Joseph A. Russo, MD

Plastic Surgeon

Phone

617.964.1440

Website

josepharussomd.com

Address

575 Boylston St., Newton Centre, MA, 02459

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Philosophy

Crediting his passion for innovation and ability to evolve for his continued success as a top plastic surgeon in the Bostonmetro area, Dr. Joseph A. Russo has stayed abreast of industry advancements for the past 25 years. “When I began, I concentrated on transitioning from reconstructive surgery to aesthetic plastic surgery and building my practice,” says Dr. Russo. “Now I thrive on learning and advancing with the latest noninvasive techniques and technologies.” He also applauds his talented team for the continued growth of his loyal patient base. “I’m proud of my highly skilled staff of nurses, laser technicians and aestheticians who make it possible for us to be so successful.”

Education

Degree:

University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Residency:

General Surgery, Harvard Medical School Beth Israel Hospital

Fellowship:

Plastic Surgery, Harvard Medical School Beth Israel Hospital

Credentials

Board Certification:

American Board of Plastic Surgery

Affiliation:

American College of Surgeons, American Society of Plastic Surgeons

A Minute With

My philosophy

We believe in spending time to get to know each patient and understand what is important to them. We then
spend time doing an analysis on the issues that concern them and formulate a plan that is consistent with their desires and budget
Most memorable patient reaction

A huge smile followed by, “I can’t believe I waited so long!”
Three words that best describe me

Passionate, dedicated, personable
Career-defining procedure

Breast augmentation was and still is my favorite! It has such an impact on a woman’s confidence. The introduction of “Gummy Bear” implants changed my whole practice. I also love the art of injectables for the face and like to layer different products to create a more natural effect
What sets my practice apart

We offer the highest level of care combined with a full list of services
that enable us to treat any concerns or issues that our patients may have
My greatest achievement

Being the first person in my family to graduate college and medical school and then attending Harvard for my surgical training
The procedure i perform most often

When I began practicing in 1991, breast augmentation and liposuction were my most popular procedures. While they remain extremely popular, now Botox® and fillers top the list
My motto

Aging stops here!
The most outrageous medical myth i’ve heard

That implants need to be replaced every 10 years
The future of my field

I foresee continued innovations in
treatment technologies but also
innovations in patient engagement
using technology. We’ll be seeing
more 3-D imaging, digital projecting,
portal apps, direct messaging with
providers and sharing of personal
stories through social media
How my profession has evolved

Before, there was no real understanding of how the face aged. Pulling the skin tighter with a facelift was the best way to appear more
youthful. This also made the face look very unnatural. We now realize that volume loss is the biggest contributor to facial aging and correct it by utilizing volumizing fillers that allow the face to age gracefully and naturally
My operating room playlist

Classic rock
What i can’t live without

Coffee
What is the one thing your practice offers that is really unique?

We have a full-service cosmetic
center that includes our own
operating room, the most advanced
noninvasive and minimally invasive
technologies, a dozen lasers, and a
team of experts that works closely
with me. Our mission is to give great
results and great experiences
Is there one procedure or operation that changed your career?

We now have InMode’s BodyTite
and FaceTite fat-melting and skintightening
device. Made especially
for plastic surgeons, it allows for
dramatic results without the
scars and downtime associated
with surgery. I haven’t performed
a full-blown facelift since!
Why do you employ a less-is-more approach?

I find most patients want two things:
to get the best possible results with
the least amount of disruption to
their lives, and to look like better
versions of themselves. Thanks to
great innovation, my team and I are
able to give better and better results
with less office time, less downtime
and less drastic changes
My favorite way to start the day

With a workout
and a coffee
What i’m reading right now

Start with Why
by Simon Sinek