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Dr. Brian Farrell, MD

Dr. Brian Farrell, MD

Neurosurgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Brian Farrell, MD is a neurosurgeon in Paducah, KY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital and Marshall County Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Mercy Health - Paducah Neurosurgery

1532 Lone Oak Rd Ste 143 Paducah, KY 42003
Telehealth available

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(270) 538-6600

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Farrell is affiliated with Massac Memorial Hospital Metropolis, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Farrell is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Farrell specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Farrell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Farrell

4.5

16 ratings, 15 with a written review
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Jan 09, 2025
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Nov 07, 2024
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Apr 17, 2024
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  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Elvie Lou Burnine – Oct 18, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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J Andrews in Williamsburg, VA – Sep 19, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
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prometheamoth in Yorktown, VA – Aug 30, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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No results
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Ellen Banker in VA – Aug 21, 2018
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  • 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
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Dr. Brian Farrell, MD is a neurosurgeon in Paducah, KY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Health Lourdes...read more

  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Nebraska At Kearney

    Medical School, 2008
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Farrell is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Mercy Health - Paducah Neurosurgery

    Mercy Health - Paducah Neurosurgery1532 Lone Oak Rd Ste 143 Paducah, KY 42003
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Massac Memorial Hospital

      28 Chick St
      Metropolis, IL 62960
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      90%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Marshall County Hospital

      615 Old Symsonia Rd
      Benton, KY 42025

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      86%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital

      1530 Lone Oak Rd
      Paducah, KY 42003
      Recipient of 31
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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