Russ has been interested and involved in health and sports his whole life.  While active on the farm and in organized sports through school, he turned to his medical education to learn more about the body.  He’s an Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Joint Replacement, and is exposed daily to the ups and downs of people’s health and fitness struggles and triumphs.

Russ has earned his MDL-1 certificate to help fulfill his passion to help others.  Through his career, Russ has coached and educated at many levels and with many activities.  He’s also gained valuable experience with medical and nutritional utilization and experimentation.