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Dr. Richard Thomas, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery
4.3 (56)
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26 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Richard Thomas, MD

Dr. Richard Thomas, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist in Tulsa, OK. They specialize in Orthopedic Spine Surgery, has 26 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER and is affiliated with Tulsa Spine and Specialty Hospital, Stillwater Medical Center, Ascension St. John Jane Phillips, Ascension St. John Medical Center, Ascension St. John Owasso and Coffeyville Regional Medical Center.

Dr. Thomas works at Tulsa Bone & Joint Associates in Tulsa, OK. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Thomas' Office Locations

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    Tulsa Bone & Joint Associates
    4802 S 109th East Ave, Tulsa, OK 74146 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (918) 392-1400
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    Spine Center of Tulsa Bone & Joint
    4812 S 109th East Ave Ste 300, Tulsa, OK 74146 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (918) 392-1400

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  • Tulsa Spine and Specialty Hospital
  • Stillwater Medical Center
  • Ascension St. John Jane Phillips
  • Ascension St. John Medical Center
  • Ascension St. John Owasso
  • Coffeyville Regional Medical Center

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    About Dr. Richard Thomas, MD

    Specialties
    • Orthopedic Spine Surgery
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    Years of Experience
    • 26 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1366410441
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Panorama Orthopaedic & Spine Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER
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    Undergraduate School
    • Oklahoma State University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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    Dr. Thomas works at Tulsa Bone & Joint Associates in Tulsa, OK. View the full address on Dr. Thomas’s profile.

    56 patients have reviewed Dr. Thomas. The overall rating for this provider is 4.3. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Thomas.

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