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Colorectal Surgery* Age 44
Dr. Russell Farmer, MD is
in Louisville, KY.
Colorectal Surgery* Age 44
Louisville, KY
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience
Dr. Russell Farmer, MD is
in Louisville, KY.
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Constipation
Colorectal Cancer
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Constipation
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Colorectal Cancer
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Constipation
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Colorectal Cancer
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Colectomy
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Anal and Rectal Cancer
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Anal or Rectal Pain
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Anemia
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Anorectal Fistula
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Cholangiocarcinoma
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Crohn's Disease
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Hemorrhoids
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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Intestinal Obstruction
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Liver Cancer
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Pelvic Abscess
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Small Intestine Cancer
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Uterine Cancer
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Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
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Colostomy
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Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
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Excision of Rectal Tumor
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Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
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Proctectomy
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Total Salpingectomy With Robotic Assistance
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Abdominal Pain
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Acute Bowel Infarction
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Anal Fissure
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Anal Prolapse
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Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
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Anorectal Abscess
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Appendicitis
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Barrett's Esophagus
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Basal Cell Carcinoma
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
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Bladder Cancer
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Bone Cancer
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Breast Cancer
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Cervical Cancer
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Cervix Carcinoma
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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
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Coagulation Disorders
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Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
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Endocrine Gland Cancer
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Gallbladder Cancer
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Gallstones
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Gynecologic Cancer
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Hiatal Hernia
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Hidradenitis
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Hypothalamus Cancer
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Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
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Inguinal Hernia
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Intestinal Abscess
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Ischemic Colitis
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Lung Cancer
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Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
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Megacolon
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Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
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Nerve Sheath Tumors
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Neuroendocrine Tumors
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Osteosarcoma
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Ovarian Cancer
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Pancreatic Cancer
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Partial Lung Collapse
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Peptic Ulcer
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Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
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Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
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Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
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Peritoneal Cancer
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Pineal Region Tumors
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Pleural Effusion
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Pyloric Stenosis
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Rectal Prolapse
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Rectovagin*l Fistula
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Retroperitoneum Cancer
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Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
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Secondary Malignancies
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Skin Cancer
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Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
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Thyroid Cancer
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Thyroid Nodule
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Ulcerative Colitis
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Umbilical Hernia
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Urinary Tract Cancer
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Uterine Carcinoma
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Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
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Ventral Hernia
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Abdominoplasty
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Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
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Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
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Anal Cauterization
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Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
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Anoscopy
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Bladder Surgery
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Colectomy Laparoscopic
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Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
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Colporrhaphy
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Colporrhaphy with Robotic Assist
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Destruction of Anal Tumor
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Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
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Duodenal Polypectomy
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Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
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Fecal Impaction Removal
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Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
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Gallbladder Removal
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Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
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Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
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Gastrotomy
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Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
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Hernia Repair
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Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
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Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
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Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
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Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
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Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
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Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
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Laparotomy
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Liver Biopsy
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Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
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Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
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Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
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Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
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Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
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Port Placements or Replacements
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Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
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Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
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Sphincterotomy
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Splenectomy
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Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
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Thoracentesis
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Transendoscopic Stent Placement
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Insurance Accepted
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Choice Plus POS II
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Gold Blue Access-IN PPO
Platinum Blue Access-KY PPO
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Blue Preferred Plus POS
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Blue Card PPO
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HealthyBlue 2.0
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First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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Preferred PPO
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Sagamore Plus
Locations
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UofL Physicians – Colon & Rectal Surgery
401 E Chestnut St Unit 710, Louisville, KY 40202Directions Phone Icon (502) 583-8303 -
UofL Health – Brown Cancer Center
529 S Jackson St, Louisville, KY 40202Directions Phone Icon (502) 562-4673
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Nov 12, 2020
I have nothing but good things to say about Dr. Farmer and his staff. They all took really good care of me, before and after my surgery. Thank you!The UL nursing staff was also amazing.
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About Me
Specialties*
Colorectal Surgery
Medical Oncology
Specialties*
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Education
Education
Medical Education
- University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School
2007
Medical Education
Board Certifications
Board Certifications
- Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?
A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.
New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Russell Farmer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Farmer's profile.
Dr. Farmer in specializes in Colorectal Surgery. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Farmer frequently treats the following conditions: Constipation and Colorectal Cancer. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Farmer's office is located at 401 E Chestnut St Unit 710 Louisville, KY 40202. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.
Dr. Farmer provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Dr. Russell Farmer, MD is affiliated with University of Louisville Hospital, Norton Hospital, Baptist Health Hardin and Uofl Health Jewish Hospital.
Yes, Dr. Russell Farmer, MD holds board certification in Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery.
Dr. Russell Farmer, MD has a star rating of 4.7/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.
Hospital Affiliations
- University of Louisville Hospital
530 S Jackson St, Louisville, KY
- Norton Hospital
200 E Chestnut St, Louisville, KY
- Baptist Health Hardin
913 N Dixie Ave, Elizabethtown, KY
- Uofl Health Jewish Hospital
200 Abraham Flexner Way, Louisville, KY
