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.
Mark Farndon, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Lower Limb Specialist, Foot, Ankle & Knee Surgery 128 Google reviews Ruby Enright2025-07-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can’t praise Mr Farndon enough. From my 1st consultation up to the day of my surgery his approach was always calming & knowledgeable. Mr Farndon answered any concerns I had about surgery and recovery in a very understanding yet professional way. I would recommend him to anyone needing any lower leg procedure with no hesitation. On top of that all staff within the hospital were amazing. Thank you for everything Dutchy hospital Mark Roberts2025-07-14Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very easy Doctor to speak with and of course was knowledgable in what the issue I had was. Also used common sense and didn't make me take other tests or procedures that would cost more. Nice guy. James Goldsmith2025-06-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mark was very clear, knowledgeable and detailed in his explanation. The rest of the practice staff were very friendly and professional. JENNY JONES2025-06-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent care and professionalism shown by Dr Mark Farndon and his team for a recent full knee replacement (April 2024). Looked after by the team at the Duchy Hospital Harrogate, for the surgery and subsequent rehabilitation. Andrew Clarke2025-05-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mr.Farndon repaired my ruptured achillies after a bad snow sports fall. I had ruptured it completely and it had retracted a lot prior to surgery (5 days later). Mr. Farndon saw me immediately on my return to the uk and operated the following day. I am almost 4 months on and the results are very impressive, I can walk 98% normally, up and downstairs no problem and it is starting to feel like I had never done it in the first place, I imagine a year on and it could well be indistinguishable. The tightness is subsiding nicely as it loosens up with exercises and use. If you are in 2 minds about surgery/conservative method, surgery definitely felt like the right option for me, it has been a quicker recovery than I had been expecting from such a serious injury. The only downside is the wound does take a while to heal as not a lot of blood goes to the ankle, so it is 3-4 months before fully healed so you have to choose your footwear carefully. But I imagine you would be in the funny boot for much longer anyway without surgery. I was out of the boot in 7 weeks and off crutches in 8. And 12 weeks feeling great. I would recommend Mr.Farndon, he has done a fantastic job on my leg for which I shall be forever grateful. Nick Mandis2025-05-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A first class professional consultant who corrected a troublesome bunion out for me in no time. Deborah Ledgeway2025-05-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mr Farndon did my op on my foot. Very neat job. He is very down to earth and friendly yet professional. Takes the time to explain everything. Very happy and the atmosphere at the Duchy hosp is lovely Lee Dunn2025-05-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Straightforward and informative discussions about a diagnosis, advice and options going forward, excellent tim white2025-05-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mark fused three tarsa-metatarsal joints, with autogenous bone grafts, after walking had become very painful. I was partial weight bearing after only two weeks and fully weight bearing after six. I am now three months post-operative and the joint pain has gone completely. He has an excellent, approachable manner and takes time to answer questions and explain the procedure etc. I would highly recommend him.