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Bruce E. Thomas
( out of 219 reviews )

Bruce E. Thomas, MD

Languages spoken: English

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  • Bruce Thomas, M.D., is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, and Orthopedic Clinical Attending for the University of Utah. Dr. Thomas specializes in diagnosis and treatment of shoulder, knee and sports injuries including instability, rotator cuff tears, and knee pain.

    Dr. Thomas is a graduate of Brigham Young University and the Medical College of Georgia. He completed his internship and orthopedic training at the Naval Medical Center, San Diego where he was chief resident and was retained as teaching staff at the completion of his residency. He spent 3 years assigned to the Navy Seals and has experience and particular interest in returning patients of all athletic levels to their optimal performance. Dr. Thomas is the current North American Medical Director for the Australian Winter Olympic Institute, which utilizes Utah as a major training hub.

    Surgery is one treatment that can help patients, but not all patients need surgery, and not all patients need the same surgery. Treatment decisions should be a collaborative effort between the patient and the surgeon after a discussion of the diagnosis, options for treatment, benefits of treatment and risks of treatment alternatives.

    In his free time Dr. Thomas is a Utah out door enthusiast, skier, hiker and avid cyclist.

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 219 reviews )

    The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers.

    The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

    Patient Comments

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    Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    August 25, 2023
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Great Doctor. Very interested in the best possible outcome to get us on the field again!!

    August 23, 2023
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Was not explained the process at all. Very confusing conversation. Not sure why he rushed us through so fast. Didnt feel like I mattered. Just on an assembly line.

    August 23, 2023
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Very cool attitude listens to you, we took x-rays of my knee went over a few things he told me what he suggested. I went with it because He just has a good attitude and seems very caring when you're talking. He said if that didn't work, What we discussed we will do other stuff. Very satisfied with doctor Thomas. I would recommend him to anyone I was very happy when I left.

    August 20, 2023
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Listened, gave me great advice and gave me options. I appreciated it so much :)

    August 18, 2023
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    It felt very rushed and as if I was the inconvenience that had caused the day to go awry.

    August 17, 2023
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Thomas explained my options and listened to my needs. His explanations were clear and understandable.

    August 17, 2023
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Great care. Seems to run behind schedule often.

    August 15, 2023
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Our family would recommend Dr. Thomas to anyone!! Thank you for taking the BEST care of our daughter.

    August 06, 2023
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Caring, reliable, professional, persistent, . Im very satisfied with Dr Thomas

  • Bruce Thomas, M.D., is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, and Orthopedic Clinical Attending for the University of Utah. Dr. Thomas specializes in diagnosis and treatment of shoulder, knee and sports injuries including instability, rotator cuff tears, and knee pain.

    Dr. Thomas is a graduate of Brigham Young University and the Medical College of Georgia. He completed his internship and orthopedic training at the Naval Medical Center, San Diego where he was chief resident and was retained as teaching staff at the completion of his residency. He spent 3 years assigned to the Navy Seals and has experience and particular interest in returning patients of all athletic levels to their optimal performance. Dr. Thomas is the current North American Medical Director for the Australian Winter Olympic Institute, which utilizes Utah as a major training hub.

    Surgery is one treatment that can help patients, but not all patients need surgery, and not all patients need the same surgery. Treatment decisions should be a collaborative effort between the patient and the surgeon after a discussion of the diagnosis, options for treatment, benefits of treatment and risks of treatment alternatives.

    In his free time Dr. Thomas is a Utah out door enthusiast, skier, hiker and avid cyclist.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Orthopaedics -Adjunct

    Education history

    Residency Orthopedics - Naval Medical Center San Diego Resident
    General Surgery - Naval Medical Center San Diego Intern
    Professional Medical Medicine - Medical College of Georgia M.D.
    Zoology - Brigham Young University B.S.