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Dr. Alan Thomas, MD

Dr. Alan Thomas, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience
(253) 366-5859

Dr. Alan Thomas, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Lakewood, WA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Thomas has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 1995. He is affiliated with St. Clare Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 91 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (91 reviews)
(253) 366-5859
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7308 Bridgeport Way W Ste 201
Lakewood, WA 98499

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Proliance Puget Sound Orthopaedics7308 Bridgeport Way W Ste 201 Lakewood, WA 98499
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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise • Dr. Thomas specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy • Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Thomas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thomas

4.7
91 ratings, 66 with a written review
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he likes to talk and socially gets a five star. However, I wish he would’ve spent the same amount of chat about my condition. After over two months of wearing the splint he sent me home with, my wrist still hurts and I believe he missed diagnosed what was wrong.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jenifer Holmes – Feb 11, 2025
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Fun place, from (especially Dr.) & everyone else!
Busy place. From everything I could hear while waiting to be wheeled away, they were constantly checking on each person with a happy voice that put all at ease.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 28, 2024
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I love Dr Thomas's approach to me as a patient.
Dr Thomas tells you up front what is wrong & what we need to do. He's been my orthopedist for many year's, he's great!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Chris Dressler – Aug 23, 2024
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Greatest Orthopaedic Dr
Dr Alan Thomas has the best bed side manner. He explains everything really well so you understand what his treatment is going to be. The greatest Orthopaedic Dr in Lakewood
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 20, 2024
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Excellent compassionate staff and Dr
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 24, 2024
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Dr Thomas was very informative, easy to talk with and made me feel very comfortable.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 18, 2024
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Amazing Doctor Glad He looks out for his Patience
He's very uplifting, positive, very happy increase with his clients. He makes me feel how he cares about and he listen. To his clients and let them know all the Options we have. And let's us know what is his Opinion. Then gives us the time to make sure that what we want to to and the chances of it working out for us.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Danny – Jun 01, 2024
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Surgery
Great bedside manner and explained everything so it was easily understood.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Teresa Lyon – Jun 01, 2024
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Wonderfull staff and best Doctor I have ever had
The doctor has been more concerning and helpful than my last doctor
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Matt Hutchings – May 31, 2024
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Gun shot wound to hand
Dr. Alan treated Ms injury very well and even made sure I could always contact him. Which was good because my wound started swelling up. He immediately came up with a solution.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aaron J – May 31, 2024
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After 2 years, he remembered me.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Michelle Sarnoski – May 28, 2024
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Dr Thomas is a great surgeon. Helpful caring
Dr Thomas is a great shoulder surgeon and hands also Ive had a shoulder surgery and hand surgery from him and he is excellent top notch . After care is awsome . He is caring and listens to his patients just a great person .
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Adam Dickmeyer – May 24, 2024
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Great doctor!
Dr. Thomas took time to explain all my options so that I could make an informed decision.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 24, 2024
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Dr Thomas is Awesome!
Dr Thomas and his staff took excellent care of me. Very professional, knowledgeable and caring. I highly recommend Dr Thomas.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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L Peterson – May 24, 2024
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Dr. Thomas was awesome, his demeanor and fun attitude took all the stress out of the surgery.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 24, 2024
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Compassionate and professional to the max.
This man cares about his patients and their livelihood.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Adrian Powell – May 24, 2024
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Hands down love him!
Dr Thomas, upon walking into the room, knew EVERYTHING about my injury. His nurse Ann... so so so sweet. For the first time in 7 months, I ACTUALLY FELT LISTENED TO & RESPECTED as an injured employee. I WILL recommend him to anyone I know that needs orthopedic surgeon.He wants to fix me!Thank you Dr Thomas.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 24, 2024
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Knowledgeable & Professional
Dr. Thomas offered two options to try before opting for surgery. I appreciate his knowledge and professionalism in my case.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Becky – May 24, 2024
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Review
Super nice guy, explained everything. Very gentle and a funny
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 24, 2024
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Dr Thomas makes you feel so comfortable talking with him. He is a wonderful and caring surgeon
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sandra Larsen – Apr 30, 2024
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About Me

biography

I  enjoy the challenges of restoring people to health through my practice. The work I did in biochemistry opened up new approaches for treating complex problems and made me a more detailed clinician.        

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Washington Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001

  • Loma Linda University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • Loma Linda University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Clare Hospital

    11315 Bridgeport Way SW
    Lakewood, WA 98499
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    67%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% lower than the national average

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