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Dr. Thomas Higgins, MD

Dr. Thomas Higgins, MD

Orthopedic Trauma Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Higgins, MD is an orthopedic trauma surgeon in Salt Lake City, UT and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Brown University Alpert Medical School in 1994. He is affiliated with University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 5 Star Rating (8 reviews)

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590 S Wakara Way Salt Lake City, UT 84108

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Amazing surgeon
I had a horrible fracture due to a skiing accident. Dr. Higgins was amazing and after a very complicated surgery he was able to get me back to where I was prior to the accident. Grateful to him and his staff and would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Apr 23, 2024
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Fabulous Dr. Thomas Higgins
I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Thomas Higgins! He was fabulous! I fell & broke my left hip. By ambulance I was taken to the closest Utah County hospital. The doc who operated on me put the WRONG hardware in and I couldn't even walk & was in much pain 6 weeks later when I saw Dr. Higgins for a 2nd opinion. During his operation on me he removed my defective hardware and put in the RIGHT hardware. He corrected the problems from the first doc (knock-kneed, 1 inch too short) and now I can walk without a cane and am free of pain 5 mths after that 2nd surgery. Dr. Higgins is SO skilled! He is SO compassionate! He is humble and wonderful. I highly recommend Dr. Thomas Higgins!!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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SuzanneB – Feb 23, 2023
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Dr Higgins was the University of Utah Hospital’s surgeon for my wife’s ‘hip fracture’ that occurred while skiing. In a time of shock and distress for my wife and me as we dealt with her injury, Dr Higgins’ professionalism and bedside manner were exceptional. His clear explanations and calm presentation before and after surgery set the tone for our stay. He answered our questions clearly and concisely, and showed compassion for my wife’s injury, and optimism for her recovery.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Karin – Mar 05, 2020
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Dr. Thomas Higgins is an Associate Professor with Tenure at the University of Utah, Department of Orthopaedics. His medical degree was completed at Brown University, School of Medicine. His orthopaedic training was at Yale University, and post-graduate...read more

  • Orthopedic Trauma Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Shock Trauma Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Yale New Haven Hospital

    Internship Hospital

  • Brown University Alpert Medical School

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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