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Dr. Russell Farmer, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
4.7 (24)
Map Pin Small Louisville, KY
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Russell Farmer, MD

Dr. Russell Farmer, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in Louisville, KY. They specialize in Colorectal Surgery, has 17 years of experience, and is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery. They graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School and is affiliated with University Of Louisville Hospital, Norton Hospital, Baptist Health Hardin and Uofl Health Jewish Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Farmer an average 4.7 star rating.

Dr. Farmer works at UofL Physicians – Colon & Rectal Surgery in Louisville, KY. They frequently treat conditions like Constipation and Colorectal Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Farmer's Office Locations

  1. 1
    UofL Physicians – Colon & Rectal Surgery
    401 E Chestnut St Unit 710, Louisville, KY 40202 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (502) 583-8303
  2. 2
    UofL Health – Brown Cancer Center
    529 S Jackson St, Louisville, KY 40202 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (502) 562-4673

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Admitting Hospitals

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  • University Of Louisville Hospital
  • Norton Hospital
  • Baptist Health Hardin
  • Uofl Health Jewish Hospital

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Treatment frequency



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Constipation
Colorectal Cancer
Colectomy
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Anorectal Fistula
Cholangiocarcinoma
Crohn's Disease
Hemorrhoids
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Obstruction
Liver Cancer
Pelvic Abscess
Small Intestine Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colostomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Total Salpingectomy With Robotic Assistance
Abdominal Pain
Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal Fissure
Anal Prolapse
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bladder Cancer
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Cervical Cancer
Cervix Carcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Coagulation Disorders
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallstones
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hypothalamus Cancer
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Ischemic Colitis
Lung Cancer
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Megacolon
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Ovarian Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Peritoneal Cancer
Pineal Region Tumors
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectovaginal Fistula
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Skin Cancer
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Urinary Tract Cancer
Uterine Carcinoma
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anal Cauterization
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Bladder Surgery
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colporrhaphy
Colporrhaphy with Robotic Assist
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
Gallbladder Removal
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Transendoscopic Stent Placement
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    4.7
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    About Dr. Russell Farmer, MD

    Specialties*
    • Colorectal Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 17 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1699981191
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
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    Dr. Russell Farmer, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Farmer is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Farmer has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Farmer works at UofL Physicians ‚Äì Colon & Rectal Surgery in Louisville, KY. View the full address on Dr. Farmer’s profile.

    Dr. Farmer has seen patients for Constipation and Colorectal Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Farmer on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    24 patients have reviewed Dr. Farmer. The overall rating for this provider is 4.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Farmer.

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