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Dr. Thomas Mitchell, MD

Dr. Thomas Mitchell, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Mitchell, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Panama City, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Mitchell has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 1994. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (36 reviews)

Locations

Orthopedic Specialists

Orthopedic Specialists1827 Harrison Ave Unit 3 Panama City, FL 32405
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At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Mitchell specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Mitchell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mitchell

3.9

36 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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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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Rob – Sep 16, 2023
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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
Helpful
Shannon – Aug 22, 2023
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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
Helpful
Aug 10, 2023
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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
Helpful
May 16, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Apr 28, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Dissatisfied – May 04, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tina – Feb 06, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 16, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Susan in Iowa – Apr 08, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Callway, Fl – Mar 03, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Panama City, FL – Feb 23, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
M.S.S. in Panama City, FL – Aug 24, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Panama City fl – Apr 11, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

In accordance with our philosophy-- that each patient needs thoughtful, timely intervention to minimize complications, speed recovery and to return the patient to maximum functional capability--our team of providers is available for immediate evaluation...read more

biography

Dr. Thomas Mitchell Joined Southern Orthopedic Specialists, P.A. in 2000Orthopedic Sports Medicine and Joint Replacement Shoulder, Knee, Hand, Wrist, Elbow, Hip and AnklePractice is open to both adults and childrenDr. Mitchell covers sporting events as a sideline physician in Bay County.Born in Columbus, Georgia.
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Shriner's Hospital For Children Shreveport La

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Louisiana State University Medical Center Shreveport La

    Residency Hospital
  • Louisiana State University Medical Center Shreveport La

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham Heersink School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
American Board of Medical Specialties
Sports Medicine
Self designated 
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
  • Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center, Chief, Department of Surgery

  • English

  • Spanish

Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital

    449 W 23rd St
    Panama City, FL 32405
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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