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Dr. Buckminster Farrow, MD

Dr. Buckminster Farrow, MD

General Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Buckminster Farrow, MD is a general surgeon in Houston, TX and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center and Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Southwest Surgical Associates

915 Gessner Rd Houston, TX 77024

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Dr. Farrow's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Farrow

4.7
25 ratings, 7 with a written review
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Emergency apendectomy
On a Friday, I received the news that I needed an appendectomy. Fortunately, Dr. Farrow performed the surgery that very evening, sparing me the ordeal of visiting the ER and enduring lengthy wait times. Prior to the procedure, Dr. Farrow briefed me on the process, and I was relieved to learn that it would be conducted laparoscopically, taking only about 30 minutes. Upon waking up, I felt remarkably well with no postoperative complications. Though I experienced some discomfort once the effects of the medication subsided, it was manageable. Remarkably, just ten days later, I returned to work. I am deeply grateful to Dr. Farrow for his expertise and care throughout this process.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 20, 2024
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Excellent!
Thank you, Dr Farrow! You are an excellent doctor. My surgery, back in 2017, was perfect and I will be always very grateful to you!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 27, 2022
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Dr. Farrow is as good as it gets--------- excellent doctor/surgeon, nice person, makes you feel like you have known him forever. I have all the respect in the world for hime
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Johnny Hillhouse – Apr 03, 2021
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I had a good visit with Dr Farrow, and the procedure went well. The billing associated with the surgical assistant he requested is another matter. The surgical assistant is under American Surgical Professionals, associated with Pasadena SA Services. They billed me $5355.18 for the procedure which is over twice the amount Dr Farrow charged for a hernia surgery.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Willett – Mar 25, 2021
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This doctor took over my case from another doctor. Preformed surgery on me and I only met him 5 minutes before surgery. After surgery I was in severe pain that he never addressed then he discharged me even though i still had concerns about my severe pain.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 23, 2019
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Exelente servicio, rapido, muy amable el personal. Fui a un chequeo de una hernia umbilical el miercoles, fui operada el dia siguiente jueves y ese mismo dia fui dada de alta y ahora me encuentro en casa descansando de la cirugia, definitivamente recomiendo este lugar 100%
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Liliana in Richmond, TX – Aug 13, 2016
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He is an amazing Dr.!!!! He will listen to all of your concerns and genuinely tries to help in any way possible. He was very easy to talk to, and took his time with my appts. I would definitely trust him with another surgery, for myself or my family!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
19 others found this helpful
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Christi Lanier in Katy tx – Apr 13, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Farrow graduated magna cum laude from MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine in Philadelphia and completed residency at UTMB in Galveston, Texas. Early in his career, he performed research as an assistant professor at Baylor College of Medicine and...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    2006

  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999

  • University Of Michigan

    Undergraduate School, 1994

  • University Of Michigan / Ann Arbor

    Undergraduate School, 1994
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  • What is their future in surgery?, 2003

  • Peritoneal disorders, 2004

  • Outcomes of Veterans Affairs patients older than age 80 after surgical procedures for colon malignancies, 2007

  • Translation of recent advances and discoveries in molecular biology and immunology in the diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic cancer, 2008

  • Over 150 consectutive umbilical hernia repairs in a major VA medical center, 2008

  • Activation and role of MAP kinases in 15d-PGJ2-induced apoptosis in the human pancreatic cancer cell line MIA PaCa-2, 2004

  • Inflammatory mechanisms contributing to pancreatic cancer development, 2004

  • Butyrate inhibits pancreatic cancer invasion, 2003

  • Endocrine Tumors of the Pancreas, 2007

  • Mitochondrial DNA damage and altered membrane potential in pancreatic acinar cells induced by reactive oxygen species, 1999

  • Analysis of differential gene expression patterns in colon cancer and cancer stroma using microdissected tissues, 2005

  • RNA interference: mechanisms of action and therapeutic consideration, 2006

  • Increasing incidence of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus skin and soft-tissue infections: reconsideration of empiric antimicrobial therapy, 2007

  • Inhibition of pancreatic cancer cell growth and induction of apoptosis with novel therapies directed against protein Kinase A, 2003

  • The role of the pancreatic tumor microenvironment in the progression of pancreatic cancer, 2008

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Southwest Surgical Associates

Southwest Surgical Associates-Memorial City915 Gessner Rd Houston, TX 77024
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    • Mon: open 24 hours
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Southwest Surgical Associates

Southwest Surgical Associates-Katy23920 Katy Fwy Ste 410 Katy, TX 77494
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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