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Dr. Phillip Thomas, MD

Dr. Phillip Thomas, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
(218) 206-6343

Dr. Phillip Thomas, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Duluth, MN. He is affiliated with Essentia Health St. Mary's Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (16 reviews)
(218) 206-6343
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400 E 3rd St
Duluth, MN 55805

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Locations

Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic 3rd Street (Building F)

Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic 3rd Street (Building F)400 E 3rd St Duluth, MN 55805
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Essentia Health St. Mary's Medical Center Duluth, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Good Patient Care • Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy • Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Thomas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thomas

4.9
16 ratings, 16 with a written review
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I've seen Dr. Thomas 3 times in the last 2 years for this knee. He does a good job explaining his decisions and answers your questions. This time he was a bit behind schedule, he apologized. I had no worries about the time. I did feel a little rushed. Would rather get a quality visit than an on time visit provided within reason.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 19, 2025
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Excellent surgeon and great at in depth explanations.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 07, 2025
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Dr Thomas didn't make me feel rushed
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 15, 2025
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Dr Thomas is a wonderful asset to the Clinic. He is very kind, caring and good sense of humor.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 11, 2025
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Good
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 11, 2025
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Everyone was wonderful
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 13, 2024
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Dr. Thomas is great with listening about any concerns I may have and answering my questions.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 28, 2024
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Dr Thomas was very professional and explained everything I needed to make my decision about surgery.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 29, 2024
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He was very good about informing me what the options were and what was involved with each option.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 19, 2024
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Dr. Thomas is a very caring & respectful physician. I know he did an excellent job on my hip tendon issue- will refer him to anyone else I know with this problem.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 12, 2024
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Good
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 02, 2024
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Dr.Thomas is nothing short of amazing From his bedside manners to his surgery I had a extremely complicated knee issue and he explained everything every step of the way my procedure was complex and he performed it perfectly with an amazing recovery I had an experience with a different surgeon and it was horrible I would recommend traveling 1000 miles to see him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Outstanding
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 11, 2024
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Dr. Thomas is fantastic; I appreciate that he clearly follows up on research and best practices in post op recommendations.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 07, 2024
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Dr. Thomas listened, paid attention and asked questions to try and get to the root of the problem. I was never rushed or made to feel insignificant. I felt extremely comfortable speaking with him.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 06, 2024
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Dr Thomas took the time to draw out ideas for me, look up images for me, etc.to be sure I understood what was happening with my knee.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 20, 2024
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Dr. Phillip Thomas, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Duluth, MN. He is affiliated with Essentia Health St. Mary's Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Essentia Health St. Mary's Medical Center

    407 E 3rd St
    Duluth, MN 55805
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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