Spine Specialist & Orthopaedic Surgeon | Mark W. McFarland, D.O.

Dr. Mark McFarland joined the Orthopaedic and Spine Center in 2005. He is a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon. His practice is focused primarily on the care and treatment of disorders and injuries to the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. He specialized in computer navigated and Less Exposure Spine Surgery (LESS). These procedures are minimally invasive and less traumatic for the patient.

Dr. McFarland is an innovator in advanced surgical techniques and has been a developer or consultant on many of the least invasive products found in use today. He has performed many of the first outpatient procedures involving the spine and hip for many disorders. Dr. McFarland’s surgical practice follows a valued team approach, with a surgically trained physician assistant and nurse practitioner to assure a unique, respectful, and minimally invasive experience.

In 2012, Dr. McFarland completed what is believed to be the first in-office kyphoplasty in the geographic region. This procedure is typically done in a hospital setting, but with sophisticated surgical kits and local anesthesia techniques, OSC can do kyphoplasty as an in-office procedure. The equipment eliminates (for most people) the need for general anesthesia. As a result, this makes it easy for a physician to do this procedure in an office setting, using live x-ray technology to assure accuracy during the procedure.

Make an appointment with Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Mark McFarland

Call (757) 596-1900 to schedule an appointment with Dr. McFarland. Visit our Contact Us page for information on office hours. Our office is located in Newport News, VA. We are 40 minutes from Virginia Beach and an hour from Richmond, VA.

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Education, Training, and Affiliations

B.S., Physiology, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK
Physician Assistant, University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, Stillwater, OK
D.O., Oklahoma State University College of Medicine, Stillwater, OK
Internship, Orthopaedics, Ohio University Doctors Hospital, Massillon, OH
Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, Ohio University Doctors Hospital, Massillon, OH
Fellowship, Orthopaedic Spine Surgery, Florida Spine Institute, Clearwater, FL
Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Member, American College of Osteopathic Surgeons
Member, Ohio Osteopathic Association

Awards & Recognition

2023 Coastal Virginia Magazine “Top Doc”
2022 Coastal Virginia Magazine “Top Doc”
2021 Becker’s Spine Review “Spine Surgeons to Know”
2021 Coastal Virginia Magazine “Top Doc”
2020 Virginia Living Magazine “Virginia Top Doctor 2020”
2018 Coastal Virginia Magazine “Top Doc”
2017 Coastal Virginia Magazine “Top Doc”
2016 Coastal Virginia Magazine “Top Doc”
2015 Coastal Virginia Magazine “Top Doc”

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What Our Patients Are Saying

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I just want to say that my lower back was in bad shape. and I was in a lot of pain ,then I went to see Dr. McFarland and he took one look at my MRI and said he could fix that and I would not have anymore pain. After waking up from major lower back surgery, I had no more pain and was back to normal in six months. Dr. McFarland is the best at what he does and you should feel blessed to have him for your doctor. William… Read More

William Benton – Spine Surgery

All of their staff is very lovely and that really helps when you come in, mad at the world, because you’re hurting so bad. Dr. Mark McFarland is very thorough, and explains this very well! I drive from the Virginia Beach oceanfront just to receive care from him. – Holly Edwards

Holly Edwards – Success Story (with Dr. Mark McFarland)

After more than thirty years of conservative treatments, including Physical Therapy, epidurals, anti-inflammatory medications, and surgical interventions (total left knee replacement in 2005, total right knee replacement in 2009), it was concluded that I needed both hips replaced in order to experience sustained pain relief. The pain was located in both groin areas, lower back and radiated down my left leg. Prior to surgery, the pain intensified even when sitting and changing position in… Read More

Barbara McRae – Jiffy Hip Replacement

I had a Kyphoplasty procedure on 4-18-18 at OSC. My physician was Dr. Mark McFarland. He was very informative and spent time explaining the procedure to me. I was very satisfied with him and his staff, especially Stacy, Mary and Zach. I will review the results in a couple of weeks. Thanks so much! Susan T…. Read More

Susan Long – Kyphoplasty for Vertebral Compression Fracture

Approximately 2 years ago, I tripped & ended up with a torn meniscus in my knee. The physician, at that time, quickly recommended surgery, which just was not an option for me. I have a full time job, house, 3 pets, a yard, etc. So I dealt with the pain & just hoped it would go away, certainly not get worse. After setting up a program at The Chesapeake for OSC’s Dr. Mark McFarland to speak to the Community about stem cell injections, I was very impressed with him & the information… Read More

Elizabeth Gee – Stem Cell Therapy for Torn Meniscus

I have had lower back pain for a long time. It was manageable at first, but then it started causing increasing pain making it difficult even to drive. Dr. Mark McFarland prescribed medication and a 4 week course in physical therapy. Dr. Tom Toothaker, DPT was in charge of my therapy. He had me do a series of exercises concentrating on my particular problem. Two sessions a week for 4 weeks and my back doesn’t hurt as much anymore. I am doing daily exercises at home and hopefully soon all the… Read More

James Coates – Physical Therapy for Back Pain

My name is Gene Mason and I am 89 years old. I had three back surgeries 50 years ago and have been plagued with back problems ever since. Two years ago, back pains had reached the point where I felt the need for some sort of corrective action. I had about a year of epidurals and physical exercises. They were effective at first, but only for a short period of time. The neurosurgeon in Williamsburg referred me to the University of Virginia for treatment. The surgeon there told me that, though… Read More

Gene Mason – Spinal Cord Stimulator for Pain Relief

I suffer from Spinal Stenosis. I have had it now for about 6 years. The pain started in my back, then gradually worked its way into my buttocks, thighs and legs. It was horrible and I had trouble doing anything! I originally saw Dr. Mark McFarland for my problem and he diagnosed Spinal Stenosis. He was wonderful to work with and he told me that I had 3 options: spine surgery, a spinal cord stimulator or to live with the pain. I chose the spinal cord stimulator. I then met with Dr. Jenny… Read More

Barbara Clark – Pain Management for Spinal Stenosis/Spinal Cord Stimulator

I have seen several doctors at OSC over the years; most recently Dr. Martin Coleman. I was referred to him by Dr. Mark McFarland for shoulder surgery which was successfully completed. Dr. McFarland helped me with back surgeries and knee replacements. In the past, my mother saw Dr. Raj Sureja and we both felt the same about his services and knowledge. Each experience with the Doctors at OSC has always worked out well. And any interaction with the staff there has only shown me… Read More

Diana J. Rondinelli – Shoulder Surgery, Spine Surgeries, Knee Replacements & Pain Management

I would like to thank OSC (especially Dr. Mark McFarland, Shelly and the rest of his team). I have received nothing but the best care from the moment I began seeing them for my neck, back , hips and knees. My “KNEES”, oh my Lord – the incredible, bone grinding pain is gone!! Dr McFarland is an extraordinary doctor. He was patient with me during my “decision-making” process. He allowed me to become comfortable with the idea of knee replacement surgery and when I was ready – so was… Read More

Willie J. Senegal – Knee Replacement, Neck, Hip & Back Care

Dr. Mark McFarland is a great doctor. He takes the time to listen to you and addresses the issues at hand. Talks to you in plain English, so medical terms are not for me to go home and google. Very impressed! What did I enjoy the most about my experience at OSC? The nurses were great! Dr. McFarland was awesome! Just knowing what is wrong with me and having the ability to try and fix it…awesome! Suzanne… Read More

Suzanne Sulllivan – 5 Star Review/Rating for Dr. Mark McFarland

I’ve had the sincere pleasure of knowing Dr. Mark McFarland for the past 15 years. In that time, he performed a lumbar microdiscectomy of my L1-L2, a cervical discectomy and disk replacement of my C6-C7, and repaired a torn meniscus in my right knee. In addition, he’s performed several epidural steroid injections and been my general ‘go to’ for all things orthopedic. I’ve experienced nothing but excellent outcomes, and Dr. McFarland has always exceeded my expectations. Back &… Read More

Christopher Davis – Lumbar & Cervical Spine Surgeries, Spine Care & General Orthopaedics

I injured my spine lifting a small boat engine onto my boat, from a floating dock. Twisting and turning, while lifting and lowering 60 lbs. of engine on a moving dock, may not have been the best idea. All of a sudden, I felt a dull pain in my lower back that got worse the more I moved. Soon, I had terrible pain down my left leg, buttock and thigh. In another couple of days, horrible calf cramps and numbness in the foot and leg developed. My leg also felt weak, like it was going to… Read More

Rusty Woods – Lumbar Microdiscectomy

My name is Elizabeth S. Ambrose. I am 77 years old. I resided in Yorktown, VA until March, 2014, and now live in Simpsonville, SC. My physicians at Orthopaedic & Spine Center are Drs. Haynes, Sureja, and McFarland. Dr. Haynes treated me for rotator cuff surgery, which was very successful. Dr. Haynes referred me to Dr. Sureja who treated me with injections for 5 years. Dr. Sureja performed these injections with skill, care, and compassion. When he decided that he had gone as far as he… Read More

Elizabeth S. Ambrose – Spinal Fusion & Rotator Cuff Surgeries, Epidural Spine Injections

I received an amniotic stem cell injection from Dr. Mark McFarland on October 7, 2015. I realize that everyone is different, but in my case there was no pain or discomfort from the shot, which was identical to the corticosteroid knee shots I had received in the past. There was no pain or discomfort ever following the shot. For the next 13 weeks, I wore a knee brace when walking around to hold the knee in place, and could take no aspirin or NSAIDs for pain. For the first two weeks, I did… Read More

Charles W. Meissner, Jr. – Stem Cell Therapy for Knee Pain

Dr. Mark McFarland was awesome. He understood my problem and has ordered an MRI to find out why I am experiencing severe back pain. Thank goodness I found the right doctor that wants to help me right away. For many reasons…this practice is by far more professional than other offices I have been to. Everyone there is on the same page as far as courtesy, speed, and professionalism. This was my first visit to see Dr. McFarland. First impressions ARE very important and lasting :). Robert… Read More

Robert Lockhart – 5 Star Rating/Review for Dr. Mark McFarland

Serious neck pain and some lost range of motion brought me to OSC to see Dr. Mark McFarland. Dr. McFarland was very helpful by answering all of my many questions, while diagnosing my problem and recommending a course of action. After some initial conservative measures, we decided to proceed with a Cervical Fusion and Discectomy. As a professional pilot, I was a bit nervous about such a procedure. When the surgery day came, everything seemed to go like clockwork and the results were amazing…. Read More

Westley Stark – Cervical Fusion and Discectomy Surgery

I want all to know what a fantastic doctor Dr. Martin Coleman is. Recently, Dr. Coleman repaired my torn rotator cuff with wonderful results. Before the surgery and during my recovery, Dr. Coleman talked to me so that I could understand, listened to my questions, allayed my fears, and was super encouraging as I recovered. In this hurried world in which we live, it is so nice to have a busy professional take the time that you need with you. I can’t say thank you enough to Dr. Coleman, and I… Read More

Cynthia Belle Petersen – Rotator Cuff Repair Surgery

Dr. Mark Mcfarland is AWESOME. Dr. McFarland’s bedside manner, and the time he takes to talk and explain items to his patients is fantastic, and his skills as a surgeon are beyond words. Dr. McFarland recently performed Spine Surgery on my lower back and I am currently 3 months post surgery. I cannot express enough my gratitude to Dr. McFarland. I have had total relief from the pain and numbness I had been experiencing, and I am able to accomplish all the physical actions that I had been unable… Read More

Jerry Schrage – Lumbar Spine Surgery

I went to Dr. Mark McFarland for a back injury I sustained at work. He told me what he thought the cause was and that I should do Physical Therapy before considering surgery or other options. I 100% supported this decision. The Physical Therapists I worked with did an awesome job helping figure out what worked and what didn’t. The facilities and equipment was state of the art. The staff is very knowledgeable and answered all of my questions. And the best part is I felt like Dr. Jamie Swale… Read More

Corey Rodriguez – Physical Therapy for Work-Related Back Injury

At OSC, they call him ‘the bionic man.’ All told, Don Hollomon has had neck fusion, both knees replaced and hip replacement. As Dr. McFarland describes it, “Each of those procedures puts metal in your body – metal knees, metal hip and a plate and screws in his neck. He’ll be patted down every time he tries to fly.” Despite having all those procedures, which also include a rotator cuff repair, today Don Holloman describes his physical condition this way: “When I was young, there… Read More

Don Hollomon – Hip Replacement Surgery

I was very impressed with results of my procedure with Dr. Mark McFarland. Everything he told me concerning my recovery was spot on! I could notice weekly, sometimes daily improvement during recovery. I would totally recommend Dr. McFarland and OSC to anyone seeking relief from spinal injury or degeneration. What I enjoyed most about my treatment with him were the positive results! Raymond… Read More

Raymond Adams – 5 Star Rating/Review of Dr. Mark McFarland

I have the highest regards for O.S.C., Dr. Sureja and Dr. McFarland. They have taken extreme care in seeing to my well-being, the latest, the installation of a spinal stimulator, which in the testing stage, was a godsend.

David Wooten – Spinal Cord Stimulator for Chronic Pain

I am a 69 year old male and my name is Harry Szczutkowski. I had to have neck surgery done in which my disc had to be replaced. I have been blessed in a way, that when I needed them, I have found the best doctors in their fields. Dr. Mark McFarland is right up there among the top of the list. His skills as a surgeon are first class and he has compassion, and is positive and caring. He is on top of the playing field. I would like to take this time to thank you, Dr. McFarland, and may… Read More

Harry Szczutkowski – Cervical Spine Fusion

I had a lumbar fusion on June 8th of this year, performed by the McFarland team. Every step of the way exceeded my expectations. Dr. Mark McFarland listened to me, answered questions, and explained in a way that made me comfortable with the whole process. I had a lumbar fusion six years earlier (different hospital and doctor), my leg and foot have bothered me ever since. Don’t get me wrong, that surgery was necessary, and I was much better off after the 1st procedure than before. However,… Read More

Bill LaManque – Lumbar Fusion Surgery

I started seeing Doctor McFarland in 2005. He and the staff at OSC have always been wonderful! I’ve had 2 surgeries, with success, and know my Degenerative Joint Disease and Arthritis will always be treated correctly at OSC! Terri Kilgore

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