Dr. Martin E. Felder, 87

Carlsbad, Calif. – Martin E. Felder, M.D. passed away on Dec. 31, 2017, in Carlsbad, California. He was born and raised in Fall River, Massachusetts. He graduated from Brown University in 1952, and from Tufts University medical school in 1956. Felder entered an internship and residency program at Ohio State University, and during that time also joined the U.S. Public Health Service, completing his service as a lieutenant-commander. 

Felder started his private practice in Providence in 1963 and became instrumental in the development of Brown University’s medical school. When he retired from the medical school in 2003, the university honored him as an Emeritus Professor for his dedication to teaching. He served as chief of general surgery at the Miriam Hospital, and was a member of numerous medical societies, including the New England Surgical Society.

He was an avid golfer, a Silver Life Master in duplicate bridge, and collected and was a connoisseur of fine wines.

He is survived by his wife, Velma Felder of Carlsbad, his sister Avis Burger of Scottsdale, Arizona, his son Mark Felder of Laveen, Arizona, his son Lawrence Felder of Scottsdale, and four grandchildren, Charles Felder, Emily Felder, George Felder and Madaleine Felder.

As was his wish, any donations in Dr. Felder’s memory may be made to the public library of one’s choice.