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Michael Farrell, M.D.
Gastroenterologist
Dr. Michael Farrell was born in Cleveland Ohio and grew up in McLean, VA. He spent eight years in Charlottesville at the University of Virginia where he earned both his undergraduate and medical degrees (BA with distinction in Economics and Doctor of Medicine). His internship and residency in Internal Medicine were both done at The University of Connecticut, finishing in 1988. Dr. Farrell then returned to Virginia and completed his fellowship in Gastroenterology at The Medical College of Virginia/VCU in 1990.
After fellowship he stayed in Richmond and went in to practice with Dr. Ben Bradenham where together they formed Henrico Gastrointestinal Specialists. In 1994 the two of them joined forces with GSI and have been an integral part of our group ever since.
Dr. Farrell has a special clinical interest in advanced biliary endoscopy and ERCP for the treatment of pancreatic, biliary and liver diseases. He is also interested in inflammatory bowel diseases and general gastroenterology.
He holds an academic appointment at The Medical College of Virginia and has served as the chair of medicine/family practice at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital. He served as staff representative of the medical staff section of national American Medical Association meetings for many years. For 9 years Dr. Farrell supervised the Gastroenterology rotation for Hanover /VCU family practice residency program. He is committed to continuing medical education and has received the AMA physician recognition award for this.
A “lifelong student,” Dr. Farrell has an interest in international health issues. He has traveled with cultural exchange GI programs in Africa and Russia.
When he is not working, he spends time as a “frustrated golfer,” “Dad”, “Grandpa” and “hopeless UVA and Redskin fan”. He is enjoying following his new favorite college basketball team – the VCU Rams.
For more information, visit Dr. Farrell’s personal website.
Locations
Henrico Doctors' Hospital - Forest Medical Plaza
7611 Forest Avenue, Suite 320
Richmond, VA 23229
Richmond, VA 23229
Reviews
His professional manner and bedside manner, made me feel completely confident in his competency, as well as feeling cared for a special person. His integrity and true care for his patients was immediately evident. His entire staff made me feel the same way. A special recognition for the care from his nurse Richard Allen.
The staff is patient, supportive, motivating.
The procedure was efficient. Staff was friendly.
Best GI Doctor and practice in Virginia
Overall positive experience.
Professional and comprehensive care from one of the most technologically advanced and experienced physicians in the Mid Atlantic.
Everyone was kind and professional
Very professional. Organized and a pleasant experience considering it was a medical procedure.
Amazing doctor and cares about all his patients.
This was a great experience. They were all nice and accommodating!
I had the best experience! Instructions pre-procedure were clear. My team of caregivers were professional, knowledgeable and courteous from beginning to end. Highly recommend Dr. Farrell & his group at Gastrointestinal Specialists, Inc.
Check in was quick and easy when you pre-fill the paperwork. Procedure did not take long and went without any problems, but I was informed that they removed, benign looking polyps. My wife was not told this and we didn’t receive additional follow up in the mail, indicating the polyps were tested. Still, the procedure itself was fast and efficient. The doctor and the staff were very friendly.
Great staff from front desk to nurses to Dr. In for colonoscopy so nothing fun about that! Everyone made as good an experience that it could be.
Excellent service. I was in and out very quickly.
Everyone was thorough and attentive. Procedure was flawless.