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Conditions I specialize in
  • Orthopedic Surgery

Joseph D. Thomas MD

Dr. Thomas, a native of Cincinnati, graduated with honors from Elder High School and Miami University. He received his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati and completed his residency at Mount Carmel Medical Center in Columbus. As an Orthopedic Surgeon in the United States Air Force, he was awarded The Commodation and Meritorious Service Medals for distinguished service. Dr. Thomas completed the Physician Leadership Program at Xavier University and has served as the Chief of Orthopedics at Good Samaritan Hospital, as well as at Bethesda North Hospital. His faculty positions have included Assistant Professor at Wright State Medical School, Volunteer Clinical Instructor at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and Clinical Professor at Marietta College.

Dr. Thomas is certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is a Fellow of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons. Along with practicing general orthopedics, his special interests include joint replacement, arthroscopy/sports medicine, and fracture care. He has practiced locally since 1994 and joined Ohio Valley Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Inc. in 2000, which then joined TriHealth in 2012. Dr. Thomas has been recognized by his peers as one of Cincinnati Magazine's 'Top Doctors.'

Education

  • Mount Carmel Health | Residency, 1990
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  • University of Cincinnati College of Medicine | Medical School, 1985
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Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery | Other, 1993

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9 / 5 (351 ratings, 10 comments)
    Comments from patients
  • 5 / 5
    One of the best Doctors Ive ever met. Honest, sincere, and knowledgeable . Utmost in respect to the patient.
    Reviewed November 01, 2023
  • 5 / 5
    First visit. Dr.was very knowledgeable, competent and showed a great deal of compassion.
    Reviewed October 25, 2023
  • 5 / 5
    VERY CONCERNING, ALL MY QUESTIONS WERE ANSWERED AND I LEFT HAPPY!
    Reviewed October 25, 2023
  • 5 / 5
    *Dr. Thomas is kind a great listener, thorough & knowledgeable. He has been my orthopedic (& my family's for many years & I trust him.
    Reviewed October 24, 2023
  • 5 / 5
    I very much appreciated Dr Thomas's input. He had already familiarized himself with my history so addressed the issue with that in mind. Would definitely recommend him to others!
    Reviewed October 18, 2023