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Kristen Thomas, MD

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Patient Rating:

5 104 ratings   Read all reviews

My Specialties:

Orthopedic Surgery, Board-certified

My Areas of Focus:

Shoulder Surgery

Languages:

English, Interpreters available for other languages

Gender:

Female

Affiliations:

Legacy Health Partners

About Me:

Dr. Kristen Thomas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder surgery. She has completed her medical school and orthopedic residency at The Ohio State University. Dr. Thomas completed her shoulder and elbow surgery fellowship at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City, NY. She has been published in multiple peer reviewed journals and has a special interest in shoulder injuries in softball players. Dr. Thomas enjoys spending time with her family and outdoor activities.

Education:
Residency: Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, Ohio
Medical School: Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, Ohio
Hospitals Served: Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center

Patient Rating

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Average Rating:  5 out of 5.0
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  May 10, 2025
Dr Thomas was very kind and nice and helpful.
  May 03, 2025
Dr Thomas exemplifies what and how a doctor should be. I am very fortunate to get her expertise and compassion while I navigate an evolving medical situation.
  Mar 07, 2025
Dr. Thomas listens, answers questions, gives options, is not pushy, truly cares...she's the perfect doctor. Dr. Thomas also has a good sense of humor. Her staff is equally as awesome!
  Feb 17, 2025
Absolutely fabulous experience with a difficult orthopedic need.
  Feb 13, 2025
Dr Thomas and her team are great to work with !!
  Jan 24, 2025
Everyone involved was professional and courteous
  Jan 15, 2025
Dr Thomas was very prepared for our appointment. She understood and was very knowledgeable about my test results.
  Dec 05, 2024
Dr. Thomas was knowledgeable and able to impart the information that I needed. She was responsive and generous with her time and knowledge. Great doctor.
  Dec 03, 2024
Was very satisfied
  Nov 27, 2024
Dr Thomas is kind, an excellent listener, I felt understood and heard . I appreciated her time with me and explaining the issue . I would highly recommend her .
  Nov 24, 2024
Dr was knowledgeable and conveyed information clearly, and I feel hopeful.
  Nov 24, 2024
Dr. Thomas helped to get me an appointment on the same day / time as my daughter's post surgery appointment.
  Nov 22, 2024
I was happy with vist
  Nov 17, 2024
I have always appreciated the professionalism and care that Dr Thomas' team provides, they are exceptional!
  Oct 25, 2024
She diagnosed me as a specialist which I wanted my PCP was wrong though he did say that I should see a specialist she cleared up misinformation and used her expertise which was very comforting to me I was so afraid until I saw her
  Oct 22, 2024
Really impressed with Dr. Thomas, her MA and office staff. Dr. Thomas was thorough, gave good explanations, suggestions and outlined a path forward.
  Oct 11, 2024
The appt. Was set for me. It came up on my chart so I went. It worked out great but I had nothing to do with setting the appt.
  Oct 05, 2024
Dr Thomas is the best!
  Sep 27, 2024
The Best. Really knows her field. Gives direct advice. She's perfect.
  Sep 26, 2024
Dr. Thomas and team have made my shoulder surgery experience very good. I feel like I received excellent care and have been very pleased with everything/one.
  Sep 21, 2024
Hands down best medical group of workers I've been to in a looooong time!
  Sep 20, 2024
Dr. Thomas was wonderful as I received cortisone shots in each shoulder. I could not believe the improvement and pain reduction that I have experienced. Thank you Dr. Thomas and your excellent PA.
  Sep 11, 2024
I was highly impressed with Dr. Thomas the moment I met her extremely knowledgeable very kind. Got right to the point set me up with physical therapy and I just had a good feeling about that visit.
  Aug 08, 2024
Experienced, intelligent, interested, caring and kind doctor! Friendly, efficient and helpful staff
  Jul 23, 2024
Dr. Thomas is knowledgeable
  Jun 11, 2024
Everyone was fabulous
  Jun 06, 2024
Dr. Thomas was phenomenal. I felt heard and respected.
  Jun 06, 2024
I can recommend this provider, Dr Thomas, for anyone with shoulder problems. Did not opt for surgery first and had a solid plan for determining what to do and communicated that plan.
  Jun 04, 2024
So friendly, so responsive, and informative. Great care.
  May 29, 2024
excellent communication-spent time as needed- worked out a plan
  May 29, 2024
Visits were very good with staff and doctor and felt respected and well taken care of.
  May 25, 2024
Dr Thomas was FABULOUS
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