Buckminster Farrow
Expertise in
7
conditions
Expertise in
7
conditions
915 Gessner Rd, Ste 670, 
Houston, TX 

Overview

Dr. Buckminster J. Farrow graduated magna cum laude from MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He completed his residency in surgery at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston (UTMB) where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He also was a postdoctoral research fellow in surgery and received his Master’s of Medical Science at UTMB. Board certified in surgery, Dr. Farrow has practiced medicine in Houston, Katy and the surrounding areas since 2006. His clinical interests include hernia repair, minimally invasive abdominal surgery, gallbladder surgery, skin and soft tissue surgery and cancer surgery. He provides state-of-the-art compassionate care to patients 14 years and older. Dr. Farrow believes in being an advocate for his patients. He takes the time needed to listen to each patient to truly understand how he can best help them and recommends surgery only when it is the best option. His goal is to provide the very best care, so that his patients live longer, healthier and happier lives. Honored as the 2012 Physician of the Year at Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Dr. Farrow was named one of the best general surgeons in 2014 by Houstonian magazine and the best general surgeon in 2015 by Living magazine. He is a member of the Texas Medical Association and the Harris County Medical Society. A Houston resident, Dr. Farrow and his wife have three children. In his spare time, he enjoys cooking, sampling wines, reading and, most of all, spending time with his family.

Dr. Farrow is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Hernia Surgery.

Graduate Institution

Medical College Of Pennsylvania-Drexel University, 1999

Residency

University of Texas Medical Branch-Surgery

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in TX

Hospital Affiliations

Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital
Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Community Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
Community Health Choice
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Friday Health

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Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

915 Gessner Rd, Ste 670, Houston, TX 77024
Other Locations
23920 Katy Fwy, Ste 410, Katy, TX 77494
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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Buckminster Farrow is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hernia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Buckminster Farrow specialize in?

While Dr. Buckminster Farrow is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

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Dr. Buckminster Farrow accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-772-1200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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