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Dr. Jeffrey Farma

Surgical Oncology
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Ave, 
Philadelphia, PA 

Experienced in Hernia Surgery
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Ave, 
Philadelphia, PA 
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Overview

Jeffrey Farma is a Surgical Oncologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Farma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Gastrostomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 113 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties
Surgical Oncology
Licenses
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program in FL
Hospital Affiliations
Temple University Hospital
Doylestown Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Accepted insurance plans:

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  • PPO
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Independent Health
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Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
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Locations

Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111
Call: 215-728-6900
Other Locations
Jeanes Hospital
7600 Central Ave # C308, Philadelphia,, PA 19111
Call: 215-728-2419

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


2 Clinical Trials

STAMP: Surgically Treated Adjuvant Merkel Cell Carcinoma With Pembrolizumab, a Phase III Trial
STAMP: Surgically Treated Adjuvant Merkel Cell Carcinoma With Pembrolizumab, a Phase III Trial
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: November 17, 2025
Intervention Type: Procedure, Other, Radiation, Biological
Study Drug: Pembrolizumab
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase II/III Trial of Neoadjuvant FOLFOX With Selective Use of Combined Modality Chemoradiation Versus Preoperative Combined Modality Chemoradiation for Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer Patients Undergoing Low Anterior Resection With Total Mesorectal Excision (PROSPECT)
A Phase II/III Trial of Neoadjuvant FOLFOX With Selective Use of Combined Modality Chemoradiation Versus Preoperative Combined Modality Chemoradiation for Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer Patients Undergoing Low Anterior Resection With Total Mesorectal Excision (PROSPECT)
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: February 02, 2024
Intervention Type: Procedure, Other, Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2/Phase 3
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113 Total Publications

ASO Visual Abstract: The Utility of Preoperative PET/CT in Patients with Clinically High-Risk Melanoma.
ASO Visual Abstract: The Utility of Preoperative PET/CT in Patients with Clinically High-Risk Melanoma.
Journal: Annals of surgical oncology
Published: September 03, 2025
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3600 Fairview Street, 
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610-882-0199
Languages Spoken:
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Philosophy of care | My goal is to provide the best care I can. I know it can be difficult seeking assistance with your health. I feel that communication is a priority, and I want you to feel comfortable with me. I will always do my very best to take great care of you in and out of the operating room. | Community involvement | American Cancer Society, Wings of Hope, Relay for Life | Personal interests | Cancer care. Dr. Pendurthi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Colorectal Polyps, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.

Lee F. Starker
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Dr. Lee F. Starker
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Experienced in Hernia Surgery
Dr. Lee F. Starker
Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

Atlantic Surgical Oncology

100 Madison Ave,Carol G Simon Cancer Ctr, 
Morristown, NJ 
 (63.8 miles away)
973-971-7092
Languages Spoken:
English
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Lee Starker, MD, PhD, is a medical director of surgical oncology for the eastern region with a special interest in thyroid and parathyroid tumors and cancers, endocrine disorders, melanoma, hormones and metabolism, and cancer genetics. He is highly trained in pancreatic and complex hepatobiliary surgery. He also specializes in NanoKnife® to treat unresectable pancreatic and liver cancers as well as hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC), which is a highly concentrated, heated chemotherapy treatment delivered directly to the abdomen during surgery for peritoneal malignancies.After completing his surgical residency at Yale New Haven Hospital in Connecticut and surgical oncology fellowship training at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas, Dr. Starker returned to his New Jersey roots. Prior to that, he earned a PhD in epigenetics and genetics of parathyroid tumors from Uppsala University in Sweden, where he was chief resident and fellow. While studying there, he received the Gold Humanism Award, which recognizes excellence in clinical care, leadership, compassion and dedication to service. He has also been named an NJ Top Doctor annually by NJ Monthly Magazine.Dr. Starker is widely published in various medical journals, including the World Journal of Oncology and International Journal of Endocrinology. He is a member of the Society of Surgical Oncology. Dr. Starker and his partners provide patients with the latest surgical innovations and clinical research options. He is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Starker is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy.

Experienced in Hernia Surgery
Dr. Ned Z. Carp
Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
Experienced in Hernia Surgery
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Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

Main Line Healthcare

100 E Lancaster Ave, 
Wynewood, PA 
 (6.1 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
English
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Ned Carp is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Wynewood, Pennsylvania. Dr. Carp is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy.

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  • Elite
  • Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma
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  • Melanoma
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  • Merkel Cell Carcinoma
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  • Angiosarcoma
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  • Epithelioid Sarcoma
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  • Familial Colorectal Cancer
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  • Fibrosarcoma
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  • Ganglioneuroma
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  • Liposarcoma
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  • Anal Cancer
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  • Desmoid Tumor
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  • Eccrine Porocarcinoma
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  • Ganglioneuroblastoma
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  • Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer
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  • Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
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  • Experienced
  • Acrogeria, Gottron Type
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  • Acrospiroma
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  • Adrenal Cancer
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  • Bazex Syndrome
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  • Bladder Reconstruction
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  • Colonic Malakoplakia
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