Dr. Fawzi Farha, MD
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43 y/o
Accepting new patients
Dr. Fawzi Farha, MD is a general surgery specialist in Orange Park, FL and has been practicing for 18 years. He specializes in general surgery.Read his story
First Coast Surgical Associates
2140 Kingsley Ave Ste 11
Orange Park, FL 32073Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Ambetter
- AvMed
- Bakery & Confectionary Union Plan
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
- CHAMPVA
- Cigna
- Commercial Insurance Company
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- Golden Rule
- Humana
- Medicaid
- Medical Mutual of Ohio
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Top Care Areas
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Abdominal Disorders
very high
more than 94% of peers
Gastrointestinal Diseases
high
more than 90% of peers
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
high
more than 89% of peers
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Dr. Farha's bio
This content was provided by Dr. Farha "Dr. Farha specializes in general surgery with a focus on the abdomen and related organs. He performs robotic-assisted gallbladder surgery, colon resections, colostomies and hernia repairs. He received his medical degree from St. Joseph's University and completed his residency at the University of Kansas. Dr. Farha is board certified by the American Board of Surgery."
Care Philosophy
This content was provided by Dr. Farha "First Coast Surgical Associates' goal is to provide the most advanced and state-of-the-art surgical care with personal attention to the individual needs of each of our patients. We pledge a compassionate and professional approach to our patients' problems and offer a variety of surgical services including, but not limited to: Colonoscopy & Upper Endoscopy, Office Procedures, Proctology: Fissures, Fistulas, Anorectal Abscess, Hemorrhoids, rectocele And condylomas, Stapled Hemorrhoids surgery ( PPH), Colorectal surgery, GI Surgery Open & Laparoscopic, Biliary & Pancreatic surgeries, Single site Lap Chole, Breast surgery, Thyroid surgery, Peritonal and venous access procedures, Amputations, Wound care, Office vein procedures, Hernia surgery: Open & Laparoscopic, Robotic Surgery.
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1 Specialties
- General Surgery
1 Board Certifications
- General SurgeryAccredited by: American Board of Surgery*
74 Conditions Treated
- Abdominal Disorders
- Abdominal Pain
- Abscess
- Anal and Rectal Cancer
- Anal Disorders
- Anal Fissure
- Anal or Rectal Pain
- Aneurysm
- Anorectal Abscess
- Appendicitis
- Appendix Disorders
- Benign Tumor
- Biliary Atresia
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Diseases
- Breast Lump
- Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Cholecystitis and Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
- Colon Cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Cyst
- Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophageal Diseases
- Esophageal Fistula
- Fistula
- Fracture
- Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
- Gallbladder Cancer
- Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia
- Hidradenitis
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Incisional Hernia
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Lipomas
- Liver Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
- Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
- Pleural Effusion
- Pulmonary Disease
- Pyloric Stenosis
- Rectocele
- Secondary Malignancies
- Skin Lesion
- Small Intestine Cancer
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
- Stomach Diseases
- Thrombosis
- Thyroid Disease
- Ulcer
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Umbilical Hernia
- Varicose Veins
- Vascular Disease
- Ventral Hernia
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72 Procedures
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Appendectomy, Laparoscopic
- Appendectomy, Open
- Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
- Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
- Bile Duct Procedure
- Biopsy of Breast
- Bone Marrow Biopsy
- Breast Surgical Procedure
- Colectomy
- Colon and Rectal Surgery
- Colonoscopy
- Decortication and Pleurectomy
- Destruction of Anal Tumor
- Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
- Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
- Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
- Esophageal Surgery
- Excision of Breast Tumor
- Excision of Rectal Tumor
- Excision of Skin Lesion
- Excision of Stomach Tumor
- Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
- Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
- Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy, Anal
- Gallbladder Removal
- Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic
- Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Open
- Gastric Bypass Surgery, Laparoscopic
- Gastroenterology Procedures
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
- Gastrotomy
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Heart Surgery
- Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
- Hernia Repair
- Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
- Incisional Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Inguinal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Inguinal Hernia Repair, Open
- Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
- Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
- Laparotomy
- Lung Surgery
- Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
- Mastectomy
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Open Diaphragmatic and-or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
- Open Incisional and-or Ventral Hernia Repair
- Paracentesis
- Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Parathyroidectomy
- Peripheral Artery Catheterization
- Port Placements or Replacements
- Proctectomy, Open or Laparoscopic (incl. Swenson and Duhamel Procedures)
- Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
- Skin Grafts
- Sphincterotomy
- Splenectomy
- Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
- Stomach Surgery
- Thoracentesis
- Thyroid Surgery
- Thyroidectomy
- Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
- Tracheal Surgery
- Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Varicose Vein Procedure
- Vein Treatment
- Wound Care and Management
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Background Check
0 Malpractice Claims
No malpractice history found for Florida.
0 Sanctions
No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
0 Board Actions
No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
Education
- University of Kansas - Kansas City KSMedical School | Graduated 2000
- University KsInternship Hospital | Completed 2000
- University of Kansas - Kansas City KSResidency Hospital | Completed
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
- Arabic
- French
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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What People Say About Dr. Fawzi Farha, MD
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I am so pleased that my primary referred me to dr farha. He is knowledgeable, caring and highly skilled. I was amazed that I did not bruise as forewarned and healing much better than I ever imagined. He and his staff worked hard to get me cleared for surgery. You are in very good hands with...Read More
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1Andrea in Jacksonville, FL – Oct 17, 2017
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Dr. Farha is exceptional, truly one of a kind. He is extremely thorough, kind, knowledgeable and caring. If I had any questions or concerns Dr. Farha was honest and always responded to messages in a very timely manner. His staff is nothing less than amazing as well...Miss Elaine was so kind and...Read More
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4The Baturer Family in Middleburg, FL – Apr 13, 2016
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Dr. Farha is wonderful! He has the very best bedside manner. With his awesome smile and reassuring presence he lets you know that he will take the very best care of you.
Elaine in his office is a true gem! She is so positive and encouraging that you just know that everything is going to be...Read More
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5Linda Finn in Orange Park, FL – Feb 28, 2016
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Now Accepting New Patients
Dr. Farha accepts 16 insurance carriers
- AetnaAetna HMOChoice Plus POS II
- AmbetterSuperior Health Plan
- AvMed
- Bakery & Confectionary Union Plan
- Blue Cross Blue ShieldBlue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of FloridaBlue Care HMOBlue SelectBlueDental Choice
- CHAMPVA
- CignaCigna HMOCigna PPOOpen Access Plus
- Commercial Insurance Company
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Golden Rule
- HumanaChoice Care PPOSelect HMO
- Medicaid
- Medical Mutual of Ohio
- MultiPlanMultiPlan PPOPHCS Network PPO
- UnitedHealthCareUnited Healthcare
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