Meet Dr. Krystle R. Farmer
Dr. Krystle Farmer spent much of her childhood watching and playing sports. Coming from a competitive family, the field provided a great mental outlet, while also providing an avenue for friendships. Her initial academic interest was mathematics, but after taking a high school anatomy class, she was drawn to medicine and the path continued.
Attending Florida Gulf Coast University, Dr. Farmer was a Biotechnology Major, with a Minor in Chemistry and Business Management. Following undergrad, she went on to medical school at the University of South Florida in Tampa. While being close to family and enjoying the year round weather was great, she grew up in North Texas and was happy to return for residency.
When choosing a specialty, sports medicine was a perfect fit, as it combined two of her favorite things, medicine and sports! Injuries can be heartbreaking for young athletes, but Dr. Farmer finds it extremely rewarding to be a part of her patients' recovery process and loves to see their joy when returning to something they love.
She joined Cook Children's team in 2015 as part of the orthopedic department. She's continued helping with sideline coverage for Trimble Tech High School, this will be her ninth season with the team. She credits a good deal of her success to the continual support from her husband, Tim, and their two kids, Preston and Julia.
Away from work Dr. Farmer enjoys family time, gardening and playing outdoors. She loves dance parties with her kids and playing T-ball in the yard with Preston. She also takes frequent walks with her two dogs, Molly and Sherlock.
Dr. Farmer is amazing and patient. She understands my child and recommends what is best for her and her individual needs. She clearly explained what was causing the pain and what our options were to resolve it. She printed the x-rays for us so that we could show her coaches what the issue was and to make it easier to explain. She is the BEST!
- Parent of patient
Services
- Sports medicine
- Pediatric orthopedics
- Fracture care
Reviews
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September 26, 2023
Shaunte' at the front office, was simply amazing. She was kind, respectful, delightful. She needs a raise.
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September 26, 2023
Everything, was amazing like ALWAYS
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September 22, 2023
I want to praise Dr. Farmer for speaking to my son not about my son. She spoke directly to him and asked him questions about how he was feeling. This was an exceptional visit! I will definitely be referring my friends to her as she is a wonderful doctor, with excellent bedside manner.
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September 22, 2023
Dr. Farmer and the front office staff were absolutely exceptional!
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September 20, 2023
All the team members were very friendly, worked well together and made our son feel at ease.
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September 20, 2023
Dr. Farmer explained our son's injury and plan going forward very well.
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September 20, 2023
It was easy which is not something routinely experienced anymore. Everyone was attentive, friendly and genuine
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September 20, 2023
Everyone we worked with that day was amazing. The front desk staff were truly exceptional
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September 18, 2023
Dr. Farmer was very friendly and my introverted daughter warmed up to her very quickly. Thank you so much for being so gentle and attentive to my daughter.
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September 14, 2023
Everyone we encountered at our visit was great, professional, kind and very welcoming. From check in, to exam room to check out. The staff was wonderful.
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September 14, 2023
Dr. Farmer is very warm, professional, patient and helpful. She took the time to help me really understand everything and answer all of my questions. The entire process was very positive, smooth and convenient. And again, so impressed with all of the staff and how helpful and kind they all are. If I had all of the names I would list them here.
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August 15, 2023
This visit was amazing! Not only was everyone extremely friendly and welcoming they got us in/out very quickly while taking care of all my child's needs. Very impressed with everyone from the moment we entered the door.
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July 26, 2023
Dr. Farmer and her staff were all very professional and polite.
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July 06, 2023
There was essentially no wait each time we came in. Staff was very helpful and informative
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July 06, 2023
The entire staff from the front desk, x-ray tech (not sure of names) and Dr Farmer were great to work with.
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July 05, 2023
Everyone who worked with us today was fantastic. My daughter finally had a positive experience at a doctors office from start to finish.
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June 28, 2023
We had a very good experience with everyone we interacted with today. Excellent staff!
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June 28, 2023
Shaunte at the front desk was fantastic! She gave us a warm welcome and was genuinely kind and helpful.
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June 22, 2023
Smooth and easy visit
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June 14, 2023
Dr. Farmer and the other staff were amazing. My child is an athlete and it was our first time at this location. I feel secure in knowing we have somewhere for him to go in case of any issues going further.
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June 02, 2023
Dr. Farmer is thorough, knowledgeable, friendly, and kind. She listened to my son and conducted a thorough evaluation. Highly recommend!
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June 01, 2023
The receptionists were really nice and extremely helpful.
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May 26, 2023
Every person we interacted with was outstanding!
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May 26, 2023
Our experience was phenomenal! From the very friendly lady who checked us in, to the nurse who helped us into the room, to our discussion with Dr. Farmer - everything exceeded our expectations!
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May 19, 2023
Today was a very good experience. Everyone we encountered from receptionist, nurse, Dr, X-Ray tech was kind and professional.
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May 08, 2023
She was good in explaining things to us concerning (Patient).
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April 24, 2023
Dr. Farmer is absolutely amazing!!!
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April 24, 2023
The visit was great and I loved how Dr. Farmer included my daughter in the conversation at every step.
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April 23, 2023
The staff were kind and helpful. The doctor was very knowledgeable about our issue and gave clear and precise information about how to treat and handle our issue. She brought out a model and pinpointed the areas to help us better understand my son's injury
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March 27, 2023
Everyone in this office was kind, helpful and fully invested in their work. We waited almost no time at all and I appreciated the positivity and kindness from every single person we encountered.
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March 27, 2023
Dr. Farmer was excellent, she provided clear explanations/guidance and made it easy to feel sure of the choices we made.
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March 27, 2023
Dr Farmer. She always goes above and beyond on explaining every detail to my son, takes her time, tests his strength and mobility, is so patient. I feel she is so thorough. Even today, at the beginning of our visit, Dr. Farmer mentioned she was reading over my son's notes last night and before she came in today. She comes to the room prepared. I appreciate that. She Is an excellent Dr.
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March 21, 2023
Excellent
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March 21, 2023
They were very concerned about my sons well-being, and how to move forward to help him heal and very thorough
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February 23, 2023
All the staff was great. The dr was amazing and helped so much!
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February 22, 2023
Dr. Farmer was extremely knowledgeable and spoke to (patient) about her body and the next steps to heal and get back to sports.
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February 20, 2023
The whole experience was great
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February 14, 2023
Dr.Farmer is always great with (patient) an explains what is going on in a way he can understand!
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February 09, 2023
Dr. Farmer and PA Jennifer were amazing. They spent quality time with us and offered valuable expertise.
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February 08, 2023
Very good service all
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February 07, 2023
Everyone was so nice.
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January 12, 2023
The visit was quick and everyone we came in contact with made it such and a great appointment for my daughter despite the fact that we had to be there
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January 12, 2023
The Person that checked us in was amazing and truly the entire staff from beginning to end of appointment..Amazing experience
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January 07, 2023
Everyone was amazing
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November 18, 2022
Dr. Farmer is amazing and patient. She understands my child and recommends what is best for her and her individual needs. She clearly explained what was causing the pain and what our options were to resolve it. She printed the x-rays for us so that we could show her coaches what the issue was and to make it easier to explain. She is the BEST!
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November 18, 2022
This entire visit was great.
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November 09, 2022
To Dr. Farmer, We really liked how she treated us and the explanation she gave me regarding my daughter's problem.
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October 26, 2022
She was knowledgeable and thorough. My daughter really liked her and felt well cared for by here.
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October 26, 2022
Dr. Farmer
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October 25, 2022
An amazing experience
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October 25, 2022
Everyone was amazing
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October 23, 2022
Dr. Farmer was great with (patient) and took her time with her!
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October 23, 2022
All the staff during this visit were great!
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October 19, 2022
Excellent
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October 19, 2022
All staff
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October 17, 2022
We love Dr. Farmer. Both of my kids have been to see her in the past few years with various soccer and gymnastics related sports injuries. She is great! Very personable, listens to your concerns and addresses each of them, caring and a good communicator.
Education
- Medical School:
- 2011 - University of South Florida College of Medicine, Tampa, FL
- Residency:
- 2014 - John Peter Smith Family Medicine Residency, Fort Worth, TX
Affiliations
- American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, American Academy of Family Medicine,Cook Children's Physician Network
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