
Overview
Dr. Drew Farmer is board-certified in general surgery and surgical critical care and fellowship-trained in trauma and critical care. He is skilled in the use of advanced and minimally invasive surgical techniques, including endoscopy and laparoscopy, to care for patients with acute, life-threatening and potentially life-threatening surgical conditions. His areas of special focus include vascular trauma, surgical rib stabilization, intra-abdominal infections, and penetrating trauma to the neck, chest and abdomen. His work in intra-abdominal care has been published in the peer-reviewed medical journal Surgical Infections.Dr. Farmer earned his medical degree in 2014 while at the Texas Tech Health Sciences Center in Lubbock. He completed his general surgery residency at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. He was named Chief Resident in the final year of his residency. Dr. Farmer completed his trauma and critical care fellowship at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. He previously served as a general surgeon at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, also in Philadelphia, within the Division of Trauma, Surgical Critical Care & Emergency Surgery.Dr. Farmer is a member of the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma, American College of Surgeons, Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma and Society of Critical Care Medicine.
Dr. Farmer is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Delirium, Hypovolemic Shock, and Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
8230 Walnut Hill Ln, Suite 320, Dallas, TX 75231
1500 S Main St, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Drew R. Farmer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Drew R. Farmer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Drew R. Farmer by calling their office at 214-369-5432. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Drew R. Farmer a top-rated expert for Ogilvie Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Drew R. Farmer is classified as an Advanced expert for Ogilvie Syndrome, 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. Drew R. Farmer specialize in?
While Dr. Drew R. Farmer is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ogilvie Syndrome, Delirium, and Hypovolemic Shock. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Drew R. Farmer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Drew R. Farmer has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ogilvie Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Drew R. Farmer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Drew R. Farmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Drew R. Farmer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 214-369-5432 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- CholecystitisDr. Farmer isAdvanced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Farmer isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Farmer isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- DeliriumDr. Farmer isAdvanced. Learn about Delirium.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Farmer isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Farmer isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Farmer isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Farmer isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- CellulitisDr. Farmer isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Farmer isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Compartment SyndromeDr. Farmer isExperienced. Learn about Compartment Syndrome.
- ConcussionDr. Farmer isExperienced. Learn about Concussion.