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Dr. Farnel Backer, MD

Family Medicine* Age 55
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Dr. Farnel Backer, MD

Family Medicine* Age 55
Spartanburg, SC
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience
Dr. Farnel Backer, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Spartanburg, SC.

About

Dr. Backer graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine. Dr. Farnel Backer, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Spartanburg, SC and has 20 years experience. Dr. Backer currently practices at Medical Group of the Carolinas - Emergency Medicine - Spartanburg Medical Center and are affiliated with Pelham Medical Center, Anmed Health Medical Center, Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital and Spartanburg Medical Center. Dr. Backer's office accepts new patients. Dr. Backer is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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  1. 1 Medical Group of the Carolinas - Inpatient Medicine - Spartanburg
    101 E Wood St, Spartanburg, SC 29303
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    Open 24 Hours 00:00 - 00:00
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Specialties*
Family Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine
    2004
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Family Practice
Board Certifications
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Farnel Backer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Backer's profile.

Dr. Farnel Backer, MD is affiliated with Pelham Medical Center, Anmed Health Medical Center, Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital and Spartanburg Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Farnel Backer, MD holds board certification in Family Practice.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Pelham Medical Center

    250 Westmoreland Rd, Greer, SC

  • Anmed Health Medical Center

    800 N Fant St, Anderson, SC

  • Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital

    298 Memorial Dr, Seneca, SC

  • Spartanburg Medical Center

    101 E Wood St, Spartanburg, SC