Specialist lower limb orthopaedic surgeon
MBBS FRCS (Tr & Orth)


Mark supports 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.
Treating Adolescents
Teenager & Children MSK Care.
Mark specialises in MSK problems for teenagers, where his experience and style is extremly well suited to this sensitive area. His medical expertise with adolescents and a reputation for patient care, coupled with managing a specific joint specialism, make him an excellent choice.
Clinic & Imaging Locations
Mark practises in a number of clinics across Yorkshire.
Leeds Nuffield
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Duchy Harrogate
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Spire Leeds
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Scans & Imaging
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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 186 reviews Posted on Google Jon MoodyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It is only 8 weeks after my operation and the difference in my ankle is unbelievable. The whole process from start to finish was seem less and Mark Farndon and his team did a brilliant job.Posted on Google David HanlonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Courteous, professional,precise & informativePosted on Google dawn levineTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I met Mr Farndon yesterday for a consultation after suffering foot pain that I have had for almost a year, that is greatly effecting my quality of life. I contacted Mr Farndon via email after reading his positive reviews and his experience in orthopaedics. He replied very quickly on meeting him i found him to be very professional, reassuring and explained the treatment plan I am very much looking forward to a recovery and for Mr Farandons help and expertise.Posted on Google Sandra WalkerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mr Farndon supported me through my initial diagnosis' and eventual full knee replacement. He is a friendly and caring person who took the time to explain the process in detail . My journey was difficult to start with but with the continuing support from Mr Farndon I am very pleased with my recovery . I won’t hesitate to contact Mr Farndon for my other knee if problems arise . Thank youPosted on Google Jill HirstTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Superb treatment from before it began until today, 5 weeks post full knee replacement. I'd been in significant pain for 10 months waiting in the NHS system when I wrote a fact finding email to Mark Farndons secretary. I was desperate for help. That same evening, Mark went to lengths to acknowledge my concerns and offered to look at my MRI and give his opinion. I was impressed by his dedication and the fact he was prepared to do that with no financial implication. A few days later I saw him in person. He was very professional, thorough in his explanations and I was in no doubt that he was the direction I needed to travel in. I booked in for surgery 2 weeks from that point. My experience at The Duchy was exceptional. Nursing staff brilliant and Mr Farndon visited me post surgery 3 times in my 27 hour in patient time. Between 2 and 3 weeks post surgery I was back on the allotment and walking unaided without a limp. I am so grateful to him and to the team at The Duchy. I have my life back, doing the things I'd been missing out on for the previous 11 months.Posted on Google James YoungTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mark was very informative in the lead up to my ankle surgery highlighting the risks and opportunities associated with surgery. His skills are clearly very good because my recovery has been rapid and my scars hardly visible. I look forward to a more active lifestyle now that Mark has fixed my issues. I cannot recommend him and the wider team at The Duchy hospital enough. My surgery was only six weeks ago and as you can see on this photo, the scars are practically none existent already.Posted on Google Philip CharltonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mr Farndon saw me, in place of my surgeon who wasn’t available, in order to talk through the after effects of my knee replacement surgery 6months previously. He was most helpful and reassuring- talking through and explaining all of my concerns.Posted on Google Colin WielandTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very positive consultation with Mr Farndon. I now feel there is a plan in place to resolve my issue. Would highly recommend.Posted on Google MattTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Visited Mr Farndon with ankle pain. He was quick to diagnose via MRI and X-ray and then book in for surgery. His care plan was perfect and i'm now in a much better position and healed well enough to return to sport. Would certainly recommend Mr Farndon to anyone with ankle/foot pain.Posted on Google Alan RTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Totally professional, well met, good humoured and very personable. Early appointment, detailed explanation of scans required and potential outcomes so nothing came as a surprise when it showed I needed surgery. Procedure carried out without incident and throughout I was fully informed. I would certainly recommend Mr. Farndon to anyone with knee or ankle problems.

