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

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  • Shands Hospital At The University Of Florida

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990

  • Campbell Clinic/ University Tenn Center Health Scis

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • University Tenn Center Health Scis

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
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Locations

Practice

The Columbus Orthopaedic Clinic P.A.670 Leigh Dr Columbus, MS 39705
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Cardiology Associates of North MS PA2459 5th St N Columbus, MS 39705
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • North Mississippi Medical Center Gilmore-Amory

    1105 Earl Frye Blvd
    Amory, MS 38821

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    13% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

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