Specialist lower limb orthopaedic surgeon
MBBS FRCS (Tr & Orth)
Supporting patients from paediatrics, adolescents and adults in Yorkshire.
Mark deals with injuries and early to late-stage arthritis, as well as working to support the surrounding area’s amateur to professional sports athletes.
Focusing on all aspects of foot and ankle conditions, including;
- complex primary and revision surgery
- deformity correction
- arthrodesis and
- sports injuries
Mark sees many patients with knee issues in his clinic and regularly carries out;
- arthroscopic knee surgery
- knee replacement
Each patient is allowed the time in his clinics to explore the problems they are experiencing, no matter how simple or complex. His years of experience and calm manner will put you immediately at ease – relax you’re in good hands.
Clinic & Imaging Locations
Leeds Nuffield and Circle Health Duchy Harrogate
Frequently Asked Questions
We hope the patient journey is as smooth as possible for you, although we can’t answer all your questions straight away, you may find the beloe FAQ’s useful.
Usually less than a week. Several clinics run weekly in Harrogate and Leeds.
Following a diagnosis, for urgent problems such as sports injuries, surgery can often be offered within two weeks – sometimes sooner.
Yes, a surgery date can be arranged to suit you.
Unless you have a complex medical history or have had previous relevant treatment/surgery, if you are self-funding then a referral is not required. If you have health insurance, your insurer may require a referral to allow authorisation.
Yes, you have no obligation to pursue private treatment and can return to the NHS at any time, though generally, your GP will need to refer you.
Please note: If you have had a private consultation/diagnosis and would like treatment via the NHS, you will restart your care pathway. Previous private consultation or treatment offers no priority on return to the NHS.
Yes. The referral can be made by either your GP or another clinician prior to your appointment, or a request can be put in during your initial consultation. Please contact us if you need advice.
A. Up to 30 minutes are allocated for new appointments, however, your consultation will generally last as long as you need.
Video Series
For more information, Mark has put together a series of videos which you can find in the patient information tab or by clicking the button below. Here is one of the videos with Mark explaining the use of a boot following surgery.
EXCELLENT Based on 144 reviews Posted on Luis IdrovoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mr M Farndon is an outstanding orthopedic Consultant. I have been his patient since he operated my disabling Morton’s neuroma (schwanomma) on my foot 11 years ago which gave back my ability to walk painless. His expertise , kindness and communication skills are what you look for in a specialist. I recently visited him due to a knee problem and again I had a clear diagnosis and a sensible plan to follow. I have highly recommended him to my patients and close family members. If you need an expert and sensible opinion about anything related to orthopedic issues, he is the person to come and see. Thanks again Mark !! Dr L Idrovo, consultant Neurologist- Harrogate and Leeds.Posted on KENDALLTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I visited Mr Farndon at the Duchy in Harrogate. On my first visit he also organised a xray of my ankle and discussed the findings. To ensure that he had all the facts, he also arranged for a MRI at Thorpe Park in Leeds. A week later we met again and he provided a clear and informative diagnosis and discussed my options. He is a pleasure to deal with and I highly recommend him.Posted on Tom LeatherTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Upon rupturing my achilles tendon, I spoke with several specialists and surgeons regarding the best move forward. I am a 33 year old male who's life revolves around physical activity, so trusting the Doctor and the proposed treatment was a huge deal for me. Within a few minutes of meeting Mr Farndon, I was confident I wanted to work with him. Previous specialists had immediately pushed me towards either a conservative or surgical approach, and the information they gave me was weighted towards the approach they clearly wanted me to take. Mark's approach was completely different. He gave me all the pros and cons to each approach and shared information that clearly considered my age, lifestyle and the sort of recovery I was hopeful for. Once I had this information he made it clear that the decision was mine, which he then gave me the confidence that this was a good decision. The surgery itself was first class. I have (unfortunately) had other major surgeries for sporting injuries, and everything about the procedure and follow up appointments was done to the upmost level of professionalism. I am now 5 months post surgery and already able to do single leg calf raises to the same level as my non-injured leg - a big test in return to full recovery and ability to start running again and the final phase of my rehabilitation program. I couldn't be happier with how the surgery has gone, and couldn't recommend Mark more highly for his professionalism, expertise and character. Thank you Mark and the wider Circle Health Group team. TomPosted on Lucy HallosTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Not patronising, compassionate and approachable.Posted on Ben WilsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mark was professional and I felt at ease through initial consultation and surgery on my ankle, I had no concerns with Mark undertaking the procedure. I went through insurance and had zero issues with payments, everything was very efficient.Posted on Carol TurnbullTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I first went to see Mr Farndon back in July 2025 with pain in my left big toe. After an x-ray and examination of the foot Mr Farndon explained the problem in detail. I decided to go ahead with the big toe fusion surgery suggested by Mr Farndon. I had the surgery on the 5th August 2025. I was in and out in the day and now 3 months on my foot is so much better. I am very grateful to Mr Farndon and his expertise. I must also add that the whole team at The Duchy Harrogate were excellent. I would definitely go back to Mr Farndon and would certainly recommend him to anyone else.Posted on Dogs Are The BestTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Met Mr Farndon today for a great consultation, the process was easy to book and attend. Mr Farndon was extremely knowledgeable and able to assess symptoms and give advice on next steps. Highly recommend !Posted on clive wilsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Superb in every way. Explained issues in detail without jargon.Posted on Anne LuntTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have seen Mr Farndon now on a couple of occasions with a knee injury and can honestly say that his expertise, caring nature and knowledge was second to none. My care from the initial consultation to MRI imaging, receiving results followed by a follow-up appointment was extremely quick. He explained everything thoroughly and in such a manner that I understood the results and the different paths that could be taken depending on how my recovery proceeded. If you are having knee problems and need to see a specialist then please do consider him. I cannot rate him highly enough and would definitely recommend him to my family and friends.Posted on Harry BriscoeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mark was a fantastic surgeon and consultant, always available to answer questions and I’m very happy with the treatment provided