Dr Crisitna Russo, PhD

Dr Cristina Russo is a Consultant in Stroke Medicine with over 25 years of clinical experience, working within a tertiary specialist centre. She has extensive expertise in the assessment, investigation and management of patients with stroke and transient ischaemic attack (TIA), with a particular focus on identifying the underlying cause of stroke and reducing the risk of recurrence.
Her specialist interests include front-door assessment of acute stroke and TIA, comprehensive investigation of stroke aetiology, and the management of cardiovascular and vascular risk factors. Dr Russo has particular experience in PFO-related stroke, anticoagulation, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and cardiovascular risk, as well as the prevention and management of complications following stroke.
Dr Russo also has expertise in more complex and less common causes of stroke, including vasculitis and other inflammatory vascular conditions. Her clinical experience includes the assessment of stroke in the context of maternal medicine and pregnancy, where careful consideration of both neurological and maternal factors is essential.
She aims to provide a thorough, individualised assessment, combining specialist stroke expertise with a holistic approach to understanding each patient's circumstances, investigating the cause of their symptoms and developing an appropriate plan for prevention and ongoing care.