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Russell Farmer, MD, Colon & Rectal Surgery, Louisville, KY

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Colon & Rectal Surgery Louisville, KY

Assistant Professor - Hiram C. Polk, Jr. Department of Surgery, University of Louisville

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  • Office

    401 E Chestnut St
    Unit 710
    Louisville, KY 40202
    Phone+1 502-583-8303
    Fax+1 502-584-0302

Summary

  • I am an Assistant Professor of Colon and Rectal Surgery at the University of Louisville. I specialize in minimally invasive approaches toward colorectal malignancy and IBD, including a robust robotics practice. I also focus on improving quality of life for my patients with sacral nerve neuromodulation for pelvic floor dysfunction, either fecal incontinence or pelvic-outlet dysfunction constipation. Additionally, I perform surgery for anal fistulae, rectovaginal fistulae, and other benign anorectal conditions like hemorrhoids.

Education & Training

  • University of Louisville School of Medicine
    University of Louisville School of MedicineFellowship, Colon and Rectal Surgery, 2013 - 2014
  • University of Louisville School of Medicine
    University of Louisville School of MedicineResidency, Surgery, 2007 - 2013
  • McGovern Medical School at UTHealth
    McGovern Medical School at UTHealthClass of 2007

Certifications & Licensure

  • KY State Medical License
    KY State Medical License 2013 - 2025
  • American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery Colon & Rectal Surgery
  • American Board of Surgery Surgery

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

  • Chadwick Boseman's Death Helps Shine Light on Increasing Colon Cancer Cases in Ohio Valley
    Chadwick Boseman's Death Helps Shine Light on Increasing Colon Cancer Cases in Ohio ValleyAugust 31st, 2020