Russell is a graduate of the University of New South Wales, where he completed a Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) and Doctor of Medicine. He trained as a junior doctor at Nepean Hospital before completing his general practice training across Northern NSW and Tamworth, gaining his Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2021.

As a practitioner with a special interest in skin cancer medicine, Russell provides full-body skin checks with dermoscopy and performs minor procedures including biopsies, liquid-nitrogen cryotherapy, and Implanon insertion and removal. He has completed advanced training in skin cancer medicine through the Australasian College of Dermatologists, and is also able to perform CASA Class 2 Basic flight medicals.

Outside of work, Russell is a passionate aviator who holds a Private Pilot Licence and volunteers as a pilot for Angel Flight. He also enjoys playing the piano.