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Dr. Richard Thomas, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
4.4 (57)
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27 years of experience

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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 27 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER and is affiliated with Stillwater Medical Center, Hillcrest Hospital South, Tulsa Spine and Specialty Hospital, Ascension St. John Jane Phillips and Ascension St. John Medical Center. Dr. Thomas, completed a residency at University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. Patients rated Dr. Thomas an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Thomas works at Utica Park Clinic in Tulsa, OK. They frequently treat conditions like Spondylolisthesis, Degenerative Disc Disease and Intervertebral Disc Disease along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Thomas' Office Locations

  1. 1
    Utica Park Clinic
    8803 S 101st East Ave Ste 100, Tulsa, OK 74133 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (918) 574-0220
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  2. 2
    Union Pines Surgery Center LLC
    4808 S 109TH EAST AVE, Tulsa, OK 74146 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (918) 392-1400
  3. 3
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    4812 S 109th East Ave Ste 300, Tulsa, OK 74146 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (918) 236-4580
  4. 4
    Tulsa Bone & Joint Associates PC
    4802 S 109th East Ave, Tulsa, OK 74146 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (918) 392-1400

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Stillwater Medical Center
  • Hillcrest Hospital South
  • Tulsa Spine and Specialty Hospital
  • Ascension St. John Jane Phillips
  • Ascension St. John Medical Center

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Spondylolisthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
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Spondylolisthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease

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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.
Spondylolisthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis
Herniated Disc
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Radiculopathy
Sciatica
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Myelopathy
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Scoliosis
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Deformities
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Stenosis
Upper Back Pain
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Herniated Disc Surgery
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Fusion
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Difficulty With Walking
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Joint Pain
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Cord Injury
Lupus
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Muscle Cramping
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Polyneuropathy
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sacrum Disorders
Schmorl's Nodes
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spina Bifida
Spinal Cord Injury
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Systemic Sclerosis
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracolumbar Radiculopathy
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Disc Replacement
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Facet Blocks
Joint Drainage
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulator Implantation
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Nerve Block
Spine Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Trigger Point Injection
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    4.4
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    About Dr. Richard Thomas, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 27 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
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Oklahoma State University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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    Dr. Thomas has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Thomas has seen patients for Spondylolisthesis, Degenerative Disc Disease and Intervertebral Disc Disease, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Thomas on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    57 patients have reviewed Dr. Thomas. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Thomas.

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