Jason Russell

When Jason Russell was diagnosed with aortic stenosis, he knew he needed more than just a skilled cardiologist, he needed someone he could trust to walk with him through one of the biggest health moments of his life.

“Years ago, Dr. Lyndon Box cared for my father and I’ll never forget the way he treated him, not just as a patient, but as a person,” said Jason.

He knew he could trust Dr. Box and the team at West Valley Medical Center.

“I was still in my 30’s when my condition progressed to the point where I needed a valve replacement,” Jason recalled. “It was scary, but Dr. Box made everything feel manageable. He didn’t just treat the diagnosis, he made sure I understood every part of the decision-making process.”

Dr. Box performed an angiogram at West Valley and, after thoroughly reviewing the results, referred Jason to a surgical option tailored for his age and long-term outlook. “He took the time to explain not only what was happening, but why it mattered. No one’s ever sat with me like that before,” Jason said.

But what stood out most to Jason was how personal the care felt, not just from Dr. Box, but from the entire West Valley team.

“Everyone treated me like I mattered,” he said. “The nurses, the techs, everyone. They even asked what music I liked and had it playing for me as I went into the procedure room. That kind of thoughtfulness changes everything when you’re going through something hard.”

Today, Jason continues to see Dr. Box for his heart care. “He’s my guide, my advocate and one of the most trusted voices in my life when it comes to my health,” he said. “He listens, he explains, and he stays up to date on the latest research. I never feel rushed, I feel heard.”

For Jason, the experience was more than medical, it was deeply human.

“When people ask me where to go for heart care, I tell them without hesitation,” Jason said.

“Take me to the doctor who listens, where science meets the soul. Take me to the care that feels personal. Take me to West Valley.”