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Dr. Derek Thomas III, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
3.9 (9)
Map Pin Small Pittsburgh, PA
Accepting new patients
25 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Derek Thomas III, MD

Dr. Derek Thomas III, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 25 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Heritage Valley Beaver. Patients rated Dr. Thomas III an average 3.9 star rating.

Dr. Thomas III works at Practice in Pittsburgh, PA with other offices in Sewickley, PA, Brackenridge, PA and Coraopolis, PA. They frequently treat conditions like Spinal Stenosis and Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Thomas III' Office Locations

  1. 1
    Greater Pittsburgh Orthopaedic Associates Inc.
    5820 CENTRE AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (412) 661-5500
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2
    Keystone Physical Therapy
    1099 Ohio River Blvd, Sewickley, PA 15143 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (412) 262-7800
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3
    Office
    1030 Broadview Blvd, Brackenridge, PA 15014 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (724) 224-8700
  4. 4
    Office
    725 Cherrington Pkwy Ste 200, Coraopolis, PA 15108 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (412) 262-7800

Hospital Affiliations
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  • Heritage Valley Beaver

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Spinal Fusion
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spinal Fusion
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication

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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Spinal Fusion
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Back Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Spondylolisthesis
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Radiculopathy
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Herniated Disc Surgery
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Ankle Fracture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Myelopathy
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacral Fracture
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Scoliosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tarlov Cyst
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Stenosis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
TMJ
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Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Release
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Disc Replacement
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Endoscopic Spine Surgery
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Interlaminar Spacer
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spine Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Trigger Point Injection
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    3.9
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    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 25 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1285626788
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Thomas III has seen patients for Spinal Stenosis and Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Thomas III on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    9 patients have reviewed Dr. Thomas III. The overall rating for this provider is 3.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Thomas III.

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