Dr. Mark E. Farmer, M.D. is a fellowship-trained Fort Myers Orthopedic Surgeon Specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery of Shoulder and Knee. Dr. Farmer completed his internship and residency at Montefiore / Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City. He then pursued additional training in complex arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA.
Dr. Mark E. Farmer, M.D. is a fellowship-trained Fort Myers Orthopedic Surgeon Specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery of Shoulder and Knee. Dr. Farmer completed his internship and residency at Montefiore / Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City. He then pursued additional training in complex arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA.
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Great doctor, very smart.
Sep-2024
Dr. Farmer is a good listener and makes sure you have referrals to other specialists you might need.
Aug-2024
Dr. Farmer answered all my questions and concerns in a very professional manner.
Aug-2024
Very thorough, informative, and helpful.
Aug-2024
Excellent
Jul-2024
Always thorough and always professional. Takes the time to explain diagnosis and treatment plan.
Jul-2024
Easy to talk to, knowledgeable and helpful suggestions for strength and good health.
Jul-2024
Gave me some very good info and ways to help me. Also he was not pushing surgery which I appreciated.
Jul-2024
Exceptional doctor and surgeon
Jul-2024
I am a challenge, however, Dr. Farmer took time to explain options to me.
Jun-2024
He started out like a preacher talking about what i should be eating and pushing vitamins on me. I am 68 years old and in very go health compared to the average 68 year old. I found him to be very obnoxious was not too concerned about my shoulder problem until the end of the visit.
Jun-2024
He is the best
Jun-2024
Excellent Dr and his team. Dr. Farmer is very professional and friendly. I would highly recommend Dr Farmer. He takes his time answering questions and explaining my MRI results.
Jun-2024
Excellent
Jun-2024
He is very knowledgeable and listens closely to your concerns.
May-2024
As always, knowledgeable, professional, and helpful. It is why I and my wife have been going to him for many years
May-2024
Very complete with exam. Let me know exactly what to do to solve my problem. Recommend him to others.
May-2024
Very knowledgeable, listens and educates you, offers you treatment in steps beginning at step one instead of throwing you straight into everything that would cost you the most.
May-2024
Dr. Farmer is very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain in detail.
Great customer service with his staff.
May-2024
Was running about an hour behind. This has happened twice.
May-2024
Dr Farmer is absolutely the best! He takes his time and explains everything in terms we can understand.
May-2024
Gets right to the point and asks the right questions then answers your questions
May-2024
he knows what he's talking about
May-2024
Even though they were very busy and behind schedule Dr, Farmer, was thorough and able provide the treatment and information going forward.
Apr-2024
Dr. Farmer was very thorough and took the time to answer my questions.
Apr-2024
THE BEST
Apr-2024
Explained everything and answered all my questions.
Apr-2024
been his patient for 14 years
he is a great doctor. trust him .
Apr-2024
Always takes his time and answers questions thoroughly
Apr-2024
Very direct and satisfying in explaining my problem.
Apr-2024
Dr.Farmer is always professional and an excellent communicator.
Apr-2024
I really like Dr. Farmer but the wait times are horrendous! I waited an hour and a half.
Apr-2024
Love and respect Mark. He’s awesome however, I did have to wait a long time today.
Apr-2024
Dr Farmer took is time and addressed all my issues, concerns, and my remedies. He gave me quite a bit of alternatives to help me with my health issues. Thank You
Mar-2024
Dr Farmer is extremely knowledgeable, efficient and personable. This was my first visit and I am very impressed!
Mar-2024
Amazing! Very thorough and answered all my questions!!!!
Mar-2024
He is wonderful, spends time that is necessary and sincerely cares about the patient needs.
Mar-2024
awesome!
Mar-2024
Exam and information was very thorough
Mar-2024
Highest level of commitment every single time I see him I feel 100% seen heard and understood
Mar-2024
Dr. Farmer was very direct and helpful. Answered my questions. and gave me directions on how to relieve my discomfort and pain.
Mar-2024
Gave me excellent advise and made me feel very confident about the future procedure.
Mar-2024
Great doctor! He explains things well and is very patient and knowledgeable.
Mar-2024
45 min wait
Mar-2024
Quick and thorough
Mar-2024
Superior. Explains everything to a T.
Mar-2024
Good office visit with the Doctor and Karen the PA was very professional. Nice clean areas and everyone was polite
Mar-2024
Excellent
Feb-2024
He seemed to understand the need to get down to the bottom of my pain.
Feb-2024
Explained everything from diagnosis to treatment options in a thorough and easy-to-understand manner. Made me feel like a participant I'm the treatment process.
Feb-2024
A nice comprehensive review of health items we needed to know. He's a pleasant communicator and doesn't push unneeded services.
Feb-2024
He was friendly and very helpful and informative.
Feb-2024
He was wonderful n so was the staff
Feb-2024
Dr. Farmer listened to my concerns and I received treatment
Feb-2024
Dr Farmer was a wealth of information regarding appropriate medication suggestions and analyzing the pain from a humerous fracture. He looked at the current status and made realistic suggestions on how to manage it. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
Feb-2024
Excelente su atención
Feb-2024
Not only is Dr. Farmer a great surgeon, his staff is fabulous. I was fully informed as to what would happen. I was back to walking unassisted in 6 weeks. Rehab is of utmost importance, especially the treadmill. DO YOUR EXERCISES!!
Feb-2024
Two very good care of my situation
Jan-2024
Dr Farmer was a total professional and was able to explain my medical issues with a great deal of compassion and honesty.
Jan-2024
Not only did he take care of my knee pain, he schooled me on the vitamins I was taking and advised me on what might work better. I'd like to go again and and just talk about that kinda stuff. PREVENTION.
Jan-2024
Smart and efficient
Jan-2024
Never examined my knees and never showed me my xrays. How do I know recommended surgery is needed? I felt rushed too. Probably going to get a second opinion.
Jan-2024
Great service worth the wait.
Jan-2024
Awesome! Very approachable, great communication.
Jan-2024
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Dec-2023
Very caring
Dec-2023
Outstanding!! Love everything about him. Great communicator, very confident, knows his profession well. All is good.
Dec-2023
Professional, attentive, insightful, very knowledgeable. I would rate #10 .
Dec-2023
Dr. Farmer is an excellent doctor. He has performed surgery on myself and several of my family members. He also performs non-surgical interventions and cares about your over all health, not just your joints.
Dec-2023
A true professional
Dec-2023
Very knowledgeable
Dec-2023
Dr Farmer went above and beyond. He took time to discuss and recommend vitamins and supplements that could enhance my bone and general health. I look forward to greater pain free mobility in the future. Kudos :)
Dec-2023
Dr. Farmer took the time to explain to me what my procedue would involve. I didn't feel rushed.
Dec-2023
Very good doctor , very professional and knows what’s needed to fix a problem .
Dec-2023
Excellent and he is friendly and nice
Dec-2023
Dr. Farmer is the best. He spends time with you and answers your questions in a manner you understand.
Dec-2023
Professional and to the point . Top 1% in his Field.
Dec-2023
the operation was successful
Dec-2023
His diagnosis is inaccurate and leaves me with zero help in fixing my hip replacement problems. Not happy to say the least!!!
Dec-2023
Very considerate and helpful physician, provided information regarding surgical options and medications and made it easily understandable.
Dec-2023
Dr. Farmer has been my Orthopedic doctor for sometime, and today he listened and examined my leg and told me after an MRI he would know better where we were at. I have complete faith in him.
Nov-2023
Late but great
Nov-2023
Always top notch service! Right to the point very profeshonal. Great staff!
Nov-2023
He is a straight shooter, and very Respectful.
Nov-2023
Great rapport and listens to his patients. Great surgeon too as he has done both my wife’s knee replacements and she is doing great.
Nov-2023
Explained all my options and wasn't jumping to surgery right away. Recieved an injection feel better already. Thank you Dr Farmer.
Oct-2023
Excellent
Oct-2023
He knows what he's doing. He took his time explaining to me what my options were before we made a final decision together.
Oct-2023
Like his demeanor & concern & experience
Oct-2023
I liked that he took the time to listen to my concerns , and he’s very knowledgeable
Oct-2023
Dr. Farmer is personable and thorough in his exam’s and explanations. He’s been my Dr. since 2006.
Oct-2023
The doctor was very professional and informative. Was highly recommended by a coworker.
Oct-2023
Never met the guy
Oct-2023
Doctor Farmer listened to me and addressed my concerns about my shoulder. He also addressed my overall health and steps I can take that will help to reduce my inflammation and joint pain.
Oct-2023
Dr. Farmer helped clarify the appropriate vitamins for my osteoporosis and my broken arm. He is an excellent physician.
Mary McVay
Oct-2023
He did a great job on my knee and listens to youo.
Oct-2023
A caring and competent Doctor! Who also gave me the least painful knee injection ever!
Oct-2023
Very professional. X-rays taken. Exam was performed promptly. Diagnosis & recommended action presented graciously. Very pleased.
Oct-2023
Dr Farmer is wonderful. He takes his time to make a thorough diagnosis and plan of care. He truly cares about his patients best quality of life. Thank you Dr Farmer! We are very grateful for you!
Sep-2023
Explains problems and solutions very well
Sep-2023
Very straight forward and knowledgeable.
Sep-2023
Your right..Excellent!
Sep-2023
Good overall evaluation, treatment, and advice.
Sep-2023
Discussed overall health issues with me.answered all my questions
Sep-2023
Dr. Farmer is great!! He’s thorough, to the point and encourages questions.
Sep-2023
Did a very good job my knee looks great
Sep-2023
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Fort Myers
12670 Creekside Lane Fort Myers, FL 33919
Dr. Mark E. Farmer, M.D. is a fellowship trained Fort Myers Orthopedic Surgeon Specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery of Shoulder and Knee. Dr. Farmer specializes in arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the shoulder and knee, in addition to primary joint replacement of the hip, knee, and shoulder. He also has extensive experience in the treatment of fractures. Dr. Farmer was the first physician in the area to perform an Osteochondral allograft transplant for the treatment of cartilage defects in the knee.
Dr. Farmer was born in London, England, attended Georgetown University in Washington D.C. for both his undergraduate and medical degrees. He completed his internship and residency at Montefiore / Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City. He then pursued additional training in complex arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA.
During his fellowship, he was a team physician for the Philadelphia Phillies baseball team that went to the World Series in 1993, and the Philadelphia Wings indoor Lacrosse team. He has been the physician for the Nuveen Masters professional tennis series, AVP volleyball, and the Florida Flame NBA development basketball team, in addition to several local high school teams.
He has been a resident of Fort Myers since 1993 and a father of two sons. He is currently the Chairman of the Orthopedic Department for the Lee Memorial Health system.
His favorite and most enjoyable hobby is spending time with his sons. As an active golfer, tennis player, and skier, it gives him a unique understanding of the importance of keeping you active with minimum downtime.
Great doctor, very smart.
Dr. Farmer is a good listener and makes sure you have referrals to other specialists you might need.
Dr. Farmer answered all my questions and concerns in a very professional manner.
Very thorough, informative, and helpful.
Excellent
Always thorough and always professional. Takes the time to explain diagnosis and treatment plan.
Easy to talk to, knowledgeable and helpful suggestions for strength and good health.
Gave me some very good info and ways to help me. Also he was not pushing surgery which I appreciated.
Exceptional doctor and surgeon
I am a challenge, however, Dr. Farmer took time to explain options to me.