Bruce E. Thomas
( out of 219 reviews )

Bruce E. Thomas, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Farmington Health Center

Farmington
801-213-3200

  • 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.

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    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 219 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    October 31, 2024
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Excellent knowledge and judgement.

    October 22, 2024
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Thomas demonstrates competency through his professional demeanor and the knowledge he exudes in each interaction. Dr. Thomas knows his area of specialty and masterfully uses his skills.

    October 21, 2024
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Very experienced extremely friendly has a great medial background including a Navy Seal surgeon

    October 21, 2024
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Caring, efficient, knowledgeable. I would recommend Dr. Thomas to anyone.

    October 20, 2024
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Dr Thomas is an amazing doctor. He has always provided me with excellent care.

    October 13, 2024
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    He has been very helpful to my wife, so tat is why I am willing to go to him for my surgery.

    October 06, 2024
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    He is vary caring and I would go back if I need too

    September 27, 2024
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Listened to me and how I was feeling!

    September 22, 2024
    FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

    Exceptional professional.

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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.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Orthopaedics -Adjunct

    Education history

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

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