Kristen Thomas, MD

Legacy Medical Group - Orthopedics
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.
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This was my pre-op visit before my surgery.
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I came to Dr. Thomas for a 2nd opinion. The open honesty in her explanations have helped me in making a decision for the next step in my health care. Since it is considered elective surgery, with pandemic, I will have to wait.
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Outstanding doctor and everyone at the office.
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Dr. Thomas and her PA Raquel are excellent providers - I am very pleased with my care for my broken shoulder & surgery after-care.
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ITS ALWAYS A GOOD VISIT WHEN I VISIT THIS OFFICE....
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Dr. Thomas and PA are awesome!
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very direct. Gave reasons for the treatment she recommended. Even though this was my first visit, she was very informed about my medical history.
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Dr. Thomas was great at explaining issues, treatments and potential outcomes.
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She was enthusiastic and confident.
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Really liked Dr. Thomas, felt confident & glad she was able to perform my surgery.
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This Dr knows her stuff.
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My health issues are complicated and chronic. The doctor worked with me asa partner in my health. Enough time was spent to review the situation, discuss options for intervention and consider risks. I appreciated the fact that she took time to discuss how I was handling my health issues and develop a follow up plan; considering the options, risks, and my tolerance of the issues at hand. I felt understood asa a person and a patient.
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She was very professional and gave good advice. Wanted to do all she could to help. I was expressed with her.
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Receptionists, x-ray tech, provider all extremely professional and personable
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I've had this shoulder issue for 8 years, but needed to find out exactly what is going on so I can make a decision of what I'm going to do. Dr. Thomas was very helpful. I'm waiting for the insurance to accept my application for a MRI.
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Friendly, respectful, knowledgeable, thorough
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This was first visit with Dr. Thomas...I was very impressed with her and delighted to have her on my medical team in every wasy.....pleasant, courteous, knowledgeable, good communicator, well spoken....not too wordy or too little words.
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Excellent care overall.
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Dr. Thomas is knowledgeable, clear in her explanations, an excellent listener, and likable.
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As far as I am concerned, Legacy has one of the best orthopedic surgeons. I was absolutely amazed about how she has been careful to start surgeries after the clear to do elective surgeries. I do believe Kristen is a valuable asset to Legacy.
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excellent communications. very encouraging
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Always a good experience at this office.
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I have had to wait for an hour (or more) past my appointment time before being seen. I understand things get busy but my time is also valuable. I don't have time to spend 2+ hours for a brief post-op check every time I come in
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You asked specifically about this provider. Howeve,r another provider from this office was able to help me within a week of the office reopening after pandemic closing. The delay was pandemic plus Dr. Thomas is busy. She is excellent. A credit to your company, that office, and the profession.
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Dr. Thomas's office is extremely professional, courteous, always my appointments are seen on time and I would highly recommend Dr. Thomas to family and friends. Dr. Thomas's office staff has always been very helpful. Raquel is extremely knowledgeable and always professional, quick to return all my phone calls and has answered my questions to my satisfaction.
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Great visit to follow up on shoulder surgery, get advice, and have questions answered.
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great doctor, the best
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Shoulder pain endured for over a year is now gone.
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Dr. Thomas and the 3 other people I saw were professional and excellent listeners and information providers. They were very patient with me and took the time to write down all the aftercare and information I would need for surgery. Additionally they were able to squeeze me into their schedule at the last minute. I left appointment very confident that I am in the right hands.
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It was a very good experiences. Dr. Thomas listens to everything I had to say about my shoulder.
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I am grateful to this office for squeezing me in for an appointment to meet with the physician's assistant even though it was during the global pandemic. I was suddenlyin a great deal of pain, and I didn't know why. My primary care doctor also didn't know why. When I came to your office, Dr. Thomas had looked at my file along with the physician's assistant, and they knew exactly what was happening, and provided appropriate treatment on that day. Thank you so much!!!
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Dr. Thomas is a great orthopedic surgeon. I have total confidence in her for taking care of my medical issues.
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consulted her about injury and felt confident to return after another issue occurred. She has assisted other members of family with great results.
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liked the doctor seems very good
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Dr. Thomas worked very hard to give me the care I needed. She LITERALLY RAN from her home to meet me at her office over lunch. I am extremely grateful.
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Dr. Thomas was great throughout my entire care plan.
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Dr Thomas was amazing,attentive and very professional as well as made me comfortable and knowledge is power and she helped to empower me with critical decisions on my complete shoulder replacement, as I will be moving forward with this surgery due to her helping me understand my arthritis.... thanks Dr Thomas
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my only comment is that my husband and I did have to wait quite a while. it was unusual for this office. Todd was great. Nicky was great. front desk amazingly kind and competent.
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I appreciated the conversation and attention from Xray tech and physician assistant as well as from Dr. Thomas
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I feel I got a bit of a "blow off" appt., I have not had this happen in the past w/Dr. Thomas. I had shoulder surgery, but hasn't healed correctly & now have neck pain. She ordered X-ray & MRI, said go to my PT for care.
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I'm always treated well by all staff at this clinic! I'm very pleased.
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Dr. Thomas is highly professional and knowledgeable. Listens to and answers all my questions. She is encouraging and provides easy to understand directions and goals for my recovery from surgery. A+
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Dr Thomas always takes time to answer any questions relating to past/present/future treatment or expectations in clear and concise language. She is also very responsive to MyChart messages.
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First visit - went well.
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so far all goodsurgery is next week
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Dr. Thomas is very nice as a person polite talking nice attitude - understanding person clear tone =
My race is Mexican... MS Thomas is a true professional. She exceeded her cause to get at root of my injury. She was also concerned with my knees and walking. Even though its not her responsibility. Great advice.. She is what health professionals should be. Thank you Dr. Thomas